
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Century Oaks Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (15 Rentals)
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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 | $2,969 | $1,295 | $6,000 |
| Century Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $826 | $2,516 |
| Century Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,052 | $967 | $3,086 |
| Century Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,477 | $1,850 | $3,556 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Century Oaks Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Century Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Century Oaks area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wing Park Residence priced from $1,500. 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,782. Here are the most affordable Century Oaks apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A1- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,782 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Villages at Canterfield | CA | 2BR,2BA | $2,035 |
| Highland Springs | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,2BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Century Oaks, IL
As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Century Oaks 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 apartment is the Two Bedroom Large Model at Highland Springs starting at $2,050 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the West Ridge Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Century Oaks 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 |
| Highland Springs | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 443 Jefferson Ave, Unit #3 - 1 bed 1 bath | 443 Jefferson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 520 Lawrence Ave, Unit Furnished Unit | 520 Lawrence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A1- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 1320 Getzelman Dr, Unit 3 | 1320 Getzelman Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Century Oaks Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Century Oaks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Century Oaks Apartment is $1,500 at Wing Park Residence.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Century Oaks Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Century Oaks is starting from $1,700 at Wing Park Residence.
What is the most affordable Century Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Century Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes and starts from $2,200.
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