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Highlights
- Peaceful retreat
- Well-designed layout
- Modern and stylish bathroom
Location
223 W Locust St #7, Dekalb, IL 60115, USA
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Property Overview
223 West Locust Street, Unit 7, offers an impressive overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.1, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities. This property features a peaceful retreat with a well-designed layout and a modern, stylish bathroom. With a prime location just minutes from top-rated schools and key attractions, it ensures residents enjoy a balanced quality of life.
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.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $950 /mo | Welcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located at 223 W Locust St, DeKalb, IL 60115, USA. Unit #7 is a cozy and inviting space perfect to call home. This apartment features a well-designed layout that maximizes space and functionality. The bedroom offers a peaceful retreat with ample natural light, while the bathroom is modern and stylish. The living area is spacious and ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. Located in a convenient and desirable neighborhood, this apartment is close to local amenities, restaurants, and shopping centers. With easy access to public transportation and major highways, commuting is a breeze. This property is available for lease for 12 months starting immediately, providing long-term stability and peace of mind for tenants. Whether you're a student, young professional, or anyone in between, this apartment offers a wonderful opportunity to experience comfortable living in DeKalb. Don't miss out on the chance to make this apartment your new home sweet home. Schedule a viewing today and envision yourself living in this lovely space! |
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About 223 West Locust Street, Unit 7
Welcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located at 223 W Locust St, DeKalb, IL 60115, USA. Unit #7 is a cozy and inviting space perfect to call home. This apartment features a well-designed layout that maximizes space and functionality. The bedroom offers a peaceful retreat with ample natural light, while the bathroom is modern and stylish. The living area is spacious and ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. Located in a convenient and desirable neighborhood, this apartment is close to local amenities, restaurants, and shopping centers. With easy access to public transportation and major highways, commuting is a breeze. This property is available for lease for 12 months starting immediately, providing long-term stability and peace of mind for tenants. Whether you're a student, young professional, or anyone in between, this apartment offers a wonderful opportunity to experience comfortable living in DeKalb. Don't miss out on the chance to make this apartment your new home sweet home. Schedule a viewing today and envision yourself living in this lovely space!
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.
8.1
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A 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.
223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 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 223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 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.
223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 is great for:
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 223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
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Rent trends in Dekalb
1-bedroom apartments at 223 West Locust Street, Unit 7 cost about 11% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Dekalb.
Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Dekalb
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| March 2026 | $723 |
| April 2026 | $750 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$38,000/yr
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Schools near 223 West Locust Street, Unit 7
Littlejohn Elementary School
1121 school st
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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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Dekalb near 223 W Locust St #7
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 223 W Locust St #7, Dekalb
Groceries
2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 223 W Locust St #7
DeKalb Fresh Market
304 N 6th St
Paraiso Mini Market
418 N 10th St
Jewel-Osco
1320 Sycamore Rd
Schnucks
975 S Annie Glidden Rd
Walmart Supercenter
2300 Sycamore Rd
Buckle
2437 Sycamore Rd
Chiltons Sporting Goods Inc
248 E Lincoln Hwy
Ducky's Formal Wear
250 E Lincoln Hwy
Northern Illinois Tees
817 W Lincoln Hwy
The Cotton Club
858 W Lincoln Hwy
Dunkin'
460 E Lincoln Hwy
Starbucks
340 Carroll Ave
Starbucks
1015 W Lincoln Hwy
Cast Iron Coffee
901 Lucinda Ave
Dunkin'
1101 W Lincoln Hwy
Annex the Lord Stanley's
142 E Lincoln Hwy
Class VI
214 E Lincoln Hwy
Hometown Sports Bar & Grill
241 E Lincoln Hwy
The Grove Tavern
204 N 4th St
KJ Tap
518 E Lincoln Hwy
Crystal's Place Bakery
Common Grounds Books & Beans
131 E Lincoln Hwy
Einstein Bros Bagels
217 Normal Rd
Mi Tierra Fresh Market LLC
124 E Hillcrest Dr
Teresa's Bakery
817 W Lincoln Hwy
Crystal's Place Bakery
Jah Love Jamaica
Jin's China House Inc
1900 Sycamore Kalb
Barb City Bagels
118 E Lincoln Hwy
Common Grounds Books & Beans
131 E Lincoln Hwy
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Locust St. at 2nd St. - EB Stop #623
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