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


High Meadows Apartments

University Village Apartments

University Heights Apartments

920 Greenbrier Rd

The Terraces at Dekalb

Colonial Apartments

New Suburban Apartments
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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 |
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DeKalb Studio Apartments | $794 | $569 | $1,400 |
DeKalb 1 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $550 | $1,450 |
DeKalb 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,141 | $725 | $1,900 |
DeKalb 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $930 | $1,500 |
DeKalb 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $1,040 | $2,010 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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University Heights Apartments | St | Studio,1BA | $699 |
The Terraces at Dekalb | Russell Road Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell Road | Russell Road Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
New Suburban Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive | Ridge Drive 1 Bed | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Barrington Plaza Realty | Barrington Plaza Realty.. | 5BR,2BA | $0.98 |
St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments | 2 Bedrooom TH NEW | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Amber Manor | 2 Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Anthos at DeKalb | 886 Regent Drive | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments | 1 BD | 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Lincolnshire West | 1bu | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom without dining room | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
University Heights Apartments | St | Studio ,1BA | $1.61 |
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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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