Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments
124 E Lincoln Hwy,
Dekalb, IL 60115
1 Bed | $1,450
Rental Market Trends in Dekalb, IL
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Dekalb, IL is $897/month.
Rent in Dekalb is 46% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$897/month
Average Rent
526 Sq Ft
Average Size
+3%
Change / Year
233
Available Apartments
Dekalb rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Dekalb average $804 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Dekalb average $897 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Dekalb average $1,126 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Dekalb average $1,258 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Dekalb, IL?
In the past year, rent has increased by 3%, which averages out to $27 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Dekalb, IL
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
9%
Below $700/month
38%
$700 - $1,000/month
47%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
4%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
2%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Dekalb?
Based on current rent prices, DeKalb is the most affordable neighborhood in Dekalb.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Dekalb?
Based on current rent prices, DeKalb is the most expensive neighborhood in Dekalb.
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Which Dekalb neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Dekalb with the most apartments available is DeKalb .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Dekalb, IL?
Because the average rent in Dekalb is $897, you’ll want to make about $2,990 per month or $35,880 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Dekalb, IL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Dekalb, IL to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Dekalb Area GuideStudio
$805/month
$805/month
One Bedroom
$890/month
$890/month
Two Bedroom
$1,106/month
$1,106/month
Three Bedroom
$1,256/month
$1,256/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Dekalb?
The average rent in Dekalb is $897 per month, which is 46.0% lower than the national average of $1,662.
Are rents going up or down in Dekalb?
Rents in Dekalb, IL are increasing, with prices up 3.0% year-over-year and $27 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Dekalb?
In Dekalb, IL, 47% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.