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Cheap Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL

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    Studio $725
    1 bd $725
    2 bd $825
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    The Terraces At Dekalb

    1100 W Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center

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  • New Units Available 5 units available
    2 bd $1,425
    3 bd $1,491+
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    Cortland Estates

    4.5 (7)
    230 Mcmillan Court, Cortland, IL 60112
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in DeKalb County, IL?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,125 and $1,648.

How many cheap rentals are available in DeKalb County, IL on RentCafe?

There are 33 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in DeKalb County, IL were last updated on 6 Sep 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in DeKalb County, IL?

The average DeKalb County, IL cheap apartment size is 447 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in DeKalb County, IL?

Cheap apartments in DeKalb County, IL are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in DeKalb County, IL?

A cheap apartment in DeKalb County, IL offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in DeKalb County, IL? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in DeKalb County, IL has never been easier. We feature 28 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the DeKalb County, IL average. What is a cheap rent in DeKalb County, IL? The average apartment rent in DeKalb County is $1,131 per month so any rental south of $905 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, DeKalb County, IL rents go as low as $725/mo.