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ReNew Des Plaines North & South
730 W Algonquin RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Norma Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL from $900 (33 Rentals)
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$1,4001 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
488 E 5th Ct, Unit B, Unit B
488 E 5th CtDes Plaines, IL 60016
1101 Holiday Ln, Unit 18, Unit 18
1101 Holiday Ln
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1384 Brown St
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1285 Washington St, Unit #8, Unit #8
1285 Washington St
Des PlainesIL60016
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$1,635 - $5,418Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Buckingham
750 E Northwest HwyDes Plaines, IL 60016
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780 Waikiki Dr, Unit 3
780 Waikiki DrDes Plaines, IL 60016
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398 N 3rd Ave, Unit 4
398 N 3rd AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
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$1,7751 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15
1425 Ashland Ave, Unit na
1425 Ashland AveDes Plaines, IL 60016
1004 S River Rd, Unit 301
1004 S River Rd
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1004 S River Rd, Unit 203
1004 S River Rd
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1004 S River Rd, Unit 103
1004 S River Rd
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1026 S River Rd, Unit C4
1026 S River Rd
Des PlainesIL60016
1639 Oakwood Ave, Unit 403
1639 Oakwood Ave
Des PlainesIL60016
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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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ReNew Des Plaines North
270-290 S Beau DrDes Plaines, IL 60016
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1376-1384 Brown St
1376-1384 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Des Plaines Apartments
510-570 E Seegers RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
1014 E Prairie Ave
Des PlainesIL60016
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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
755 Dulles Rd
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800 Graceland Ave
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Orion Prospect
475 W Enterprise DrMount Prospect, IL 60056
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10451 Carol Ct, Unit 2E, Unit 2E
10451 Carol CtRosemont, IL 60018
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$1,600 - $2,2001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Huntington Square
1300 S Elmhurst RdMount Prospect, IL 60056
1355 W Touhy Ave
ChicagoIL60626
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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
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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 | $1,947 | $1,245 | $2,489 |
| Norma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,041 | $1,310 | $2,859 |
| Norma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,569 | $1,675 | $3,820 |
| Norma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,078 | $2,165 | $9,536 |
| Norma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,708 | $7,708 | $7,708 |
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There are currently 33 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 $1,389. Huntington Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Norma apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orion Prospect | Edgebrook | 1BR,1BA | $1,389 |
| Huntington Square | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Buckingham | a0-buck | Studio,1BA | $1,635 |
| ReNew Des Plaines North & South | Des Plaines North - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| 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 |
| HQ Residences | HQ-1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,249 |
| Ellison | A2 | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norma, IL
As of April 13, 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 in the Westgate neighborhood starting from $4,695. The second greatest value Norma 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 Norma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lions Park Row | 318 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.56 |
| River 595 | Schindler w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| 726 Dempster St, Unit 5 | 726 Dempster St | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 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 |
| 488 E 5th Ct, Unit B | 488 E 5th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| ReNew Des Plaines North & South | Des Plaines North - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Huntington Square | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Orion Prospect | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Buckingham | a0-buck | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
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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 (235)
7 out of 10
Maine West High School
Maine Township Hsd 207 School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1880)
7 out of 10
Algonquin Middle School
Community Consolidated School District 62
Public School - Grades 6-8 (580)
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 Buckingham listed at $1,635.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Norma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Norma Apartment is $1,389 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 $1,766 at Orion Prospect.
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 $4,295.
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