2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Plaines, IL (436 Rentals)

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property at 8812 Jody Ln

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

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8812 Jody Ln, Unit 2

8812 Jody Ln
Des PlainesIL60016
property at 9822 Bianco Ter

$1,750

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$1,750

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9822 Bianco Ter, Unit A

9822 Bianco Ter
Des PlainesIL60016
property at 9717 Bianco Terrace

$1,850

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$1,850

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9717 Bianco Terrace, Unit E

9717 Bianco Terrace
Des PlainesIL60016
property at 931 S Cora St

$1,950

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$1,950

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931 S Cora St, Unit 2N

931 S Cora St
Des PlainesIL60016
property at 750 Pearson St

$2,900

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$2,900

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750 Pearson St, Unit 808

750 Pearson St
Des PlainesIL60016

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property at 615 E Golf Rd

$2,300

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615 E Golf Rd, Unit 2

615 E Golf Rd
Des PlainesIL60016
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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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The Landings
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The Landings

9355 Landings LnDes 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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1300 Jefferson St
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1300 Jefferson St

1300 Jefferson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Monteclaire
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Monteclaire

365-395 Graceland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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711 S River Rd
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711 S River Rd

711 S River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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River Pointe
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River Pointe

650-675 Pearson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1227 Brown St
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1227 Brown St

1227 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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9662 Golf Ter
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9662 Golf Ter

9662 Golf TerDes Plaines, IL 60016
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471-475 Laurel Ave
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471-475 Laurel Ave

471-475 Laurel AveDes 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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Largest Available Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Plaines, IL is found at Piper Lane in the North Northfield neighborhood and is 1,250 square feet priced from $2,000. The Dawson in the Westgate neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,217 square feet and currently listed start at $3,299. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Des Plaines:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Piper Lane2 BR/ 2 BA1,250 Sq Ft$2,000
The DawsonB1 ALT1,217 Sq Ft$3,299
The Parker2/2.0(Std)1,200 Sq Ft$3,050
EllisonB51,199 Sq Ft$3,555
10 North Main2 Bed C1,186 Sq Ft$3,130
Briarwood Terrace ApartmentsSandstone 2 SBS1,180 Sq Ft$1,900
Buckinghamb8-buck1,178 Sq Ft$2,840
Welkin ApartmentsB61,131 Sq Ft$3,329
ReNew Des Plaines North & SouthDes Plaines South - 2x21,050 Sq Ft$1,929
Mount Prospect Greens2x1.5BP - Partial Renovated Palatine1,040 Sq Ft$1,829

Cheapest Available Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 11, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Plaines, IL is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood Select Model starting from $1,570 at The Element in the Downtown Mount Prospect neighborhood. The second most affordable Des Plaines 2 Bedroom is the 2BD/1BA Model at 8614 W Berwyn Ave starting at $1,725 in the O'Hare neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Des Plaines is currently $2,182. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Des Plaines:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Element2 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood Select$1,570
8614 W Berwyn Ave2BD/1BA$1,725
The Eclipse at 1450Evergreen$1,750
Briarwood Terrace ApartmentsColonial 2$1,750
Mount Prospect Greens2x1.5BP - Partial Renovated Palatine$1,829
ReNew Des Plaines North & SouthDes Plaines North - 2x1.5$1,909

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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. 

Des Plaines, IL
Population: 58,959

Ranked #644

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Des Plaines Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Des Plaines with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Des Plaines is at The Element listed at $1,570.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Des Plaines Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Des Plaines is $2,182.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Des Plaines Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Plaines is a 1,250 square feet unit starting from $2,000 at Piper Lane.

What is the average size for Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Des Plaines is currently 1,075 sq ft.

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