
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL (148 Rentals)


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354 Alles St, Unit 2

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437 Graceland Ave, Unit 2N

488 E 5th Ct, Unit B
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River Pointe

Jefferson Walk West

550 Ida St

1433 Perry St

555 Graceland Ave

700 Graceland Ave
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1328 Webford Ave

815 Pearson St

825 Pearson St

550 Graceland Ave

659 South River Road

Meridian East

1380 Jefferson St

677 S River Rd

River Court

835 Pearson St
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Perry Lane

1497-1509 Brown St

1471 Brown St

1675 Mill St

Riverwalk North

1300 Jefferson St

Multi-Family Bldg

1633 River St

711 S River Rd

1670 Mill St
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463 Alles St

Pearson House

476 Alles St

1378 Perry St

1325 Perry St

1685 Mill St

1477 Thacker St

1330 Perry St

1525 Thacker St

Pearson Point
Downtown Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Des Plaines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Des Plaines Studio Apartments | $1,919 | $1,500 | $2,331 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,452 | $1,400 | $4,361 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,971 | $1,750 | $5,437 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,808 | $3,161 | $7,252 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Des Plaines
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Des Plaines?
There are currently 63 Studio Apartments in Downtown Des Plaines with rent ranges from $1,500 to $2,331 with an average price of $1,919.
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 $4,361 with an average monthly rent of $2,452.
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 $1,750 to $5,437. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,971.
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