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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL from $1,000 (8 Rentals)
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Des Plaines Tower
880 Lee StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Courtyards On The Park
10020 Holly LnDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Park Ridge Commons
9030 Kennedy DrDes Plaines, IL 60016
1348 Brown 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 | $2,229 | $1,395 | $2,958 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,326 | $1,300 | $3,696 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,128 | $1,807 | $5,756 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,485 | $3,474 | $5,510 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Des Plaines Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Des Plaines area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Glen Oaks Commons priced from $1,480. Courtyards On The Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,496. Here are the most affordable Downtown Des Plaines apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Oaks Commons | English Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| Courtyards On The Park | 1x1 Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1,496 |
| Park Ridge Commons | SEVEN60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,669 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Plaines, IL
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Des Plaines area is the $3.00 price per square foot B3 Model at Welkin Apartments in the in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood starting from $3,332. The second greatest value Downtown Des Plaines apartment is the a3-buck Model at Buckingham starting at $2,140 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Des Plaines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welkin Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Buckingham | a3-buck | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 488 E 5th Ct, Unit B | 488 E 5th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Des Plaines Tower | 1 bed 1 bath (no W/D in unit) | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Ellison | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Park Ridge Commons | SEVEN60 | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Glen Oaks Commons | English Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Monarch | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.68 |
| Courtyards On The Park | 1x1 Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in Des Plaines, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet 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 Cheap Downtown Des Plaines Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment is $1,421 at Courtyards On The Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Des Plaines is starting from $1,807 at Courtyards On The Park.
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