1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL (26 Rentals)

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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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223 S 2nd St
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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
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1126 Pleasant St

1126 Pleasant 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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528 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

528 College Ave

528 College AveDekalb, IL 60115
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Plaza DeKalb
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Plaza DeKalb

201-205 E Lincoln HwyDekalb, 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 Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments and is listed at 800 square feet priced from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA800 Sq Ft$1,450
Varsity Square ApartmentsLarge Corner 1 Bedroom575 Sq Ft$895
New Suburban Apartments1 Bedroom495 Sq Ft$900
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 1 Bed0 Sq Ft$825
The Terraces at DekalbRidge Drive 1 Bed0 Sq Ft$825
Agora Tower1 BD | 1 BA0 Sq Ft$1,450
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA0 Sq Ft$1,400

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 $918. 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
New Suburban Apartments1 Bedroom$900
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA$1,400
Agora Tower1 BD | 1 BA$1,450
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA$1,450

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Dekalb, Dekalb, IL

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in Dekalb, IL 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 $918.

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 800 square feet unit starting from $1,450 at Cornerstone Dekalb 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 630 sq ft.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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