
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shabbona, IL from $400 (39 Rentals)
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Amber Manor

Fox Hill Senior Living

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

University Village Apartments

Hunter Star Properties

University Heights Apartments

New Suburban Apartments

Ashbury Court
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Willis Senior Lofts

Colonial Townhouses

103 W Railroad St

Varsity Square Apartments

Lincolnshire West

The Terraces at Dekalb

Lucinda Oaks Apartments

Eco Park

Prairie Creek Townhomes
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Cortland Estates

Isaac Executive Suites

City Hall Suites

Yorkville Apartments

Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments

Agora Tower

Old Orchard Townhouses

Countryside Village Apartments

Westridge Apartments
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908 Greenbrier Rd

The Grove Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road

The Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road

325 W 5th St

Barrington Plaza Realty

254 Edward St

707 Green Ridge Ave

311 W Roosevelt St
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711 S West St

1430 DeKalb Ave

50W 353 Old State Rd
Shabbona, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shabbona?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shabbona Studio Apartments | $829 | $600 | $1,400 |
| Shabbona 1 Bedroom Apartments | $977 | $656 | $1,578 |
| Shabbona 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $450 | $2,157 |
| Shabbona 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $789 | $2,200 |
| Shabbona 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,528 | $1,295 | $2,150 |
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Cheapest Available Shabbona Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shabbona, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Fox Hill Senior Living in the Raintree Village Duplexes neighborhood priced from $656. The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shabbona apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Hill Senior Living | 1x1-H-SS | 1BR,1BA | $656 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive | Ridge Drive Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Ashbury Court | ST | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| 103 W Railroad St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road | Normal Road 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| University Heights Apartments | 2T | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1,290 |
| Amber Manor | 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,339 |
| Isaac Executive Suites | Junior One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shabbona, IL and Nearby
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shabbona area is the $0.98 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Shabbona apartment is the Accera Model at Bristol Bay of Yorkville starting at $2,595 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Blackberry Crossing West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shabbona apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| Bristol Bay of Yorkville | Accera | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.74 |
| Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| University Heights Apartments | 2T | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Fox Hill Senior Living | 1x1-H-SS | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Countryside Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Ashbury Court | ST | Studio ,1BA | $1.98 |
| University Plaza Apartments | A1 Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shabbona Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shabbona?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shabbona is at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shabbona Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shabbona Apartment is $656 at Fox Hill Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shabbona Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shabbona is starting from $925 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive.
What is the most affordable Shabbona Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shabbona Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive and starts from $1,250.
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