
Cheap Homes for Rent in Elgin, IA from $600 (9 Rentals)
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Elgin, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Elgin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elgin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $834 | $600 | $995 |
Elgin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,034 | $825 | $1,500 |
Elgin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Elgin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elgin, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 131 S Vine St priced from $550. Russell Lamson in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elgin apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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131 S Vine St | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
Russell Lamson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
The Meadows Apartments | Quads 2Bd | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin, IA and Nearby
As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elgin area is the $1.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom (A2) Model at Arrow Ridge in the starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Elgin apartment is the 3 BR/ 1 BA Model at 1224-1282 W Mullan Ave starting at $775 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Arrow Ridge | Two Bedroom (A2) | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
1224-1282 W Mullan Ave | 3 BR/ 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.70 |
Hawkeye Towers | 4BR/2BA | 4BR,2BA | $0.35 |
West Brook 3 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Kinsale Condominiums | Two Bedroom w/ Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Lawler School Lofts | 2BR/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Wild Grove Apartments - 702 NICC | 2 Bed Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
1150 Home Park Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
The Meadows Apartments | Meadows 2Bd | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
131 S Vine St | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Elgin?
There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Elgin, IA with pricing that ranges from $380 to $2,500. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elgin ranging from $600 to $1,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elgin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elgin ranges from $600 to $1,500 with an average monthly rent of $971.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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