
Apartments for Rent in the Century Oaks Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (141 Rentals)


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Fox River Crossing

Highland Springs

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1450 Wing St, Unit 6B

1850 W Highland Ave, Unit 101

314 E Chicago St, Unit 9

119 Tennyson Ct
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1007 Forest Dr

1637 Sheffield Dr

1143 Bayside Rd

1124 Lake Terrace Rd

1149 Bayside Rd

1116 Candlewood Rd

118 Melbrooke Rd

1167 Candida Rd

1812 W Highland Ave

82 Northshore Rd
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257 Franklin Blvd

39 Leonard St

71 Park Row

371 Fulton St

140 College St, Unit 4

67 N Aldine St, Unit 5

1335 Abbott Dr, Unit 3

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50 Canterfield Pkwy W, Unit 933

50 Canterfield Pkwy W, Unit 1801

278 Douglas Ave

Alfamerica LLC-398 E Chicago St

Tyler Towers

1219 Fairwood Ct

1035-1051 Todd Farm Dr

1520 Todd Farm Dr

1254-1256 Robinwood Drive
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1397 Abbott Dr

1274 Getzelman Dr

1415 Abbott Dr

1145 Royal Blvd

1390 Getzelman Dr

1400-10 Getzelman Dr

1566 Mark Ave

1578 Mark Ave

1560 Mark Ave

1660 Mark Ave
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Century Oaks, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Century Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Oaks Studio Apartments | $2,858 | $850 | $6,000 |
| Century Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,175 | $2,524 |
| Century Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,372 | $3,417 |
| Century Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,652 | $2,150 | $3,100 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Century Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,758 | $1,250 | $2,200 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,260 | $2,000 | $2,750 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,395 | $3,395 | $3,395 |
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There are currently 141 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Century Oaks Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Pet Friendly Rating
Are there dogs or cats in your life? this area is one of the best neighborhoods for renting with pets, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Century Oaks
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Century Oaks area of Elgin, IL?
As of today, September 06, 2026, there are currently 141 available Century Oaks apartments priced from $850 to $6,000, with an average monthly rent of $2,321.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Century Oaks cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Century Oaks range from $1,372 to $3,417. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,199.
How expensive are Century Oaks Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 19 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Century Oaks on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,150 to $3,100 - averaging $2,652 for the location.
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