
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL (52 Rentals)


Ellison

The Monarch

Kingston Pointe Apartments

River 595

Welkin Apartments

Des Plaines Tower

386 Alles St

Plaza Des Plaines

1641-1653 Thacker St
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1611 Ashland Ave

778 E 5th Ct

Library Courte Condominiums

1471 W Ashland Ave

Perry Lane

The Waterford of Des Plaines

425-433 Laurel Ave

754 E 5th Ct

895-897 Graceland Ave

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1510 Willow Ave

828 Graceland Ave

394 Graceland Ave

1330 Perry St

1409-1411 Ashland Ave

175 S River Rd

550 Graceland Ave

1231 Harding Ave

796-800 Graceland Ave

1244 Brown St
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1327 Brown St

1380 Jefferson St

1515-1517 Ashland Ave

784 E 5th Ct

1283-1285 Washington St

905 Graceland Ave

1348 Brown St

398 Oak St

677 S River Rd

471-475 Laurel Ave
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1266 Washington St

The Wright Building

1376-1384 Brown St

1475 Ashland Ave

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1244 E Washington

1362 Jefferson St

455 Graceland Ave

790 Lee St
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 | $2,066 | $1,500 | $3,028 |
Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $1,500 | $3,876 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $1,650 | $6,735 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,050 | $3,446 | $6,654 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 52 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 Buckingham and is listed at 960 square feet priced from $2,240. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckingham | a3-buck | 960 Sq Ft | $2,240 |
| Ellison | B8 | 921 Sq Ft | $2,801 |
| Welkin Apartments | A8 | 872 Sq Ft | $2,630 |
| Kingston Pointe Apartments | A3 - One Bedroom One Bath | 866 Sq Ft | $2,211 |
| The Monarch | A4 | 792 Sq Ft | $2,075 |
| Des Plaines Tower | 1 Bed 1 Bath - (W/D in unit) | 664 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Des Plaines of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bed 1 Bath - (W/D in unit) Model starting from $1,850 at Des Plaines Tower. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Des Plaines is currently $2,459. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Des Plaines Tower | 1 Bed 1 Bath - (W/D in unit) | $1,850 |
| The Monarch | A4 | $2,075 |
| Kingston Pointe Apartments | A3 - One Bedroom One Bath | $2,211 |
| Buckingham | a3-buck | $2,240 |
| Welkin Apartments | A8 | $2,630 |
| Ellison | B8 | $2,801 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Des Plaines with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Des Plaines is at Des Plaines Tower listed at $1,850.
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 $2,459.
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 960 square feet unit starting from $2,240 at Buckingham.
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