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Buckingham
750 E Northwest HwyDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Ellison
1555 Ellinwood AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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The Monarch
150 N East River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1646 River StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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River 595
595 S Des Plaines River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Des Plaines Tower
880 Lee StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Welkin Apartments
1425 Ellinwood AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Plaza Des Plaines
901-905 Center StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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677 S River Rd
677 S River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Metropolitan Square Condo
656 Pearson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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397 Alles
397 AllesDes Plaines, IL 60016
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VNM LLC Designated Series E
1433 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Towne Center
1600 Thacker StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Jefferson Walk West
1470-1480 Jefferson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Library Courte Condominiums
750-770 Pearson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1595 Ashland Ave
1595 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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895-897 Graceland Ave
895-897 Graceland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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900 S Des Plaines River Rd
900 S Des Plaines River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1328 Webford Ave
1328 Webford AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Pearson House
1436 Thacker StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Meridian East
1476 Perry StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Thacker Point Condominiums
1660 Thacker StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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476 Alles St
476 Alles StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1641-1653 Thacker St
1641-1653 Thacker StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1454 Ashland Ave
1454 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1409-1411 Ashland Ave
1409-1411 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1026 S River Rd
1026 S River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1477 Thacker St
1477 Thacker StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Riverwalk North
545 S River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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900 Center St
900 Center StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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435 Alles St
435 Alles StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1348 Brown St
1348 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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425-433 Laurel Ave
425-433 Laurel AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1636 Ashland Ave
1636 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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463 Alles St
463 Alles StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1611 Ashland Ave
1611 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1639 Oakwood Ave
1639 Oakwood AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1653 Oakwood Ave
1653 Oakwood AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1649 Ashland Ave
1649 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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415-419 Alles St
415-419 Alles StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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835 Pearson St
835 Pearson StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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426 Alles St
426 Alles StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1515-1517 Ashland Ave
1515-1517 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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The Wright Building
712-716 Lee StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1376-1384 Brown St
1376-1384 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1385 Brown St
1385 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1244 E Washington
1244 E Washington StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1210 E Washington St
1210 E Washington StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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933 Graceland Ave
933 Graceland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Henrich House
1301 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Metropolitan Square, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Metropolitan Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Square Studio Apartments | $2,196 | $1,635 | $3,555 |
| Metropolitan Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,486 | $1,545 | $4,183 |
| Metropolitan Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,103 | $2,146 | $6,789 |
| Metropolitan Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,091 | $2,800 | $6,072 |
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Cheapest Available Metropolitan Square Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Metropolitan Square area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Buckingham priced from $1,635. Welkin Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,022. Here are the most affordable Metropolitan Square apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckingham | a0-buck | Studio,1BA | $1,635 |
| Welkin Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,022 |
| Des Plaines Tower | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - (No W/D In Unit) | 2BR,1BA | $2,146 |
| Kingston Pointe Apartments | A6 - One Bedroom with Den One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,230 |
| Ellison | A2 | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| River 595 | Schindler w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $2,806 |
| The Monarch | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $3,071 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metropolitan Square, IL
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metropolitan Square area is the $2.02 price per square foot C1 Model at The Monarch in the in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood starting from $3,071. The second greatest value Metropolitan Square apartment is the Schindler w/ Den Model at River 595 starting at $2,806 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metropolitan Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Monarch | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| River 595 | Schindler w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Kingston Pointe Apartments | A6 - One Bedroom with Den One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Des Plaines Tower | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - (No W/D In Unit) | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
| Ellison | A2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.64 |
| Welkin Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.35 |
| Buckingham | a0-buck | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metropolitan Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Metropolitan Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Metropolitan Square is at Buckingham listed at $1,635.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Metropolitan Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Metropolitan Square Apartment is $1,871 at Buckingham.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Metropolitan Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Metropolitan Square is starting from $2,146 at Des Plaines Tower.
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