
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Beacon Pointe Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (32 Rentals)
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Blackhawk Apartment Homes

River's Landing Apartments

Squire Village Apartments

Alfamerica LLC-398 E Chicago St

Crestwood of Elgin

19-25 Walker Pl

591 Hiawatha Dr
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Old Oaks Estates

723-729 N Jefferson St

700 Bode Rd

10 N Gifford St

70 S Chapel St

733 Jefferson Ave

859 Jefferson Ave

350 E Chicago St
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2000 Ivy Ridge Dr

919 Jefferson Ave

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Torrey Pines Apartments

Burnham Schoolhouse

314 E Chicago St

1121 Birch Dr

831 Bode Rd
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311 Barrington Ave Lofts

Victorian Apartments

709 Strom Dr

Westbrook Senior Living

Village Green Condominiums

438 S 3rd St

Gardiner Place Apartments

811 Main St Apartments
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Beacon Pointe, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Beacon Pointe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Pointe Studio Apartments | $1,025 | $1,025 | $1,025 |
| Beacon Pointe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $950 | $1,760 |
| Beacon Pointe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,156 | $1,970 |
| Beacon Pointe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,835 | $2,305 | $3,100 |
| Beacon Pointe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,051 | $1,482 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Beacon Pointe Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Beacon Pointe Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Beacon Pointe area of Chicago, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Squire Village Apartments priced from $1,156. River's Landing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,235. Here are the most affordable Beacon Pointe apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squire Village Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,156 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beacon Pointe, IL
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Beacon Pointe area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4BR/1.5BA Model at Squire Village Apartments in the in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,482. The second greatest value Beacon Pointe apartment is the 1 Bed Room Model at 311 Barrington Ave Lofts starting at $1,550 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Beacon Pointe apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squire Village Apartments | 4BR/1.5BA | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBeacon Pointe, Elgin, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Beacon Pointe Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Beacon Pointe?
The cheapest apartment in Beacon Pointe is River's Landing Apartments which is listed at $1,235, while the average apartment in Beacon Pointe costs $17,724.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Beacon Pointe?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Beacon Pointe that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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