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488 E 5th Ct
488 E 5th CtDes Plaines, IL 60016
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Norma Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL from $995 (36 Rentals)
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1384 Brown St
Des PlainesIL60016
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$1,489 - $2,649Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
ReNew Des Plaines North & South
730 W Algonquin RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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$1,5851 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 5
1469 Ashland Ave, Unit S
1469 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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$1,6251 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1
1327 E Prairie Ave, Unit NA
1327 E Prairie AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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$1,829Studio Apartments Available Now
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1201 E Touhy AveDes Plaines, IL 60018
920 Beau Dr
Des PlainesIL60016
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$2,152 - $3,6511 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Kingston Pointe Apartments
1646 River StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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$2,179 - $4,057Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Welkin Apartments
1425 Ellinwood AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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$2,241 - $4,204Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ellison
1555 Ellinwood AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1 Bedroom Apartments
The Wright Building
712-716 Lee StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Park Lane Apartments
2051 Ash StDes Plaines, IL 60018
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
ReNew Des Plaines North
270-290 S Beau DrDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1 Bedroom Apartments
1376-1384 Brown St
1376-1384 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
772 E 5th Ct
Des PlainesIL60016
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Des Plaines Apartments
510-570 E Seegers RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Greenfield Square Apartments
640-650 W Algonquin RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1475 Ashland Ave
1475 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Buckingham
750 E Northwest HwyDes Plaines, IL 60016
1779 Rand Rd
Des PlainesIL60016
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$1,379 - $3,082
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Orion Prospect
475 W Enterprise DrMount Prospect, IL 60056
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$1,600 - $2,2001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Huntington Square
1300 S Elmhurst RdMount Prospect, IL 60056
601 W Huntington Commons Rd, Unit 302
601 W Huntington Commons Rd
Mount ProspectIL60056
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$2,048 - $4,718Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Top of The Mount Apartments
207 S Maple StMount Prospect, IL 60056
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$2,168 - $3,620
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Base Rent$2,168 - $3,620
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The Dawson
235 E Prospect AveMount Prospect, IL 60056
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$2,199Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 6
HQ Residences Apartments
122 E Northwest HwyMount Prospect, IL 60056
531 E Lincoln St
Mount ProspectIL60056
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16 W Busse Ave
16 W Busse AveMount Prospect, IL 60056
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7195 Barry St
7195 Barry StRosemont, IL 60018
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Windsor Courts
519 Dempster StMount Prospect, IL 60056
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637 W Pickwick Ct
637 W Pickwick CtMount Prospect, IL 60056
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10450 Ann Ct
10450 Ann CtRosemont, IL 60018
601 W Huntington Commons Rd
Mount ProspectIL60056
725 W Huntington Commons Rd
Mount ProspectIL60056
2424 E Oakton St
Arlington HeightsIL60005
516 Ida Ct
Mount ProspectIL60056
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Norma, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Norma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norma Studio Apartments | $2,025 | $1,489 | $2,616 |
| Norma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $1,393 | $3,023 |
| Norma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $1,550 | $4,204 |
| Norma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,283 | $2,165 | $4,695 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Norma Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Cheapest Available Norma Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Norma area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Orion Prospect priced from $1,398. ReNew Des Plaines North & South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,569. Here are the most affordable Norma apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orion Prospect | Edison | 1BR, 1BA | $1,398 |
| ReNew Des Plaines North & South | Des Plaines South - Efficiency 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,569 |
| Huntington Square | 1A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,600 |
| Buckingham | a1a-buck | 1BR, 1BA | $1,786 |
| Kingston Pointe Apartments | A1 - One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2,152 |
| The Dawson | J1 ALT | Studio, 1BA | $2,168 |
| Welkin Apartments | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,179 |
| Top of The Mount Apartments | S5 - Jr One Bedroom | Studio, 1BA | $2,188 |
| Ellison | A6 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,521 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norma, IL
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Norma area is the $2.56 price per square foot 318 Model at Lions Park Row in the Westgate neighborhood starting from $4,695. The second greatest value Norma apartment is the Schindler w/ Den Model at River 595 in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood starting at $2,583 with a $1.86 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Lions Park Row | 318 | 3BR, 2.5BA | $2.56 |
| River 595 | Schindler w/ Den | 2BR, 2BA | $1.86 |
| Welkin Apartments | A7 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.92 |
| Kingston Pointe Apartments | A1 - One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.62 |
| 488 E 5th Ct | 488 E 5th Ct | 1BR, 1BA | $1.75 |
| Ellison | A5 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.38 |
| Buckingham | a1a-buck | 1BR, 1BA | $2.40 |
| Huntington Square | 1A | 1BR, 1BA | $2.54 |
| Orion Prospect | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.50 |
| ReNew Des Plaines North & South | Des Plaines South - Efficiency 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $3.45 |
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Best Local Schools in Norma, Des Plaines, IL
Terrace Elementary School
Community Consolidated School District 62
Public School - Grades K-5 (224)
7 out of 10
Maine West High School
Maine Township Hsd 207 School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1800)
9 out of 10
Algonquin Middle School
Community Consolidated School District 62
Public School - Grades 6-8 (600)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Norma Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Norma?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Norma is at The Dawson listed at $2,168.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Norma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Norma Apartment is $1,398 at Orion Prospect.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Norma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Norma is starting from $2,049 at ReNew Des Plaines North & South.
What is the most affordable Norma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Norma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lions Park Row and starts from $4,095.
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