
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elburn, IL from $600 (53 Rentals)
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400 Parkside Dr, Unit X

Elburn Meadows

409 N Main St

Sage Crest Apartments

Aurora Heights

Leland Tower Apartments

Fairhaven Village Apartments

Butterfield Trails Apartments

Lorlyn of Batavia
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St. Charles Place Apartments

Courtyards Village West

Arbor West Apartments

Pepper Valley Apartments

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River Oaks

Green Meadows Apartments

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ReNew Aurora

Authentix South Elgin

Fox Run Apartments
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Reserve at Village Center

Springs At South Elgin

Springs at Aurora

Reserve at Prairie Centre

The Crossings at St. Charles

Orchard Village

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The Township at St. Charles

The Village at Mill Creek

Prairie Pointe Apartments

Springs at St Charles
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Ascend St. Charles

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Timber Creek

Seasons at Elgin

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The View Apartments St Charles

Seasons at North Aurora

The Apartments at Kirkland Crossing

Residence at Mill Creek

The Roosevelt

Reserve-Mill Creek and Reserve-Greng's Park

Village West Apartments
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Colony West Apartments

1104 Ritter St

1108 Ritter St

Firethorne

1360 Brook St

551 N Washington Ave

320 N 5th St

105 N Jefferson St

1101 Ritter St

1340 Brook St
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Elburn, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elburn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elburn Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $1,075 | $2,003 |
| Elburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $600 | $3,283 |
| Elburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,399 | $600 | $4,195 |
| Elburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,020 | $600 | $4,780 |
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Cheapest Available Elburn Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elburn, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Sage Crest Apartments in the West Side Aurora neighborhood priced from $600. Leland Tower Apartments in the West Side Aurora neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elburn apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sage Crest Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR, 1BA | $600 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,090 |
| Fairhaven Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR, 1BA | $1,150 |
| Aurora Heights | 1 bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,225 |
| Haven St. Charles | A1.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1,229 |
| Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR, 1BA | $1,400 |
| Green Meadows Apartments | Classic | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| ReNew Aurora | Avon | 1BR, 1BA | $1,515 |
| Authentix South Elgin | Studio Horizon Overlook | Studio, 1BA | $1,527 |
| Fox Run Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elburn, IL and Nearby
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elburn area is the $1.94 price per square foot DTH La Belle Model at Heyday Aurora in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Elburn apartment is the C1 Model at Randall Highlands in the Batavia Historic District neighborhood starting at $2,794 with a $1.92 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elburn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heyday Aurora | DTH La Belle | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.94 |
| Randall Highlands | C1 | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.92 |
| Redwood Aurora | Breezewood | 2BR, 2BA | $1.94 |
| Pepper Valley Apartments | Riverbank - 2Bd/2Ba | 2BR, 2BA | $1.81 |
| 400 Parkside Dr, Unit X | 400 Parkside Dr | 1BR, 1BA | $2.05 |
| Haven St. Charles | A1.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1.65 |
| Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR, 1BA | $2.15 |
| Fairhaven Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR, 1BA | $1.84 |
| Sage Crest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Aurora Heights | 1 bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elburn Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elburn?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elburn is at Leland Tower Apartments listed at $1,090.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elburn Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elburn Apartment is $600 at Sage Crest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elburn Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elburn is starting from $600 at Sage Crest Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elburn Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elburn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sage Crest Apartments and starts from $600.
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