
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL (56 Rentals)


Ellison

The Monarch

Kingston Pointe Apartments

River 595

Welkin Apartments

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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 |
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Downtown Des Plaines Studio Apartments | $2,178 | $1,813 | $2,485 |
Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $1,400 | $2,813 |
Downtown Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,789 | $1,795 | $3,804 |
Downtown Des Plaines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,345 | $2,350 | $4,348 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Largest Available Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Des Plaines area of Chicago, IL is found at Ellison and is listed at 921 square feet priced from $2,606. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Ellison | B8 | 921 Sq Ft | $2,606 |
Kingston Pointe Apartments | A3 - One Bedroom One Bath | 866 Sq Ft | $2,180 |
Welkin Apartments | A7 | 821 Sq Ft | $2,252 |
The Monarch | A4 | 792 Sq Ft | $1,921 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Des Plaines of Chicago, IL is the A4 Model starting from $1,921 at The Monarch. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Des Plaines is currently $2,216. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Monarch | A4 | $1,921 |
Welkin Apartments | A1 | $2,115 |
Kingston Pointe Apartments | A3 - One Bedroom One Bath | $2,180 |
Ellison | B8 | $2,606 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood in Des Plaines, IL
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Des Plaines is $2,216.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Des Plaines is a 921 square feet unit starting from $2,606 at Ellison.
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