What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in Dekalb, IL?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within Dekalb. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap Apartments in Dekalb, IL?

When searching on HotPads for more affordable apartments, use the "Sort:" feature to sort apartments by Lowest Price for Dekalb. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" apartments come on the market.

What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?

Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including: Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent Ask about becoming an onsite property manager Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in Dekalb. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

Affordable Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL from $475

Q: How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in Dekalb, IL?

There are 67 cheaper apartment units available for rent.

313-322 Augusta Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115
$475/mo
1 bed
313-322 Augusta AveDekalb, IL 60115
908 Greenbrier Rd #908, Dekalb, IL 60115
$650/mo
1 bed · 3 baths · 140 sq ft
908 Greenbrier Rd #908Dekalb, IL 60115
Call(630) 778-1855
118-126 Oak St, Dekalb, IL 60115
$650/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 514 sq ft
118-126 Oak StDekalb, IL 60115
721 N 1st St #B, Dekalb, IL 60115
$700/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
721 N 1st St #BDekalb, IL 60115
604 S 1st St, Dekalb, IL 60115
$775/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 650 sq ft
604 S 1st StDekalb, IL 60115View units
Suburban Apartments and Estates, Dekalb, IL 60115
$800+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 1 bath · 200 - 1,450 sq ft
Suburban Apartments and EstatesDekalb, IL 60115
Special Offer
217 S 3rd St #2, Dekalb, IL 60115
$800/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft
217 S 3rd St #2Dekalb, IL 60115View units
904 W Hillcrest Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115
$825+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 5 units available
904 W Hillcrest DrDekalb, IL 60115
528 College Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115
$875/mo
2 beds · 1 bath
528 College AveDekalb, IL 60115
Kimberly Apartments, Dekalb, IL 60115
$925/mo
2 beds · 1 units available
Kimberly ApartmentsDekalb, IL 60115
102-118 Augusta Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115
$950/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 750 sq ft
102-118 Augusta AveDekalb, IL 60115
709 Leonard Ave #E, Dekalb, IL 60115
$990/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 790 sq ft
709 Leonard Ave #EDekalb, IL 60115
143 John St #2, Dekalb, IL 60115
$990/mo
1 bed · 1 bath
143 John St #2Dekalb, IL 60115
417-427 N 2nd St #&-418, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,100/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 1,000 sq ft
417-427 N 2nd St #&-418Dekalb, IL 60115
Lincolnshire West, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,175+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 5 units available
Lincolnshire WestDekalb, IL 60115
New Today
902 Ridge Dr #914, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,200/mo
3 beds · 8 units available
902 Ridge Dr #914Dekalb, IL 60115
722 N 6th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,200/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 800 sq ft
722 N 6th StDekalb, IL 60115
Kimberly Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,250/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft
Kimberly DrDekalb, IL 60115
814 W Hillcrest Dr #1, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,275/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 960 sq ft
814 W Hillcrest Dr #1Dekalb, IL 60115
826 W Hillcrest Dr #B, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,275/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 960 sq ft
826 W Hillcrest Dr #BDekalb, IL 60115
820 W Hillcrest Dr #1, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,275/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 960 sq ft
820 W Hillcrest Dr #1Dekalb, IL 60115
1107 Regent Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,295/mo
3 beds · 3 baths
1107 Regent DrDekalb, IL 60115
131 S 7th St #MAIN, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,300/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 948 sq ft
131 S 7th St #MAINDekalb, IL 60115
929 Greenbrier Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,300/mo
3 beds · 1 units available
929 Greenbrier RdDekalb, IL 60115
311 W Roosevelt St #1/2, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,400/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 900 sq ft
311 W Roosevelt St #1/2Dekalb, IL 60115
2675 Sycamore Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,550/mo
1 bed · 1 units available
2675 Sycamore RdDekalb, IL 60115
1103 Glidden Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,550/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 1,250 sq ft
1103 Glidden AveDekalb, IL 60115
1155 S 7th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,600/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 750 sq ft
1155 S 7th StDekalb, IL 60115
2179 Sycamore Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,650/mo
2 beds · 1 units available
2179 Sycamore RdDekalb, IL 60115
311 Bush St, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,800/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 1,200 sq ft
311 Bush StDekalb, IL 60115
211 S 3rd St #A, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,875/mo
4 beds · 1 bath · 1,600 sq ft
211 S 3rd St #ADekalb, IL 60115
1539 Stonefield Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,890/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,466 sq ft
1539 Stonefield DrDekalb, IL 60115
3682 Green Tree Ln #3682, Dekalb, IL 60115
$1,950/mo
3 beds · 3 baths
3682 Green Tree Ln #3682Dekalb, IL 60115
815 Charles St, Dekalb, IL 60115
$2,000/mo
2 beds · 1 bath
815 Charles StDekalb, IL 60115
Hunter Star Properties, Dekalb, IL 60115
$2,100/mo
8 beds · 2.5 baths
Hunter Star PropertiesDekalb, IL 60115
436 Russell Rd, Dekalb, IL 60115
$2,200/mo
4 beds · 2 baths
436 Russell RdDekalb, IL 60115