How much is the average rent in Des Plaines, IL for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Des Plaines, Illinois rental averages in 2025 show one-bedroom apartments at around $1,500 per month and two-bedroom units at around $1,900 per month. Two-bedroom apartments make up the largest share of the rental market at 46% of available listings, while one-bedroom units account for 30% of inventory.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Des Plaines, IL?

October offers the lowest rental prices in Des Plaines, while March sees the highest rent throughout the year. The 8% difference between peak and off-peak months means timing your search for October could result in lower prices compared to spring apartment hunting.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Des Plaines, IL?

Des Plaines offers good options for pet owners, with 33% of rental listings welcoming pets. With an average of 101 listings available per month, this translates to approximately 33 pet-friendly apartments in the monthly inventory.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Des Plaines, IL?

Utilities are rarely included in Des Plaines rental properties, appearing in only 0.07% of total listings. This pattern holds across bedroom types, with utilities included in 0.07% of one-bedroom apartments, 0.06% of two-bedroom units, and 0.10% of three-bedroom rentals.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Plaines, IL

25 rentals available

3d ago

Verified

Affordable | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,550

$1,400

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Verified

Affordable | On-site laundry | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$1,400

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Verified

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,450

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

1d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Terraces of Elk Grove

908 Ridge Sq, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,459–$3,017

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 21

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Residents Lounge

Storage

Swimming Pool

Call

Residences at Arlington Heights - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Residences at Arlington Heights

2134 S Goebbert Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Affordable | On-site laundry | On-site management

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,470–$2,926

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 21

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Call

5d+ ago

Verified

Terrific 1 Bed, 1 Bath at Wheeling + Dogwood (Mount Prospect)

1080 N Wheeling Rd #3B, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,595

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Nearby rental good for eco-living

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$1,690

640 Colonial Ln

5d+ ago

Verified

Affordable | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Verified

Affordable | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

The best of Zumper, delivered

Be the first to hear about new listings matching your search.

5d+ ago

Verified

Affordable | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Verified

Affordable | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Find sweet deals near Des Plaines

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$1,690

Des Plaines

$1,775

Des Plaines

$1,775

Des Plaines

$1,800

Des Plaines

Stonebridge of Arlington Heights - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Stonebridge of Arlington Heights

650 W Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,749–$4,196

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 2

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Wi-Fi

Call

5d+ ago

Verified

1725 Howard Ave #201, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$1,775

Apartment for rent

Available May 5

5d+ ago

Verified

Oakwood Ave & S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$1,855

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

2d ago

Verified

931 S Cora St #2N, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,950

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 25

5d+ ago

Verified

1302 Carol St #1A, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,000

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 20

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

S Maple St & E Prospect Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Verified

S Maple St & E Prospect Ave, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio

1 bath

$2,050

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Verified

S Maple St & E Prospect Ave, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,395

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

1d ago

Verified

137 Shadywood Ln Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

137 Shadywood Ln, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Affordable | Garage parking

4 beds

2 baths

$2,870

House for rent

Available Jun 18

3d ago

Verified

$2,900 - 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Condo In Des Plaines With Great Amenities

930 Beau Dr #312, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

2 baths

$2,900

Condo for rent

Available Jun 17

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Elevator

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

Wheelchair Accessible

9201 North Milwaukee Avenue #507 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap condo for rent in Niles

9201 North Milwaukee Avenue #507, Niles, IL 60714

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$2,999

Condo for rent

Available Jul 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Concierge Service

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Wheelchair Accessible

5d+ ago

Verified

S Maple St & E Prospect Ave, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,295

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Central Heat

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

3D tour

5d+ ago

8.5

Very good

Walnut Grove Townhomes

214 N Walnut St, Bensenville, IL 60106

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

2 baths

$3,600

House for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

2d ago

Verified

1023 S Wolf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

1.5 baths

$9,559

$9,453

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

Wi-Fi

2d ago

Verified

508 S Warrington Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

4 beds

2 baths

$13,014

$12,786

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Microwave

Wi-Fi

2d ago

Verified

1410 N Lama Ln, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

4 beds

2 baths

$14,143

$13,337

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Showing 1 - 25 of 25 results

Home > Apartments in Des Plaines > Des Plaines Cheap Apartments For Rent

Updated: June 21, 2026

Are you a rental professional?

Try our tenant screening, or post rental listings to Zumper, Craigslist Des Plaines, and more.

💸Lowest price	$1,400
🔑Available apartment rentals	25
💰Best rent deal	9465 Maple Dr #1A
✨Popular amenities	, ,
🧦In-unit laundry
🏠With photos

Popular filters

Pets

Deals

Lifestyle

Zumper Expert Rating

Lease length

Price category

Specialty housing

Laundry

In building

In unit

Amenities

Listing features

Square feet

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Plaines, IL

Nearby rental good for eco-living

Nearby rental good for pet owners

Find sweet deals near Des Plaines

Browse rentals in Des Plaines by popular searches

We've got Homes and Apartments for Rent in Popular Cities.

Browse apartments by bedrooms

Browse apartments by amenities

Available apartment rentals near Des Plaines, IL

Available apartment rentals in Des Plaines, IL popular neighborhoods

Browse apartment buildings in Des Plaines

Property types near Des Plaines

Find addresses in Des Plaines

Looking for apartments in Des Plaines, IL near you?