Apartments for Rent in the DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL (184 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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property at 701 Blackstone Ct

$875

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 18

701 Blackstone Ct

DekalbIL60115

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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property at 416 Red Wing Ln

$2,800

4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

416 Red Wing Ln

DekalbIL60115

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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property at 329 W Exchange St

$1,950

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$1,950
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$1,950

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 31

329 W Exchange St

SycamoreIL60178
property at 1117 S Cross St

$995 - $1,015

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1117 S Cross St

SycamoreIL60178
property at 1643 Park Ave

$1,700

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1643 Park Ave

SycamoreIL60178
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1231 W Lincoln HwyDekalb, IL 60115
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2213 Fairland Dr
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2213 Fairland Dr

2213 Fairland DrSycamore, IL 60178

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Dekalb, Illinois. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about DeKalb

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the DeKalb area of Dekalb, IL?

As of today, July 29, 2026, there are currently 184 available DeKalb apartments priced from $485 to $2,500, with an average monthly rent of $1,136.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom DeKalb Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in DeKalb ranges from $700 to $1,450 with an average monthly rent of $948.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in DeKalb cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in DeKalb range from $485 to $1,900. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,162.

How expensive are DeKalb Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 41 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in DeKalb on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,050 to $1,648 - averaging $1,287 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.