1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL (30 Rentals)

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536 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

536 College Ave

536 College AveDekalb, IL 60115
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316 S 2nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

316 S 2nd St

316 S 2nd StDekalb, IL 60115
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350 Augusta Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

350 Augusta Ave

350 Augusta AveDekalb, IL 60115
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530 S 3rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

530 S 3rd St

530 S 3rd StDekalb, IL 60115

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223 S 2nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

223 S 2nd St

223 S 2nd StDekalb, IL 60115
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515 E Taylor St
1 Bedroom Apartments

515 E Taylor St

515 E Taylor StDekalb, IL 60115
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1126 Pleasant St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1126 Pleasant St

1126 Pleasant StDekalb, IL 60115
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Schultz Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Schultz Apartments

528 S 3rd StDekalb, IL 60115
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528 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

528 College Ave

528 College AveDekalb, IL 60115
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Plaza DeKalb
1 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza DeKalb

201-205 E Lincoln HwyDekalb, IL 60115

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111-117 John St
1 Bedroom Apartments

111-117 John St

111-117 John StDekalb, IL 60115

Downtown DeKalb, Dekalb, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown DeKalb 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown DeKalb area of Dekalb, IL is found at Varsity Square Apartments and is listed at 575 square feet priced from $895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Varsity Square ApartmentsLarge Corner 1 Bedroom575 Sq Ft$895
University Plaza ApartmentsA6 Floor Plan - Sold Out!520 Sq Ft$1,199
The Terraces at DekalbLincoln Hwy 1 Bed474 Sq Ft$925

Cheapest Available Downtown DeKalb 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown DeKalb of Dekalb, IL is the Ridge Drive 1 Bed Model starting from $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown DeKalb is currently $1,022. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 1 Bed$825
The Terraces at DekalbRidge Drive 1 Bed$825
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room$845
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA$1,400

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Dekalb, Dekalb, IL

Ranked #1

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown DeKalb Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown DeKalb with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown DeKalb is at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive listed at $825.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown DeKalb Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown DeKalb is $1,022.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown DeKalb Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown DeKalb is a 575 square feet unit starting from $895 at Varsity Square Apartments.

What is the average size for Downtown DeKalb 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown DeKalb is currently 539 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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