
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downers Grove, IL from $900 (48 Rentals)
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Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments

5107 Washington St

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The Haven at Highland

The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street

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Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook*

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Surrey Place Apartments

10 S Oak - 318 W Naperville- 508 N Cass

2432 Waterbury Dr

The Villages on Maple

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Lombard - Oak B

Residences at Lakeside

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1101 Florence Ave

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Downers Grove, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downers Grove?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Downers Grove Studio Apartments | $1,770 | $1,075 | $3,454 |
Cheap Downers Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $1,195 | $6,390 |
Cheap Downers Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $1,400 | $7,783 |
Cheap Downers Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,162 | $2,029 | $7,392 |
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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 $1,330. Axis at Westmont in the Cass Lake Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,352. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Downers Grove apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes | Studio - 510 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,330 |
Axis at Westmont | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,352 |
Iron Gate Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 564 SQ FT - RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
The Haven at Highland | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Willowbrook Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
Idyllwild Apartments | Model 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Lisle Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
Hillcrest Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook* | Calais - North | Studio,1BA | $1,564 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downers Grove, IL
As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downers Grove area is the $1.70 price per square foot Berkshire Model at 2200 Grace in the in the Highland Hills neighborhood starting from $2,449. The second greatest value Downers Grove apartment is the Devin Model at Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments starting at $1,769 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Waterbury neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downers Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2200 Grace | Berkshire | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments | Devin | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
Courts of the Falling Waters | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
7461 Blackburn Ave, Unit #201 | 7461 Blackburn Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | Two Bedrooms Floor Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
ReNew Westmont | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Idyllwild Apartments | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Axis at Westmont | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
The Villages on Maple | 1 Bedroom Classic Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Best Local Schools in Downers Grove, IL
Belle Aire Elementary School
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School
Herrick Middle School
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Getting Around Downers Grove, IL
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,330.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downers Grove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downers Grove Apartment is $1,285 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 $1,525 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 Courts of the Falling Waters and starts from $2,170.
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