
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elgin, IL (131 Rentals) Page 2 of 3


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52 Surrey Dr

33 Lynch St

665-675 Chippewa Dr

70 S Chapel St

591 Hiawatha Dr

300-360 N Airlite St

655 Chippewa Dr

Part of PID: 9813701
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1136 Ash Dr

510 Autumn Ct

452-460 N Spring St

1529 Meyer St

25 N Gifford St

1874 Mark Ave

1578 Mark Ave

132 S State St

821 Bode Rd

443 Jefferson Ave
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370 Algona Ave

224 Jefferson Ave

The Greens of Elgin

96 S Crystal St

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1350 Getzelman Dr

1289 Abbott Dr

River West Commons

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269 Douglas Ave

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2183 Vernon Dr

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1596 Mark Ave

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Burnham Schoolhouse

505 Autumn Ct

Hanover Landing

1616 Mark Ave

Fox River Horizon I

1253 Getzelman Dr

831 Bode Rd

Burnham Manor - 62 & Over

1370 Getzelman Dr
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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 | $1,935 | $1,025 | $6,000 |
Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $826 | $3,176 |
| Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,178 | $967 | $4,100 |
| Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,740 | $2,150 | $3,657 |
| Elgin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,055 | $1,482 | $10,000+ |
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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 Royal Ridge Apartments listed at $1,350.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elgin is $1,816.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elgin is a 857 square feet unit starting from $1,908 at Springs At South 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 125 sq ft.
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