
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL (73 Rentals)


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River 595

Ellison

1385 Brown St

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1396 Brown St, Unit 2

488 E 5th Ct

965 S Cora St

1779 Rand Rd
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770 Pearson St

1670 Mill St

750 Pearson St

1260 Evergreen Ave

828 Center St

Plaza Des Plaines

1380 Jefferson St

1515-1517 Ashland Ave

1619 E Thacker St

784 E 5th Ct
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1326 Brown St

1283-1285 Washington St

555 Graceland Ave

1611 Ashland Ave

778 E 5th Ct

398 Oak St

659 South River Road

1378 Perry St

Meridian East

677 S River Rd
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471-475 Laurel Ave

1325 Perry St

Park Laurel

1227 Brown St

1328 Webford Ave

450 S Western Ave

River Pointe

1433 Perry St

1641-1653 Thacker St

1211 Brown St
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Sienna

1702 Mill St

1633 River St

1026 S River Rd

754 E 5th Ct

Library Courte Condominiums

1675 Mill St

895-897 Graceland Ave

459-465 Oak St

1685 Mill St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Des Plaines Studio Apartments | $2,292 | $1,754 | $3,101 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $1,400 | $3,475 |
Downtown Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $1,550 | $4,265 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,262 | $3,400 | $5,130 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 73 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 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Des Plaines area of Chicago, IL is found at River 595 and is listed at 1,390 square feet priced from $2,583. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River 595 | Schindler w/ Den | 1,390 Sq Ft | $2,583 |
| Ellison | B6D | 1,262 Sq Ft | $3,511 |
| The Monarch | B4 | 1,259 Sq Ft | $2,825 |
| Buckingham | b8-buck | 1,178 Sq Ft | $2,565 |
| Welkin Apartments | B7 | 1,139 Sq Ft | $2,836 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Des Plaines of Chicago, IL is the b8-buck Model starting from $2,565 at Buckingham. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Des Plaines is currently $2,850. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Buckingham | b8-buck | $2,565 |
| River 595 | Schindler w/ Den | $2,583 |
| The Monarch | B3 | $2,664 |
| Welkin Apartments | B1 | $2,722 |
| Ellison | B5 | $3,441 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Des Plaines is $2,850.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Des Plaines is a 1,390 square feet unit starting from $2,583 at River 595.
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