Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL (163 Rentals)

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$1,495
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1384 Brown St

Des PlainesIL60016

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Plaza Des Plaines
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Des Plaines

901-905 Center StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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River Pointe
2 Bedroom Apartments

River Pointe

650-675 Pearson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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550 Ida St
Studio Apartments

550 Ida St

550 Ida StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Jefferson Walk
3 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Walk

1470-1480 Jefferson StDes Plaines, IL 60016

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555 Graceland Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

555 Graceland Ave

555 Graceland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1433 Perry St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1433 Perry St

1433 Perry StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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825 Pearson St
Studio Apartments

825 Pearson St

825 Pearson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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815 Pearson St
3 Bedroom Apartments

815 Pearson St

815 Pearson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1328 Webford Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1328 Webford Ave

1328 Webford AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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550 Graceland Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

550 Graceland Ave

550 Graceland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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700 Graceland Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

700 Graceland Ave

700 Graceland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Meridian East
2 Bedroom Apartments

Meridian East

1476 Perry StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1380 Jefferson St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1380 Jefferson St

1380 Jefferson StDes Plaines, IL 60016

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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677 S River Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

677 S River Rd

677 S River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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River Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

River Court

603 S River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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835 Pearson St
Studio Apartments

835 Pearson St

835 Pearson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Perry Lane
1 Bedroom Apartments

Perry Lane

1389 Perry StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1471 Brown St
Studio Apartments

1471 Brown St

1471 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Riverwalk North
Studio Apartments

Riverwalk North

545 S River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1675 Mill St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1675 Mill St

1675 Mill StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1300 Jefferson St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1300 Jefferson St

1300 Jefferson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1633 River St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1633 River St

1633 River StDes Plaines, IL 60016

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Downtown Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Northwestern Chicago. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Des Plaines

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Des Plaines area of Des Plaines, IL?

As of today, September 04, 2026, there are currently 163 available Downtown Des Plaines apartments priced from $1,400 to $4,998, with an average monthly rent of $2,630.

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Des Plaines?

There are currently 64 Studio Apartments in Downtown Des Plaines with rent ranges from $1,754 to $3,018 with an average price of $2,259.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Des Plaines ranges from $1,400 to $3,573 with an average monthly rent of $2,432.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Des Plaines cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Des Plaines range from $1,550 to $4,210. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,880.

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