
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL from $2,000 (3 Rentals)
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Downtown Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Des Plaines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,462 | $2,100 | $3,000 |
Downtown Des Plaines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,275 | $3,200 | $3,350 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Plaines, IL
As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Des Plaines area is the $1.83 price per square foot B9 - Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Kingston Pointe Apartments in the in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood starting from $3,234. The second greatest value Downtown Des Plaines apartment is the a3-buck Model at Buckingham starting at $2,190 with a $2.28 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. |
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Kingston Pointe Apartments | B9 - Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
Buckingham | a3-buck | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
Welkin Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
Ellison | B5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Des Plaines Tower | 1 Bed 1 Bath - (W/D in unit) | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
The Monarch | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Des Plaines
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Des Plaines?
There are currently 149 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Plaines, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,495 to $5,406. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Des Plaines ranging from $2,000 to $3,350.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Des Plaines?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Des Plaines ranges from $2,000 to $3,350 with an average monthly rent of $2,579.
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