Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downers Grove, IL from $900 (49 Rentals)

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4225 Forest Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4225 Forest Ave

4225 Forest AveDowners Grove, IL 60515
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5110 Fairview
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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Peace Memorial Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peace Memorial Manor

3737 Highland 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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Oak Tree Towers
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Tree Towers

1110-1120 Warren AveDowners Grove, IL 60515
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40-50 Briar St
1 Bedroom Apartments

40-50 Briar St

40-50 Briar StGlen Ellyn, IL 60137
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Woodridge Horizon
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodridge Horizon

8099 Janes AveWoodridge, IL 60517
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Cano Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cano Apartments

8431 Wilmette AveDarien, IL 60561
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Walker Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walker Apartments

4 Walker AveClarendon Hills, IL 60514
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8402 Captons Ln
1 Bedroom Apartments

8402 Captons Ln

8402 Captons LnDarien, IL 60561
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1014 Burlington Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1014 Burlington Ave

1014 Burlington AveLisle, IL 60532
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Maple
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maple

535-569 Maple AveLisle, IL 60532
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Warwick Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Warwick Apartments

312-316 Warwick AveWestmont, IL 60559
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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 $1,325. Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments in the Waterbury neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,380. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Downers Grove apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windsor Lakes Apartment HomesStudio - 450 sqftStudio,1BA$1,325
Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove ApartmentsBrooklyn1BR,1BA$1,380
The Apartment Homes at 850 Front StreetOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Iron Gate Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 607 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,425
The Haven at HighlandThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1,449
Idyllwild ApartmentsModel 1B1BR,1BA$1,475
Willowbrook Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,485
Dynasty Pointe Apartments1 Bedroom Electric1BR,1BA$1,495
Hillcrest ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$1,530

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downers Grove, IL

As of July 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downers Grove area is the $1.73 price per square foot Berkshire Model at 2200 Grace in the in the Highland Hills neighborhood starting from $2,489. The second greatest value Downers Grove apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Courts of the Falling Waters starting at $2,170 with a $1.85 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2200 GraceBerkshire3BR,2BA$1.73
Courts of the Falling Waters3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.85
7461 Blackburn Ave, Unit #2017461 Blackburn Ave2BR,2BA$1.71
ReNew Westmont2x12BR,1BA$1.77
The Arbors of Glen EllynTwo Bedrooms Floor Plan B22BR,2BA$1.95
The Villages on Maple2 Bedroom Apartment Newly Remodeled2BR,1BA$1.76
240 W Quincy St, Unit D240 W Quincy St1BR,1BA$1.72
Idyllwild ApartmentsModel 1A1BR,1BA$1.84
Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove ApartmentsBrooklyn1BR,1BA$1.84
The Apartment Homes at 850 Front StreetOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.87

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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

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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 $1,325.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downers Grove Apartment is $1,380 at Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments.

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 $1,565 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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