
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL (55 Rentals)


Lincolnshire West

Varsity Square Apartments

Prairie Creek Townhomes

University Plaza Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive
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The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

Lucinda Oaks Apartments

Barrington Plaza Realty

University Village Apartments

Hunter Star Properties

Old Orchard Apartments

Colonial House
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New Suburban Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb

University Heights Apartments

Ashbury Court

Colonial Apartments

High Meadows Apartments

624 S 1st St, Unit Main level

130 E Lincoln Hwy, Unit Dekalb Studio

405 S 7th St
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Downtown DeKalb, Dekalb, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown DeKalb?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown DeKalb Studio Apartments | $765 | $575 | $1,400 |
Downtown DeKalb 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,013 | $635 | $1,629 |
Downtown DeKalb 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,020 | $439 | $1,900 |
Downtown DeKalb 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,202 | $779 | $1,650 |
Downtown DeKalb 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $1,040 | $2,030 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Dekalb, Dekalb, IL
Ranked #2
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown DeKalb Neighborhood in Dekalb, IL
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown DeKalb
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown DeKalb?
There are currently 14 Studio Apartments in Downtown DeKalb with rent ranges from $575 to $1,400 with an average price of $765.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown DeKalb Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown DeKalb ranges from $635 to $1,629 with an average monthly rent of $1,013.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown DeKalb cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown DeKalb range from $439 to $1,900. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,020.
How expensive are Downtown DeKalb Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 14 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown DeKalb on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $779 to $1,650 - averaging $1,202 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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