
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL (82 Rentals)


Lincolnshire West

City Hall Suites

Varsity Square Apartments

Agora Tower

New Suburban Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

Hunter Star Properties

University Village Apartments
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Amber Manor

Colonial House

Ashbury Court

The Terraces at Dekalb

University Heights Apartments

High Meadows Apartments

701 Blackstone Ct

702 Normal Rd

908 Greenbrier Rd

227 W Locust St
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Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road

Carlson Apartments

901 Regent Dr

900 Greenbrier Rd

111-117 John St

1126 Pleasant St

350 Augusta Ave

835 Kimberly Dr

833 Kimberly Dr

223 S 2nd St
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818 Greenbrier Rd

316 S 2nd St

528 College Ave

536 College Ave

532-534 College Ave

419 Garden Rd

3 Unit Income Building

631 Lucinda Ave

919 Greenbrier Rd

Greenbriar Apartments
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917 Edgebrook Dr

Parkside Drive Apartments

Ellwood View Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road

Cardinal Apartments

Ashbury East

Husky Ridge Apartments

James Court Apartments

Timbercrest Apartments

1103 Glidden Ave
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DeKalb, Dekalb, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in DeKalb?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeKalb Studio Apartments | $867 | $600 | $1,400 |
DeKalb 1 Bedroom Apartments | $985 | $700 | $1,450 |
| DeKalb 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $450 | $2,157 |
| DeKalb 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,327 | $829 | $1,648 |
| DeKalb 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $1,295 | $2,150 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 82 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL.
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Largest Available DeKalb 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the DeKalb area of Dekalb, IL is found at University Heights Apartments and is listed at 565 square feet priced from $895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights Apartments | 1B | 565 Sq Ft | $895 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Dining Room | 550 Sq Ft | $938 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 1 Bed | 500 Sq Ft | $925 |
Cheapest Available DeKalb 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit DeKalb of Dekalb, IL is the 1B Model starting from $895 at University Heights Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in DeKalb is currently $985. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| University Heights Apartments | 1B | $895 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 1 Bed | $925 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Dining Room | $938 |
| City Hall Suites | 1 BD | 1 BA | $1,400 |
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Best Local Schools in Dekalb, Dekalb, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom DeKalb Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom DeKalb Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in DeKalb is $985.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom DeKalb Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in DeKalb is a 565 square feet unit starting from $895 at University Heights Apartments.
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