
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL (63 Rentals)


Ellison

The Monarch

Welkin Apartments

1422 Oakwood Ave

1639 Oakwood Ave

1623-1639 Ashland Ave

1255 Washington St

825 Pearson St

1287 Brown St
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550 Ida St

960 S River Rd

1525 Thacker St

835 Pearson St

1417 Ashland Ave

1649 Ashland Ave

1316 Brown St

1653 Oakwood Ave

Pearson Point

900 S Des Plaines River Rd
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429 Western Ave

463 Alles St

1595 Ashland Ave

550 Graceland Ave

1636 Ashland Ave

1551 Ashland Ave

900 Center St

386 Alles Ave

394 Alles St

1497-1509 Brown St
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400-416 Laurel Ave

1282 Washington St

1471 Brown St

Thacker Point Condominiums

1477 Thacker St

1405 Ashland Ave

Metropolitan Square Condo

The Cambria

1471 W Ashland Ave

Pearson House
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476 Alles St

The Oakwood

The Viking Apartments

1591 Thacker St

397 Alles

1288 Perry St

1465-1469 Ashland Ave

1261 Brown St

426 Alles St

1454 Ashland Ave
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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 | $2,474 | $2,056 | $3,090 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $1,400 | $4,203 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,031 | $1,750 | $5,257 |
| Downtown Des Plaines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,415 | $2,800 | $6,469 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 63 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 Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellison | S1 | 575 Sq Ft | $2,247 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Des Plaines Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Ellison | S1 | $2,247 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Des Plaines Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Des Plaines Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Des Plaines is $2,474.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Des Plaines Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Des Plaines is a 575 square feet unit starting from $2,247 at Ellison.
What is the average size for Downtown Des Plaines Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown Des Plaines is currently 570 sq ft.
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