
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakton Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL from $1,000 (54 Rentals)
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Plaza Des Plaines

Towne Center

VNM LLC Designated Series E

1409-1411 Ashland Ave

1454 Ashland Ave

1026 S River Rd

1477 Thacker St

1641-1653 Thacker St

Pearson House
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Thacker Point Condominiums

1595 Ashland Ave

900 S Des Plaines River Rd

895-897 Graceland Ave

900 Center St

1636 Ashland Ave

Zeman Portfolio - Town and Country

1515-1517 Ashland Ave

1611 Ashland Ave

835 Pearson St
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1649 Ashland Ave

1653 Oakwood Ave

1675 Howard Ave

1725 Howard Ave

1417 Ashland Ave

905 Graceland Ave

835 Fairmont Ct

1754 E Oakton St

1465-1469 Ashland Ave

1591 Thacker St
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820 Graceland Ave

1425 Ashland Ave

1365 Ashland Ave

Sienna

1551 Ashland Ave

1405 Ashland Ave

1623-1639 Ashland Ave

1744 E Oakton St

960 S River Rd

1619 E Thacker St
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1026 S Des Plaines River Rd

Pearson Point

1525 Thacker St

1471 W Ashland Ave

Park Lane Apartments

1764 E Oakton St

933 Graceland Ave

Henrich House

1004 S River Rd

1475 Ashland Ave
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Oakton, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakton Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Oakton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $1,750 | $2,585 |
| Oakton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Oakton Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Cheapest Available Oakton Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Plaines Tower | Studio - (No W/D in Unit) | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
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Best Local Schools in Oakton, Des Plaines, IL
South Elementary School
Maine West High School
Algonquin Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakton Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakton is starting from $2,146 at Des Plaines Tower.
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