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Monthly Rent
$896 - $970
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Bedrooms
Studio - 1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
430 - 630 sq ft
Varsity Square Apartments offers affordable, convenient living just four blocks from Northern Illinois University. Choose from updated studio and one-bedroom apartments featuring smart layouts, air conditioning, and on-site laundry. With courtyard grills, 24-hour access, a pet-friendly policy, and a location close to campus, shopping, and public transit, Varsity Square delivers comfort and convenience in a welcoming community.
Highlights
- Top Rated by Renters
- Property Manager on Site
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 516price $896square feet 430availibility Aug 10
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Unit 610price $938square feet 550availibility Jun 26
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Unit 514price $938square feet 550availibility Jul 21
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Unit 602price $970square feet 550availibility Jul 23
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Unit 528price $928square feet 530availibility Jul 20
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Unit 305price $928square feet 530availibility Jul 24
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Unit 413price $928square feet 530availibility Jul 27
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Unit 429price $949square feet 575availibility Aug 12
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Unit 516price $896square feet 430availibility Aug 10
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Unit 610price $938square feet 550availibility Jun 26
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Unit 514price $938square feet 550availibility Jul 21
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Unit 602price $970square feet 550availibility Jul 23
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Unit 528price $928square feet 530availibility Jul 20
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Unit 305price $928square feet 530availibility Jul 24
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Unit 413price $928square feet 530availibility Jul 27
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Unit 429price $949square feet 575availibility Aug 12
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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DepositVaries by unit
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Dogs
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Dog FeeCharged per pet.$100
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Dog RentCharged per pet.$40 / mo
Restrictions:Any hybrid or mixed breed with any of the following: Akita, Alaskan Breeds (Malamute, Husky, Eskimo), American Bulldogs, Beaucerons, Belgian Malinois, Canary Dog, Caucasian Mountain Dogs, Chow Chow, Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Great Dane, Pit Bull, or any Pit Bull Type, Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Staffordshire Terrier (English or American), Boxers, Dalmatians, Mastiffs, Cane Corsos, Wolf Hybrids.Read More Read Less -
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Cats
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Cat FeeCharged per pet.$100
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Cat RentCharged per pet.$40 / mo
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Surface Lot
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.
Details
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 1970
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192 units/2 stories
About Varsity Square Apartments
Varsity Square Apartments offers affordable, convenient living just four blocks from Northern Illinois University. Choose from updated studio and one-bedroom apartments featuring smart layouts, air conditioning, and on-site laundry. With courtyard grills, 24-hour access, a pet-friendly policy, and a location close to campus, shopping, and public transit, Varsity Square delivers comfort and convenience in a welcoming community.
Varsity Square Apartments is an apartment community located in DeKalb County and the 60115 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Dekalb Community Unit School District 428 attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Air Conditioner
- Ceiling Fan (Select Units)
- Dishwasher (Select Units)
- Large Closets
- Off Street Parking
- Pet Friendly
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Ceiling Fans
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Dishwasher
- Range
- Refrigerator
DeKalb earned the nickname "Barb City" long before Northern Illinois University reshaped its identity, and today those two chapters coexist in a compact, walkable city about 65 miles west of Chicago. Founded in 1856, the city made its mark as the birthplace of commercial barbed wire, and that agricultural heritage still threads through local culture alongside the academic energy NIU brings to campus and downtown alike. Northern Illinois University, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, and Meta's data center are major employment anchors, giving the city an economic foundation that extends well beyond its college-town reputation.
Life here spreads across several distinct pockets: the Downtown Lincoln Highway corridor draws those who want live performances at the 1929-era Egyptian Theatre and quick access to independent shops, while the Ellwood Historic District offers tree-lined streets and stately architecture.
Learn more about living in DekalbCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| DeKalb | Dekalb, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $804 | $804 |
| 1 Bedroom | $893 | $895 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,106 | $1,122 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,255 | $1,258 |
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Courtyard
- Air Conditioner
- Ceiling Fan (Select Units)
- Dishwasher (Select Units)
- Large Closets
- Off Street Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Dishwasher
- Range
- Refrigerator
| Monday | 8am - 4:30pm |
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| Tuesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 34 min | 24.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 50 min | 36.4 mi |
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Models
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Studio
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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While Varsity Square Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Parking is available at Varsity Square Apartments. Contact this property for details.
Varsity Square Apartments has studios to one-bedroom with rent ranges from $896/mo. to $970/mo.
Yes, Varsity Square Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
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 $896 for a studio, you would need to earn about $35,840 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Varsity Square Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
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1212 Varsity Blvd
Dekalb, IL 60115