
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rivermist Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL from $400 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Rivermist area of Dekalb.


University Village Apartments

Hunter Star Properties

University Heights Apartments

New Suburban Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive
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Varsity Square Apartments

811 Greenbrier Rd

806 Greenbrier Rd

829 Greenbrier

917 Edgebrook Dr

908 Greenbrier Rd
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Parkside Drive Apartments

Russell Road

Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road

James Court Apartments

Husky Ridge Apartments

Canterbury Place
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Normal Road Apartments

814 W Hillcrest Dr

820-822 Edgebrook Dr

820 W Hillcrest Dr

826 W Hillcrest Dr

Briarwood Apartments of DeKalb
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Meadowlark Townhomes

Sycamore Meadows

175 Liberty Ln
Rivermist, Dekalb, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rivermist?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivermist Studio Apartments | $875 | $629 | $1,400 |
| Rivermist 1 Bedroom Apartments | $913 | $725 | $970 |
| Rivermist 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,135 | $900 | $1,300 |
| Rivermist 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $1,050 | $1,500 |
| Rivermist 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $1,295 | $1,775 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rivermist Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL.
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Cheapest Available Rivermist Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rivermist area of Dekalb, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive priced from $825. Varsity Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $928. Here are the most affordable Rivermist apartments for rent in Dekalb, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive | Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Anthos at DeKalb | Anthos at DeKalb | 2BR,2BA | $1,195 |
| Isaac Executive Suites | Junior One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Hunter Star Properties | Hunter Star - 8 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 8BR,2BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rivermist, IL
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rivermist area is the $1.33 price per square foot Anthos at DeKalb Model at Anthos at DeKalb in the in the Dekalb neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Rivermist apartment is the Small Corner 1 Bedroom Model at Varsity Square Apartments starting at $928 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Dekalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rivermist apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthos at DeKalb | Anthos at DeKalb | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive | Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRivermist, Dekalb, IL
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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