Cheap Apartments for Rent in the DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL from $400 (24 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the DeKalb area of Dekalb.

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829 Greenbrier
Studio Apartments

829 Greenbrier

829 Greenbrier RdDekalb, IL 60115
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917 Edgebrook Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

917 Edgebrook Dr

917 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Husky Ridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Husky Ridge Apartments

837 W Hillcrest DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Russell Road
3 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Road

822-828 Russell RdDekalb, IL 60115
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James Court Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

James Court Apartments

2510 N 1st StDekalb, IL 60115
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Sycamore Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Manor

849 Dekalb AveSycamore, IL 60178
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Sycamore Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Meadows

1701 Longwood DrSycamore, IL 60178
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DeKalb, Dekalb, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available DeKalb Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the DeKalb area of Dekalb, IL is a Studio unit found at University Heights Apartments priced from $699. The Terraces at Dekalb has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable DeKalb apartments for rent in Dekalb, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio,1BA$699
The Terraces at DekalbRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell RoadRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
New Suburban ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb, IL

As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the DeKalb area is the $0.98 price per square foot Barrington Plaza Realty.. Model at Barrington Plaza Realty in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value DeKalb apartment is the 2 Bedrooom TH NEW Model at St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Reston Ponds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for DeKalb apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments2 Bedrooom TH NEW2BR,2BA$1.33
Amber Manor2 Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92
Eco Park33BR,2BA$1.28
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive2BR,2BA$1.24
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.61
Ashbury Court2B2BR,1BA$1.18
Lincolnshire West1bu1BR,1BA$1.50
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room1BR,1BA$1.69
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio ,1BA$1.61

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Dekalb, Dekalb, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap DeKalb Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in DeKalb?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in DeKalb is at University Heights Apartments listed at $699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom DeKalb Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom DeKalb Apartment is $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom DeKalb Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in DeKalb is starting from $909 at Amber Manor.

What is the most affordable DeKalb Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap DeKalb Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Terraces at Dekalb and starts from $1,025.

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