
Apartments for Rent in Des Plaines, IL Under $1,500 (43 Rentals)


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8812 Briar Ct

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1266 Washington Dr

1475 Ashland Ave

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920 E Shady Way, Unit 6, Unit 6

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923 Jonathon Ct, Unit 304, Unit 304

5102 N Leonard Dr

10201 Dearlove Rd

8524-8532 W Gregory St

10450 Ann Ct

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637 W Pickwick Ct
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1710-1716 W Touhy Ave

Glenview West

Windsor Courts

7195 Barry St

1709 W Victoria Dr

16 W Busse Ave

Shady Way
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Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Plaines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Plaines Studio Apartments Under $1500 | $1,773 | $1,180 | $3,455 |
| Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,910 | $1,350 | $4,274 |
| Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $2,392 | $1,485 | $6,756 |
| Des Plaines 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $3,765 | $2,110 | $10,000+ |
| Des Plaines 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $13,785 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Des Plaines, ILPopulation: 58,959
Ranked #644
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Des Plaines, IL
Forest Elementary School
Chippewa Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Des Plaines
How much are Studio apartments in Des Plaines?
There are currently 388 Studio Apartments in Des Plaines with rent ranges from $1,180 to $3,455 with an average price of $1,773.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Des Plaines Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Des Plaines ranges from $1,350 to $4,274 with an average monthly rent of $1,910.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Des Plaines cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Des Plaines range from $1,485 to $6,756. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,392.
How expensive are Des Plaines Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 69 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Des Plaines on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,110 to $13,795 - averaging $3,765 for the location.
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