
Apartments for Rent in the Lee Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL (141 Rentals)


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1385 Brown St

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931 S Cora St, Unit TWO BEDROOMS

488 E 5th Ct

931 S Cora St, Unit 2N

1411 Van Buren Ave, Unit 1

800 Graceland Ave
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1348 Brown St

1779 Rand Rd

1078 Bogart St

1538 Times Dr

650 S River Rd

647 Metropolitan Way

1748 Orchard St

1670 Mill St

748 E 5th Ct

1798 Howard Ave
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The Oakwood

1365 Ashland Ave

905 Graceland Ave

895-897 Graceland Ave

1405 Ashland Ave

1409-1411 Ashland Ave

1417 Ashland Ave

Sienna

1425 Ashland Ave
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900 Center St

The Cambria

1471 W Ashland Ave

1465-1469 Ashland Ave

828 Graceland Ave

1454 Ashland Ave

820 Graceland Ave

Pearson Point

The Waterford of Des Plaines
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Pearson House

796-800 Graceland Ave

1515-1517 Ashland Ave

1477 Thacker St

1551 Ashland Ave

1525 Thacker St

835 Pearson St

1595 Ashland Ave

1639 Oakwood Ave

1611 Ashland Ave
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Lee, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Studio Apartments | $2,273 | $2,241 | $2,306 |
| Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $1,400 | $3,343 |
| Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $1,550 | $4,262 |
| Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $2,350 | $2,350 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Lee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,641 | $1,950 | $3,100 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,175 | $2,850 | $3,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLee, Des Plaines, IL
Ranked #4
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Lee, Des Plaines, IL
Forest Elementary School
Maine West High School
Algonquin Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lee
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Lee area of Des Plaines, IL?
As of today, August 05, 2026, there are currently 141 available Lee apartments priced from $1,400 to $4,262, with an average monthly rent of $2,736.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lee Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lee ranges from $1,400 to $3,343 with an average monthly rent of $2,524.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lee cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lee range from $1,550 to $4,262. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,063.
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