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Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL under $1200. 158 Rentals Available
  • a living room with white walls and carpet and a kitchen
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    1100 W Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
    STUDIO $675
    1 BED $750
    2 BEDS $850
  • the building in which the academy court apartments is located
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    829 W. Taylor St. (Office), Dekalb, IL 60115
    STUDIO $40
    1 BED $865+
    2 BEDS $960+
  • a building with a church sign on the side of it
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    517 Lucinda Ave., Dekalb, IL 60115
    1 BED $999
    2 BEDS $909
    4 BEDS $1,130
  • a brick building with a balcony and a door
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    1004 W. Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
    STUDIO $785
    2 BEDS $985
    3 BEDS $1,100+
  • a brick building with a balcony and a door
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    1010 W. Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
    3 BEDS $1,200
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  • a brick building with a sign on top of it
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    2510-1 N. First St., Dekalb, IL 60115
    STUDIO $745
    1 BED $850+
    2 BEDS $1,045+
  • a blurry image of an apartment building on a city street
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    823 W. Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, IL 60115
    1 BED $860
    2 BEDS $999
    3 BEDS $1,150
  • a backyard with a picnic table in front of a house
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    807 W. Taylor St., Dekalb, IL 60115
    1 BED $850
    2 BEDS $950+
  • a red brick apartment building with stairs and trees
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    921 Normal, Dekalb, IL 60115
    2 BEDS $885
  • the side of a building with a car parked in front of it
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    1110 Varsity Blvd., Dekalb, IL 60115
    STUDIO $675
    1 BED $750+
    2 BEDS $899+
  • an apartment building with a red car parked outside
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    1025 Arcadia Dr., Dekalb, IL 60115
    2 BEDS $1,009
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  • a living room with grey couches and purple curtains
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    230 Mcmillan Court, Cortland, IL 60112
    2 BEDS $1,050+
  • a brick house with a sidewalk in front of it
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    711 S. Main St., Sycamore, IL 60178
    STUDIO $790
    1 BED $825
    2 BEDS $1,100
  • an empty living room with a chandelier and two windows
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    215 E Duffy Road, Waterman, IL 60556
    1 BED $517
    2 BEDS $550
  • a small yellow house with a white door
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    226 Railroad Avenue, Genoa, IL 60135
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $697
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Getting around in Dekalb, IL

11 /100
Car-Dependent
17 /100
Minimal Transit
31 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 11, Transit Score®: 17, Bike Score®: 31

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Dekalb, IL last updated?

Prices and availability in Dekalb, IL were last updated on 10 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Dekalb, IL?

The best apartments in Dekalb, IL are: The Terraces at Dekalb, (AC) Ashbury Court Apartments, (TC) Timbercrest Apartments, (OOP) Old Orchard Place Apartments and (CE) Colonial East Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Dekalb, IL?

In Dekalb 58% of the housing is rented out compared to 42% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 11% of Dekalb's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 80% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 10% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Dekalb, IL under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Dekalb, IL, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Dekalb, IL. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 15 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Dekalb, IL for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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