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Highlights

  • Washer and dryer
  • Comfortable living space

Location

511 S 3rd St #1, Dekalb, IL 60115, USA
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Management

Class Capital LLC

Leasing office

(844) 243-9746 ext. 1706

Property Overview

511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 offers a competitive overall rating of 7.7 out of 10, reflecting its strong value relative to amenities and location. With impressive amenities rated at 9 out of 10 and an equal location score, residents can enjoy a comfortable living space with convenient access to essential services. Notable features such as a washer and dryer further enhance day-to-day living, while a trustworthiness rating of 8 indicates a transparent description from property management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

511 South 3rd Street, Unit 11 bed1 bath921 sqft$1,200 /moWelcome to this charming duplex located in the heart of Dekalb IL. This inviting residence, on the first floor, offers 921 square feet of comfortable living space. This one bedroom, one bathroom unit come swith a washer and dryer in the basement. Ideally located. Just a short walk to down town Dekalb consisting of small shops, dinners and bars or a five minute drive to NIU. In addition to a large peaceful park a block away Parking is included: one of two space on the driveway in the back. There is additional street parking that is free.

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Amenities for 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1

Apartment Amenities

Dryer

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Range/OvenRefrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12+ months
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About 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1

HomeApartments in DeKalb 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1

Welcome to this charming duplex located in the heart of Dekalb IL. This inviting residence, on the first floor, offers 921 square feet of comfortable living space. This one bedroom, one bathroom unit come swith a washer and dryer in the basement. Ideally located. Just a short walk to down town Dekalb consisting of small shops, dinners and bars or a five minute drive to NIU. In addition to a large peaceful park a block away Parking is included: one of two space on the driveway in the back. There is additional street parking that is free.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1
Price·7A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 921 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Dekalb

1-bedroom apartments at 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1 cost about 50% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Dekalb.

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Dekalb
A table of studio rental data trends in Dekalb
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$650
April 2024$650
May 2024$650
June 2024$640
March 2025$650
April 2025$672
May 2025$695
August 2025$745
December 2025$825
January 2026$825

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 511 S 3rd St #1?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$48,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 511 South 3rd Street, Unit 1

Lincoln Elementary School

220 e sunset pl

dekalb, IL, 60115

K-5Public
C+

Dekalb Early Learning & Development Center

1515 s 4th st

dekalb, IL, 60115

PKPublic

Creston Elementary School

po box 37

creston, IL, 60113

K-8Public
A

Steward Elementary School

po box 76

steward, IL, 60553

K-8Public
B+

Eswood Community Consolidated Grade School

304 main st

lindenwood, IL, 61049

K-8Public
B
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Getting around Dekalb near 511 S 3rd St #1

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 511 S 3rd St #1, Dekalb

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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