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The average rent in DeKalb, as of June 2026, is down 2.15% compared to last month but up 7% year-over-year.
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,650
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4d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,400–$1,900
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11h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
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11h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,550
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22h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$950–$1,075
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1d ago
4 beds
2 baths
$1,650
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1d ago
3 beds
3 baths
$1,295
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2 beds
1 bath
$975–$1,100
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1d ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,255–$1,440
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$725
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2d ago
511 S 3rd St, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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Available Jun 27
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$700
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$825
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2d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$800
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3d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,450–$2,000
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3d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
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3d ago
1 bed
0 baths
$500
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Available Jun 27
4d ago
4–5 beds
2 baths
$1,400–$1,595
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225–$1,455
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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4d ago
1 bed
0 baths
$450–$500
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4d ago
4 beds
3 baths
$1,490
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Condo for rent
Available Jun 27
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$650
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Dekalb
219 S 7th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,700
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Dekalb
220 E Hillcrest Dr #3201, Dekalb, IL 60115
2 beds
1 bath
$995
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Dekalb
1428 Reserve Ln #4, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,300
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Dekalb
1523 Grand Dr #310-2, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,000
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Dekalb
915 Spiros Ct #101, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
4 beds
2 baths
$1,495
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5d+ ago
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915 Spiros Ct #206, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
4 beds
2 baths
$1,495
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
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702 Normal Rd Apt A #Apt A, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Fireplace
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Dekalb
818 Greenbrier Rd #A, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,250
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Dekalb
815 Charles St, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Storage
1 bed
2 baths
$500
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5d+ ago
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811 Greenbrier Rd #5, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Dekalb
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
3 beds
1 bath
$1,050
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
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811 Greenbrier Rd #2, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dekalb
908 Greenbrier Rd #908, Dekalb, IL 60115
Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
2 baths
$650
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
1 bath
$1,700
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4d ago
880 886/894 Regent Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$1,195
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Living in Dekalb, IL, residents appreciate the affordable housing options and a range of dining choices available in town. Many locals highlight the sense of safety and the accessibility of amenities, including parks and recreational facilities. The community feels welcoming, especially for families and students due to the nearby university. However, some residents express concerns about the limited nightlife and entertainment options, which can make the area feel quieter than desired during evenings and weekends.
DeKalb's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $670 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,200 per month. These figures represent the current market across all property types in the city.
April offers the lowest rental prices in DeKalb, while September has the highest rent with approximately 22% higher prices compared to April. Planning your move for spring months can provide clear cost advantages over fall apartment hunting.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in Dekalb, IL, with 15.31% of listings being pet-friendly.
DeKalb apartments rarely include utilities in the rent, with only 13 total listings offering this arrangement. This represents less than 1% of all available rentals, meaning renters should budget separately for electricity, gas, water, and other utility costs.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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