
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Century Oaks Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (18 Rentals)
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Hunter Ridge Apartments

1300 Getzelman Dr

1135 Royal Blvd

1450 Getzelman Dr
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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 | $3,879 | $1,469 | $6,000 |
| Century Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $826 | $2,291 |
| Century Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,078 | $967 | $2,856 |
| Century Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,548 | $1,980 | $3,556 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 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 $1,773. 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 | A2- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,773 |
| WC Kimball | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Villages at Canterfield | C3 | 2BR,2BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Century Oaks, IL
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Century Oaks area is the $0.92 price per square foot 520 Lawrence Ave Model at 520 Lawrence Ave, Unit Furnished Unit in the in the College Green neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Century Oaks apartment is the D2A Model at The Villages at Canterfield starting at $2,750 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Willow Lakes Estates 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 520 Lawrence Ave, Unit Furnished Unit | 520 Lawrence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| The Villages at Canterfield | D2A | 3BR,3BA | $1.98 |
| WC Kimball | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 1320 Getzelman Dr, Unit 3 | 1320 Getzelman Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A2- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentury Oaks, Elgin, IL
Ranked #9
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Century Oaks Neighborhood in Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 The Villages at Canterfield and starts from $2,300.
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