Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Plaines, IL from $1,180 (75 Rentals)

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property at 9035 Delphia Ave
$400 - $700

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Base Rent$400 - $700

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9035 Delphia Ave

Des PlainesIL60016
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property at 1384 Brown St
$1,450
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1384 Brown St

Des PlainesIL60016

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Park Colony Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Colony Apartments

9350 Congress RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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The Wright Building
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Wright Building

712-716 Lee StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Park Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

2051 Ash StDes Plaines, IL 60018
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1376-1384 Brown St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1376-1384 Brown St

1376-1384 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Des Plaines Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Des Plaines Apartments

510-570 E Seegers RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1475 Ashland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1475 Ashland Ave

1475 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Rosemont - 9451
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rosemont - 9451

9451 Maple DrDes Plaines, IL 60018
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Orion Prospect
$1,314 - $3,185

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Orion Prospect

475 W Enterprise DrMount Prospect, IL 60056
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property at 5101 N East River Rd
$1,380

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Base Rent$1,380

Total Monthly Price$1,380
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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5101 N East River Rd, Unit 1J

5101 N East River Rd
ChicagoIL60656
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property at 870 E Old Willow Rd
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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870 E Old Willow Rd, Unit 249

870 E Old Willow Rd
Prospect HeightsIL60070
property at 601 W Huntington Commons Rd
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
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601 W Huntington Commons Rd, Unit 302

601 W Huntington Commons Rd
Mount ProspectIL60056
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property at 5117 N East River Rd
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
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5117 N East River Rd, Unit 3H

5117 N East River Rd
ChicagoIL60656
property at 18 E Old Willow Rd
$1,650

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Base Rent$1,650

Total Monthly Price$1,650
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18 E Old Willow Rd, Unit 504

18 E Old Willow Rd
Prospect HeightsIL60070
property at 940 E Old Willow Rd
$1,695

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Base Rent$1,695

Total Monthly Price$1,695
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940 E Old Willow Rd, Unit 211

940 E Old Willow Rd
Prospect HeightsIL60070
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Victoria Hills
1 Bedroom Apartments

Victoria Hills

1854 S Phillip DrMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Catherine Courts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Catherine Courts

8503 W Catherine AveChicago, IL 60656
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Mansard Lane Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mansard Lane Apartments

1713-1725 W Mansard LnMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Shady Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shady Way

920 E Shady WayArlington Heights, IL 60005
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16 W Busse Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

16 W Busse Ave

16 W Busse AveMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Des Plaines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Des Plaines, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Orion Prospect in the Bristol Park neighborhood priced from $1,314. The Element in the Downtown Mount Prospect neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Des Plaines apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Orion ProspectKenwood1BR, 1BA$1,314
The Element1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Select LTD1BR, 1BA$1,395
The Eclipse at 1450Willow1BR, 1BA$1,400
The Pavilion Apartments1H1BR, 1BA$1,436
Briarwood Terrace ApartmentsColonial 11BR, 1BA$1,449
Orion ParkViewMonroe1BR, 1BA$1,517
ReNew Des Plaines North & SouthDes Plaines South - StudioStudio, 1BA$1,519
Glen Oaks CommonsEnglish Oak1BR, 1BA$1,570

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Plaines, IL

As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Des Plaines area is the $1.67 price per square foot 1202 E Ardyce Ln Model at 1202 E Ardyce Ln, Unit APT 1 in the Westgate neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Des Plaines apartment is the Schindler w/ Den Model at River 595 in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood starting at $2,583 with a $1.86 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Des Plaines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1202 E Ardyce Ln, Unit APT 11202 E Ardyce Ln3BR, 2BA$1.67
River 595Schindler w/ Den2BR, 2BA$1.86
Piper Lane2 BR/ 2 BA2BR, 2BA$1.60
Briarwood Terrace ApartmentsSandstone 2 Split2BR, 2BA$1.81
10380 Michael Todd Terrace10380 Michael Todd Terrace2BR, 1BA$1.45
Oak Trails Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR, 2BA$1.45
8614 W Berwyn Ave2BD/1BA2BR, 1BA$1.60
1306 Carol St, Unit TWO BEDROOMS1306 Carol St2BR, 1BA$1.95
9642 River St, Unit 1St floor9642 River St3BR, 1.5BA$1.88
488 E 5th Ct488 E 5th Ct1BR, 1BA$1.75

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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 Cheap Des Plaines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Des Plaines?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Des Plaines is at The Pavilion Apartments listed at $1,437.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Des Plaines Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Des Plaines Apartment is $1,314 at Orion Prospect.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Des Plaines Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Des Plaines is starting from $1,570 at The Element.

What is the most affordable Des Plaines Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Des Plaines Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 8524-8532 W Gregory St and starts from $2,525.

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