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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL

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    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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    2 bd $1,425
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    Cortland Estates

    4.5 (7)
    230 Mcmillan Court, Cortland, IL 60112
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Frequently asked questions

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

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,125 and $1,450.

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

There are 19 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Dekalb, IL were last updated on 23 Sep 2026.

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

The average Dekalb, IL cheap apartment size is 226 sq. ft.

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

Cheap apartments in Dekalb, 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, IL?

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

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Dekalb, IL has never been easier. We feature 24 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Dekalb, IL average. What is a cheap rent in Dekalb, IL? The average apartment rent in Dekalb is $1,154 per month so any rental south of $923 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Dekalb, IL rents go as low as $725/mo.