
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Lee Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL (45 Rentals)


Kingston Pointe Apartments

River 595

Welkin Apartments

488 E 5th Ct, Unit B

Plaza Des Plaines

1348 Brown St

1330 Perry St

550 Graceland Ave

1327 Brown St
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754 E 5th Ct

1725 Howard Ave

796-800 Graceland Ave

1409-1411 Ashland Ave

835 Fairmont Ct

828 Graceland Ave

Perry Lane

471-475 Laurel Ave

1515-1517 Ashland Ave

784 E 5th Ct
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The Viking Apartments

The Waterford of Des Plaines

1328 Webford Ave

1611 Ashland Ave

1380 Jefferson St

1641-1653 Thacker St

Library Courte Condominiums

895-897 Graceland Ave

778 E 5th Ct

677 S River Rd
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905 Graceland Ave

1471 W Ashland Ave

425-433 Laurel Ave

1754 E Oakton St

1244 Brown St

The Wright Building

1376-1384 Brown St

1475 Ashland Ave

790 Lee St

Henrich House
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1362 Jefferson St

455 Graceland Ave

1774 E Oakton St
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 | $2,010 | $1,500 | $2,296 |
Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,379 | $2,115 | $2,761 |
| Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,654 | $1,650 | $3,393 |
| Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,570 | $7,570 | $7,570 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lee Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Largest Available Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellison | B8 | 921 Sq Ft | $2,761 |
| Welkin Apartments | A8 | 872 Sq Ft | $2,630 |
Cheapest Available Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Welkin Apartments | A8 | $2,630 |
| Ellison | B7 | $2,729 |
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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
2.5Pet 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 1 Bedroom Lee Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lee Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lee is $2,379.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lee Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lee is a 921 square feet unit starting from $2,761 at Ellison.
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