
Cheap Homes for Rent in Metropolitan Square Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL from $1,400 (3 Rentals)
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Metropolitan Square, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Metropolitan Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Metropolitan Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,650 | $1,850 | $3,150 |
Metropolitan Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,649 | $3,499 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Metropolitan Square Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metropolitan Square, IL
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Metropolitan Square area is the $2.65 price per square foot B7 Model at Welkin Apartments in the in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood starting from $3,024. The second greatest value Metropolitan Square apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath - (No W/D in unit) Model at Des Plaines Tower starting at $1,695 with a $2.21 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. |
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Welkin Apartments | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
Des Plaines Tower | 1 Bed 1 Bath - (No W/D in unit) | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Ellison | B4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Buckingham | a1b-buck | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
The Monarch | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Metropolitan Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Metropolitan Square?
There are currently 145 Apartments for Rent in Metropolitan Square, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $5,803. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Metropolitan Square ranging from $1,450 to $3,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Metropolitan Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Metropolitan Square ranges from $1,450 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,408.
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