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5110 Fairview
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5110 Fairview

5110 FairviewDowners Grove, IL 60515
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800 Ogden Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

800 Ogden Ave

800 Ogden AveDowners Grove, IL 60515
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Curtiss
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Curtiss

1008-1010 Curtiss StDowners Grove, IL 60515
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910 Curtiss St
1 Bedroom Apartments

910 Curtiss St

910 Curtiss StDowners Grove, IL 60515
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5125 Blodgett
1 Bedroom Apartments

5125 Blodgett

5125 Blodgett AveDowners Grove, IL 60515
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4939 Puffer Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

4939 Puffer Rd

4939 Puffer RdDowners Grove, IL 60515
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5118 Fairview
1 Bedroom Apartments

5118 Fairview

5118 S Fairview AveDowners Grove, IL 60515

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DG Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

DG Crossing

5202 Washington StDowners Grove, IL 60515
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Fairway Grove
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairway Grove

2423 Ogden AveDowners Grove, IL 60515
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Yorktown Apartments
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$1,395 - $5,427
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2233 S Highland AveLombard, IL 60148
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$1,450

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 15

2015 S Finley Rd, Unit 206

2015 S Finley Rd
LombardIL60148

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Downers Grove, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downers Grove Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Downers Grove, IL is a Studio unit found at Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes in the Waterbury neighborhood priced from $1,295. The Villages on Maple in the Green Trails neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,335. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Downers Grove apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windsor Lakes Apartment HomesStudio - 510 sqftStudio,1BA$1,295
The Villages on Maple1 Bedroom Classic Apartment1BR,1BA$1,335
The Haven at Highland ( Lombard )The RetreatStudio,1BA$1,375
Forest Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - sold out1BR,1BA$1,389
The Apartment Homes at 850 Front StreetOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395
Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove ApartmentsBrooklyn1BR,1BA$1,430
The Arbors of Glen EllynOne Bedroom Floor Plan A21BR,1BA$1,440
Iron Gate Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 564 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,440
Curtiss1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495
The Towers at Four lakesStudio/1 bathStudio,1BA$1,510

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downers Grove, IL

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downers Grove area is the $0.18 price per square foot 2429 Spring St Model at 2429 Spring St, Unit 4306 in the in the Waterbury neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Downers Grove apartment is the B2 Model at 2200 Grace starting at $2,100 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Highland Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downers Grove apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2429 Spring St, Unit 43062429 Spring St2BR,1BA$0.18
2200 GraceB22BR,2BA$1.67
Arrive Oak Brook HeightsButterfield Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.97
924 Warren Ave, Unit 1924 Warren Ave1BR,1BA$1.60
ReNew Westmont1x11BR,1BA$1.94
Idyllwild ApartmentsModel 1A1BR,1BA$1.99
Curtiss1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.87
Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove ApartmentsBrooklyn1BR,1BA$1.91
Forest Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - sold out1BR,1BA$1.85
The Apartment Homes at 850 Front StreetOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.86

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

A Local Expert's Guide to The 10 Best Chicago Neighborhoods near Major Local Employers. Find your perfect Chicago, IL apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downers Grove Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downers Grove?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downers Grove is at Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes listed at $1,290.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downers Grove Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downers Grove Apartment is $1,335 at The Villages on Maple.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downers Grove Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downers Grove is starting from $1,560 at Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Downers Grove Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downers Grove Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Natural Falls Resort Apartments and starts from $2,250.

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