1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elgin, IA (27 Rentals)

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Elgin, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Elgin and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elgin, IA is found at The Grand Crossing in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood and is 820 square feet priced from $1,300. Prairie Bluff Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 762 square feet and currently listed start at $1,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elgin:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Grand CrossingFurnished Loft @ Grand Crossing820 Sq Ft$1,300
Prairie Bluff Apartments1B/1B762 Sq Ft$1,000
Palace ApartmentsPalace Apartments - One Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,270
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath690 Sq Ft$900
Edgemont Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment With Poolside Balcony At ...675 Sq Ft$845
Park Avenue LoftsMezzanine Loft - AVAILABLE NOW!649 Sq Ft$1,300
Meadow Ridge Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA610 Sq Ft$675
Brentwood Estates - Furnished & UnfurnishedBrentwood Unfurnished603 Sq Ft$845
Art Bloc1A534 Sq Ft$1,250
Russell LamsonOne Bedroom478 Sq Ft$800

Cheapest Available Elgin and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 22, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elgin, IA is the 202 Model starting from $550 at 131 S Vine St . The second most affordable Elgin 1 Bedroom is the 1 BR/ 1 BA Model at Meadow Ridge Apartments starting at $675 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elgin is currently $1,070. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elgin:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
131 S Vine St202$550
Meadow Ridge Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA$675
Park @ Nine23A1$799
Rolling Meadows Apartments- 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment in Excellent Loca...$800
Russell LamsonOne Bedroom$800
Edgemont Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment At Top Rated Edgemont Par...$845
Brentwood Estates - Furnished & UnfurnishedUNFURNISHED Brentwood$845
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath$900
Prairie Bluff Apartments1B/1B$1,000
Park Avenue LoftsStudio - AVAILABLE NOW!$1,150

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Elgin with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Elgin is at 131 S Vine St listed at $550.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elgin is $1,070.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elgin is a 820 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at The Grand Crossing.

What is the average size for Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elgin is currently 622 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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