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Prairie Creek Townhomes

1277 Chestnut St, DeKalb, IL 60115

3.8 (3 reviews)

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3.8
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  • Monthly Rent

    $1,250

  • Bedrooms

    2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    2 ba

  • Square Feet

    1,100 sq ft

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  • Fireplace
  • Balcony
  • Property Manager on Site

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 1,100 SF Not Available
2 BR/2 BA $1,250 Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,100 Sq Ft
2 BR/2 BA $1,250 Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,100 Sq Ft
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Application Fee Per Applicant
      $75
  • Cats
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $500
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $85
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $0 / mo
    20 lbs. Weight Limit, Spayed/Neutered
    Comments
    Deposit for Second Pet an Additional $200
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  • Garage Lot
  • Storage Unit
    • Storage Deposit
      Charged per rentable item.
      $0
    • Storage Rent
      Charged per rentable item.
      $0 / mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases
  • Short term lease

Property Information

  • Built in 1994
  • 77 units/2 stories

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2BR2BA-1100SF A
1/3

About Prairie Creek Townhomes

Prairie Creek Townhomes offers 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhomes for rent in DeKalb, IL. Located near I-88 and Northern Illinois University. Our townhomes feature private entrances, an attached two-car garage, vaulted ceilings, skylights in select units, a full-size washer and dryer, dishwasher, garbage disposal, central air and heat, and a fireplace in select units. Cats are welcome with additional fees and deposits. Onsite Management and emergency maintenance.

Prairie Creek Townhomes is an apartment community located in DeKalb County and the 60115 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Sycamore Community Unit School District 427 attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Attached 2-Car Private Garage
  • In Unit Full Sized Washer & Dryer
  • Close to I-88 & NIU
  • Great Schools and Area Park District
  • Neighborhood Environment
  • Spacious Floor plans
  • Short Term Leases Available (additional fees apply)
  • Friendly and Caring Staff

Contact

Language: English
Open 8am - 5pm Today
  • Monday, 8am - 5pm
  • Tuesday, 8am - 2:30pm
  • Wednesday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Walk-Up

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Disposal

Fireplace

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Handrails

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
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Amenities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Walk-Up
  • Attached 2-Car Private Garage
  • In Unit Full Sized Washer & Dryer
  • Close to I-88 & NIU
  • Great Schools and Area Park District
  • Neighborhood Environment
  • Spacious Floor plans
  • Short Term Leases Available (additional fees apply)
  • Friendly and Caring Staff
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Handrails
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
Expenses
One-Time
Cat Fee $85
Cat Deposit $500
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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City - Dekalb

Located 65 miles west of Chicago, DeKalb, Illinois combines small-town charm with the academic energy of Northern Illinois University. The historic "Barb City" features 44 public parks spanning over 700 acres, including the River Heights Golf Course and Hopkins Park Pool. Nature enthusiasts appreciate the walking and biking paths along the Kishwaukee River.

Downtown DeKalb showcases the Egyptian Theatre, an architectural landmark from 1929 that continues to host performances and events. The area offers diverse housing options, from established neighborhoods near NIU to newer apartment communities throughout the city.

DeKalb's heritage as the birthplace of barbed wire meshes with its evolving present, exemplified by Meta's data center development. The city maintains strong connections to both its agricultural roots and modern commerce along Route 23.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

DeKalb DeKalb, IL
Studio - $801
1 Bedroom $1,325 $889
2 Bedrooms $1,550 $1,121
3 Bedrooms $1,935 $1,225
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Northern Illinois University
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Kishwaukee College
Drive: 14 min 6.9 mi
Waubonsee C.C., Sugar Grove
Drive: 32 min 23.1 mi
Waubonsee C.C., Plano Campus
Drive: 48 min 35.3 mi
Prairie Creek Townhomes is within 5 minutes or 1.6 miles from Northern Illinois University. It is also near Kishwaukee College and Waubonsee C.C., Sugar Grove.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Southeast Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
296 Students
Nearby
Property Identified
Tyler Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
309 Students
Nearby
Founders Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
556 Students
Attendance Zone
South Prairie Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
306 Students
Nearby
Sycamore Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
822 Students
Nearby
Property Identified
Huntley Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
934 Students
Attendance Zone
Sycamore High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,191 Students
Nearby
Property Identified
De Kalb High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,083 Students
Attendance Zone
Camelot Schools-Dekalb Campus
Private Elementary School
Grades K
1 Students
Nearby
St Mary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
204 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Prairie Creek Townhomes is near Chicago/Rockford International, located 39.0 miles or 53 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Elburn Station
Drive: 31 min 18.2 mi
La Fox Station
Drive: 37 min 21.6 mi
Geneva Station
Drive: 42 min 26.1 mi
Big Timber Road Station
Drive: 53 min 32.1 mi
Plano Amtrak Station
Drive: 51 min 36.3 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Chicago/Rockford International
Drive: 53 min 39.0 mi
Car-Dependent
27
Walk Score®
Out of 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Some Transit
43
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
65
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Prairie Creek Townhomes.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Junction Center Shopping Center
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Glidden Crossing
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Eagle Center
Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi
Prairie Creek Townhomes has 3 shopping centers within 3.1 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
NIU Observatory
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Midwest Museum of Natural History
Drive: 14 min 7.6 mi
Prairie Creek Townhomes has 2 parks within 7.6 miles, including NIU Observatory, and Midwest Museum of Natural History.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Kishwaukee Community Hospital
Drive: 10 min 4.8 mi
Prairie Creek Townhomes is 4.8 miles and a 10 minute drive from Kishwaukee Community Hospital.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fermi National Accelerator Lab Batavia
Drive: 57 min 37.5 mi
Fermi National Accelerator Lab Winfield
Drive: 53 min 38.4 mi
Prairie Creek Townhomes is 37.5 miles from Fermi National Accelerator Lab Batavia, and is convenient to other military bases, including Fermi National Accelerator Lab Winfield.
 
 

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  • 2BR2BA-1100SF A

  • 2BR/2BA - 1,100 sq.ft - Living Room

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  • Priamry Entrance

  • Shared Front Patio

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  • 2 Bedrooms

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Prairie Creek Townhomes have in-unit laundry?

Prairie Creek Townhomes has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Prairie Creek Townhomes?

Select utilities are included in rent at Prairie Creek Townhomes, including water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Prairie Creek Townhomes?

Parking is available at Prairie Creek Townhomes. Contact this property for details.

Is Prairie Creek Townhomes pet-friendly?

Yes, Prairie Creek Townhomes welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Prairie Creek Townhomes?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,250 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $45,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

Does Prairie Creek Townhomes have move-in specials?

Prairie Creek Townhomes is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Prairie Creek Townhomes offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! Prairie Creek Townhomes offers 3 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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