
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Downers Grove, IL (209 Rentals)


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Burlington Station

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Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments

DG Crossing

Courts of the Falling Waters

2205 Arbor Cir, Unit 8

5202 Washington St, Unit 208

5125 Blodgett, Unit 215
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435 Burlington Ave

4958 Main St

5125 Blodgett

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Cameo West Condominiums

4923 Belmont Rd

405 Austin Apartments

4340 Wilson Ave

Tillman Wright REI

4225 Forest Ave
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425 Rogers St

5009-5013 Florence Ave

4835 Belmont Rd

16 2nd St

Acadia on the Green

4312 Douglas Rd

5100 Grand Ave

1608 Ogden Ave

5152 Fairview Ave

316 Burlington Ave
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5225-5231 Main St

4929 Forest Ave

4831 Belmont Rd

8 2nd St

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Immanuel Residences

4900-4906 Fairview Ave

5110 Fairview

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800 Ogden Ave
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4939 Puffer Rd

5118 Fairview

910 Curtiss St

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HIGHPOINT Downers Grove on Rogers

Maple and Main

Burlington Place Apartments

835-839 Curtiss St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downers Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downers Grove Studio Apartments | $1,598 | $1,125 | $4,544 |
Downers Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $1,245 | $10,000+ |
| Downers Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,559 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Downers Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,745 | $2,029 | $10,000+ |
| Downers Grove 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,254 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Downers Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Downers Grove, IL is found at Overture Yorktown 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes in the Highland Hills neighborhood and is 1,112 square feet priced from $3,331. Yorktown Reserve has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,074 square feet and currently listed start at $3,165. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Downers Grove:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overture Yorktown 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B8 | 1,112 Sq Ft | $3,331 |
| Yorktown Reserve | Lily | 1,074 Sq Ft | $3,165 |
| Arden of Oak Brook | 1BD1BA- Den | 1,040 Sq Ft | $2,675 |
| The Retreat at Seven Bridges | Current | 950 Sq Ft | $2,275 |
| Avant at the Arboretum | Rembrandt | 900 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| ReNew Westmont | 1x1 | 872 Sq Ft | $1,689 |
| Axis at Westmont | A2 | 850 Sq Ft | $1,547 |
| The Towers at Four lakes | 1 Bed/1 bath | 838 Sq Ft | $1,770 |
| DG Crossing | 1BR/1.0BA | 836 Sq Ft | $1,811 |
| Apex 41 | A16 | 823 Sq Ft | $2,251 |
Cheapest Available Downers Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Downers Grove, IL is the Brooklyn Model starting from $1,321 at Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments in the Waterbury neighborhood. The second most affordable Downers Grove 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom - 690 sqft Model at Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes starting at $1,370 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downers Grove is currently $2,204. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Downers Grove:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments | Brooklyn | $1,321 |
| Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 690 sqft | $1,370 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - sold out | $1,389 |
| The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | $1,395 |
| Iron Gate Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 564 SQ FT - RENOVATED | $1,440 |
| Eagle Creek Apartments | The Sycamore-Brookside | $1,460 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | $1,492 |
| Lisle Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,495 |
| Residences at Lakeside | Finley - Premium Plus | $1,509 |
| Axis at Westmont | A2 | $1,547 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downers Grove Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downers Grove with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downers Grove is at Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments listed at $1,321.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downers Grove Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downers Grove is $2,204.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downers Grove Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downers Grove is a 1,112 square feet unit starting from $3,331 at Overture Yorktown 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Downers Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downers Grove is currently 758 sq ft.
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