Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rivermist Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL from $400 (14 Rentals)

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829 Greenbrier
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

829 Greenbrier

829 Greenbrier RdDekalb, IL 60115
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917 Edgebrook Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

917 Edgebrook Dr

917 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Husky Ridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Husky Ridge Apartments

837 W Hillcrest DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Russell Road
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Road

822-828 Russell RdDekalb, IL 60115
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Sycamore Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Meadows

1701 Longwood DrSycamore, IL 60178
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Rivermist, Dekalb, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rivermist Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rivermist area of Dekalb, IL is a Studio unit found at The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell Road priced from $725. The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Rivermist apartments for rent in Dekalb, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell RoadRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$825
Varsity Square ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$845
Amber Manor2 Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$924
University Heights Apartments2T2BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rivermist, IL

As of October 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rivermist 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 Rivermist apartment is the 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Amber Manor starting at $1,324 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rivermist apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
Amber Manor3 Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.10
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive2BR,2BA$1.29
University Heights Apartments2T2BR,1BA$1.14
Eco Park22BR,2BA$1.46
Varsity Square ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.97

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rivermist, Dekalb, IL

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Rivermist Neighborhood in Dekalb, IL

Walk Score®

5 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rivermist Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rivermist?

The cheapest apartment in Rivermist is The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Rivermist costs $1,650.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rivermist?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Rivermist that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rivermist?

Cheap apartments in Rivermist have an average cost of $457 which is $1,193 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rivermist.

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