Studio Apartments for Rent in Elgin, IL (58 Rentals)

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40 Dupage Ct

851 Bode Rd

96 S Crystal St

306 Percy St

608 E Chicago St

1560 Mark Ave

364 E Chicago St
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327 McClure Ave

1396 Wing St

1631 Mulberry Ct

10-12 S Geneva St

269-275 Du Page St

350 E Chicago St

1459 Meyer St

1415 Abbott Dr

342-350 S Belmont Ave

2000 Ivy Ridge Dr
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1397 Abbott Dr

132 S State St

33 Lynch St

The Haven

363 Prairie St

154-158 Kimball St

409-415 Division St

1685 Mulberry Ln

19-25 Walker Pl

61 N Aldine Ave
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335 Watch St

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427-429 Fulton St

1730-1790 Mark Ave

620 W Highland Ave

1469 Meyer St

308 Kathleen Dr

1647 Mulberry Ct

Regency Apartments

River West Commons
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2183 Vernon Dr

Center City Apartments

450 S Belmont Ave

The Everett

1212 Larkin Ave

Central Park Towers

861 Bode Rd

1940 Mark Ave

314 E Chicago St
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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 | $1,766 | $1,025 | $6,000 |
| Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $826 | $2,496 |
| Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,119 | $967 | $3,420 |
| Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,553 | $1,500 | $3,556 |
| Elgin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,184 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
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Elgin Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: January 22, 2026There are currently 2 available Studio apartment units in Elgin, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $1,025 to $6,000. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Elgin with the most available Studio apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant School Park | 2 | $1,229 | $1,025 |
Largest Available Elgin Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Elgin, IL is found at Seasons at Elgin in the Valley View neighborhood and is 716 square feet priced from $1,790. Reserve Randall Road in the Willoughby Farms neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 716 square feet and currently listed start at $1,714. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Elgin:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasons at Elgin | A | 716 Sq Ft | $1,790 |
| Reserve Randall Road | Aberdeen | 716 Sq Ft | $1,714 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
Cheapest Available Elgin Studio Apartments
As of January 22, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Elgin, IL is the Studio Model starting from $1,125 at Royal Ridge Apartments in the Edgewater neighborhood. The second most affordable Elgin Studio is the Aberdeen Model at Reserve Randall Road starting at $1,714 in the Willoughby Farms neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Elgin is currently $1,766. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Elgin:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | $1,125 |
| Reserve Randall Road | Aberdeen | $1,714 |
| Seasons at Elgin | A | $1,790 |
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Elgin Overview
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.
Best Local Schools in Elgin, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Elgin Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Elgin with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Elgin is at Royal Ridge Apartments listed at $1,125.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Elgin Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Elgin is $1,766.
What is the largest available Studio Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elgin is a 716 square feet unit starting from $1,790 at Seasons at Elgin.
What is the average size for Elgin Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Elgin is currently 610 sq ft.
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