1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Plaines, IL (333 Rentals)

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Plaza Des Plaines
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Plaza Des Plaines

901-905 Center StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Golf Towers
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Golf Towers

9001-9009 Golf RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1348 Brown St
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1348 Brown St

1348 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1330 Perry St
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1330 Perry St

1330 Perry StDes Plaines, IL 60016

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Perry Lane
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Perry Lane

1389 Perry StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1327 Brown St
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1327 Brown St

1327 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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9660 Golf Ter
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9660 Golf Ter

9660 Golf TerDes Plaines, IL 60016
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9260 Hamilton Ct
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9260 Hamilton Ct

9260 Hamilton CtDes Plaines, IL 60016
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754 E 5th Ct
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754 E 5th Ct

754 E 5th CtDes Plaines, IL 60016
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828 Graceland Ave
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828 Graceland Ave

828 Graceland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1244 Brown St
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1244 Brown St

1244 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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425-433 Laurel Ave
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425-433 Laurel Ave

425-433 Laurel AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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9606 Golf Ter
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9606 Golf Ter

9606 Golf TerDes Plaines, IL 60016

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9952 Holly Ln
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9952 Holly Ln

9952 Holly LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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9666 Golf Ter
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9666 Golf Ter

9666 Golf TerDes Plaines, IL 60016
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550 Graceland Ave
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550 Graceland Ave

550 Graceland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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9971 Linda Ln
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9971 Linda Ln

9971 Linda LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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9959 Linda Ln
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9959 Linda Ln

9959 Linda LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1754 E Oakton St
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1754 E Oakton St

1754 E Oakton StDes Plaines, IL 60018
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9977 Linda Ln
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9977 Linda Ln

9977 Linda LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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10051 W Linda Ln
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10051 W Linda Ln

10051 W Linda LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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9953 Linda Ln
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9953 Linda Ln

9953 Linda LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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398 Oak St
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398 Oak St

398 Oak StDes Plaines, IL 60016

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1725 Howard Ave
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1725 Howard Ave

1725 Howard AveDes Plaines, IL 60018
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10023 Linda Ln
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10023 Linda Ln

10023 Linda LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1611 Ashland Ave
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1611 Ashland Ave

1611 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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10102 Holly Ln
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10102 Holly Ln

10102 Holly LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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10019 Linda Ln
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10019 Linda Ln

10019 Linda LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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9963 Linda Ln
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9963 Linda Ln

9963 Linda LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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8701 Ballard Rd
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8701 Ballard Rd

8701 Ballard RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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8813 Dee Rd
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8813 Dee Rd

8813 Dee RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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784 E 5th Ct
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784 E 5th Ct

784 E 5th CtDes Plaines, IL 60016

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Largest Available Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Plaines, IL is found at Buckingham in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood and is 960 square feet priced from $2,230. Ellison has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 921 square feet and currently listed start at $2,761. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Des Plaines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Buckinghama3-buck960 Sq Ft$2,230
EllisonB8921 Sq Ft$2,761
Welkin ApartmentsA8872 Sq Ft$2,630
Park Ridge CommonsEIGHT70870 Sq Ft$1,499
Briarwood Terrace ApartmentsNorthpoint 1 w/ Balcony860 Sq Ft$1,475
The Element1 Bed 1 Bath Alpine Renovated850 Sq Ft$1,525
Perry Grove Apartments850 Sq Ft$1,460
20WestA6844 Sq Ft$2,361
Mount Prospect Greens1x1BR - Renovated Arlington835 Sq Ft$1,529

Cheapest Available Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 29, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Plaines, IL is the Willow Model starting from $1,351 at The Eclipse at 1450 in the Downtown Mount Prospect neighborhood. The second most affordable Des Plaines 1 Bedroom is the North Model at Centennial North starting at $1,360 in the Westgate neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Des Plaines is currently $1,943. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Des Plaines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Eclipse at 1450Willow$1,351
Centennial NorthNorth$1,360
Orion ParkViewMonroe$1,361
Briarwood Terrace ApartmentsNorthpoint 1$1,375
Orion ProspectKenwood$1,385
Park Ridge CommonsEIGHT50$1,449
The Element1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Renovated$1,495

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Des Plaines Overview

Taking its namesake from the scenic Des Plaines River that runs just east of the city center, this welcoming suburb offers close proximity to Chicago while exuding a distinct local flavor all its own. Brimming with ambiance and convenience, Des Plaines is a great place to get to know.

Why live in Des Plaines, IL?

With the big city excitement of Chicago literally on your doorstep, Des Plaines apartments for rent make a truly ideal spot to hang your hat. Flush with plenty of local historic charm, and with amenities such as shopping, eateries and public parks never far away, Des Plaines is as impressive as the mighty river it takes its name from. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Des Plaines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Des Plaines with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Des Plaines is at The Eclipse at 1450 listed at $1,351.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Des Plaines Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Des Plaines is $1,943.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Des Plaines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Plaines is a 960 square feet unit starting from $2,230 at Buckingham.

What is the average size for Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Des Plaines is currently 745 sq ft.

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