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67 N Aldine St, Unit 5
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17 S Channing St
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278 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120
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515 Autumn CtElgin, IL 60123
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1145 Royal BlvdElgin, IL 60123
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743 Jefferson AveElgin, IL 60120
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256 Michigan StElgin, IL 60120
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280 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120
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Elgin, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,740 | $850 | $6,000 |
Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,901 | $962 | $3,620 |
| Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $1,156 | $4,080 |
| Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $1,334 | $4,550 |
| Elgin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,501 | $1,482 | $3,400 |
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Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: August 23, 2026There are currently 6 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Elgin, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $1,175 to $2,858. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Elgin with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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| Grant School Park | 6 | $1,660 | $1,175 |
Largest Available Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elgin, IL is found at Seasons at Elgin in the Valley View neighborhood and is 950 square feet priced from $2,095. Reserve Randall Road in the Willoughby Farms neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 903 square feet and currently listed start at $1,990. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elgin:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Seasons at Elgin | 1F | 950 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| Reserve Randall Road | Pinehurst | 903 Sq Ft | $1,990 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 845 Sq Ft | $1,717 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Grand Courtyard | 816 Sq Ft | $1,762 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bl | 750 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Watermark at The Grove | 1.1 | 724 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | 723 Sq Ft | $1,630 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 1 BR 1 Bath Retreat Courtyard | 712 Sq Ft | $1,678 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 675 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
| 120-122 N Spring St | 1BR/1.0BA | 660 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Cheapest Available Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elgin, IL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft Model starting from $1,235 at River's Landing Apartments in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. The second most affordable Elgin 1 Bedroom is the wp-1bs Model at Wing Park Residence starting at $1,550 in the West Ridge Village neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elgin is currently $1,901. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elgin:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | $1,235 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | $1,550 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 1 BR 1 Bath Horizon Overlook | $1,602 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | $1,630 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | $1,718 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Grand Courtyard | $1,762 |
| Watermark at The Grove | 1.1F | $1,865 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1B | $1,955 |
| Reserve Randall Road | Oakmont | $1,979 |
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A charming city located to the northern end of Illinois, Elgin is an ideal destination well worthy of consideration. Less than forty miles from the epicenter of Chicago, Elgin is an ever-growing locale offering small town ideals melded flawlessly with big city opportunity.
Why live in Elgin, IL?
True to its motto 'The City in the Suburbs', Elgin rentals offer a winning mixture of convenience and that oh-so-important rural comfort. Ideal for families and working class singles alike, this growing Illinois city is big on education, blue collar ideals and heart. With an exciting downtown scene filled with restaurants, museums and plenty of shopping, Elgin might just be the city you've been searching for.
Elgin, ILPopulation: 111,683
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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 River's Landing Apartments listed at $1,235.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elgin is $1,901.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elgin is a 950 square feet unit starting from $2,095 at Seasons at Elgin.
What is the average size for Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elgin is currently 500 sq ft.
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