
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Century Oaks West Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (11 Rentals)
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1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes
Century Oaks West, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Century Oaks West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Oaks West Studio Apartments | $2,500 | $1,095 | $6,000 |
| Century Oaks West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $826 | $2,516 |
| Century Oaks West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $967 | $3,086 |
| Century Oaks West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,516 | $1,980 | $3,556 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Century Oaks West Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Century Oaks West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Century Oaks West area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wing Park Residence priced from $1,500. 39 Surrey Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Century Oaks West apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 39 Surrey Dr | 1559 Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A1- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,797 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Villages at Canterfield | CA | 2BR,2BA | $2,035 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Century Oaks West, IL
As of February 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Century Oaks West area is the $1.98 price per square foot D2A Model at The Villages at Canterfield in the in the Willow Lakes Estates neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Century Oaks West apartment is the 1559 Maple Model at 39 Surrey Dr starting at $1,500 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the West Ridge Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Century Oaks West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villages at Canterfield | D2A | 3BR,3BA | $1.98 |
| 39 Surrey Dr | 1559 Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A1- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Century Oaks West Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Century Oaks West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Century Oaks West Apartment is $1,500 at Wing Park Residence.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Century Oaks West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Century Oaks West is starting from $1,500 at 39 Surrey Dr.
What is the most affordable Century Oaks West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Century Oaks West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages at Canterfield and starts from $2,225.
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