Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Century Oaks Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (51 Rentals)

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19-25 Walker Pl
Studio Apartments

19-25 Walker Pl

19-25 Walker PlElgin, IL 60120
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1862 Mark Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1862 Mark Ave

1862 Mark AveElgin, IL 60123

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61 N Aldine Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

61 N Aldine Ave

61 N Aldine AveElgin, IL 60123
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1680 Mark Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1680 Mark Ave

1680 Mark AveElgin, IL 60123
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280 Douglas Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

280 Douglas Ave

280 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120
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255 N Spring St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

255 N Spring St

255 N Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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327 McClure Ave
Studio Apartments

327 McClure Ave

327 McClure AveElgin, IL 60123
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70 S Chapel St
1 Bedroom Apartments

70 S Chapel St

70 S Chapel StElgin, IL 60120
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1566 Mark Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1566 Mark Ave

1566 Mark AveElgin, IL 60123
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10 N Gifford St
4 Bedroom Apartments

10 N Gifford St

10 N Gifford StElgin, IL 60120
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411 Hamilton Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

411 Hamilton Ave

411 Hamilton AveElgin, IL 60123

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33 Lynch St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

33 Lynch St

33 Lynch StElgin, IL 60123
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Part of PID: 9813701
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Part of PID: 9813701

34 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
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350 E Chicago St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

350 E Chicago St

350 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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363 Prairie St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

363 Prairie St

363 Prairie StElgin, IL 60120
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6 S Union St
1 Bedroom Apartments

6 S Union St

6 S Union StElgin, IL 60123
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1874 Mark Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1874 Mark Ave

1874 Mark AveElgin, IL 60123
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River West Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River West Commons

719 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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Roseanne Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Roseanne Apartments

401 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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1289 Abbott Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1289 Abbott Dr

1289 Abbott DrElgin, IL 60123
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39 Surrey Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

39 Surrey Dr

51 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
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Elgin Tower Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elgin Tower Lofts

100 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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WC Kimball
2 Bedroom Apartments

WC Kimball

52 N Crystal AveElgin, IL 60123
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314 E Chicago St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

314 E Chicago St

314 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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1596 Mark Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1596 Mark Ave

1596 Mark AveElgin, IL 60123

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Center City Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Center City Apartments

156 Division StElgin, IL 60120
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389 Crystal St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

389 Crystal St

389 N Crystal StElgin, IL 60123
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1370 Getzelman Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1370 Getzelman Dr

1370 Getzelman DrElgin, IL 60123
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1616 Mark Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1616 Mark Ave

1616 Mark AveElgin, IL 60123
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546 Eichler Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

546 Eichler Dr

546 Eichler DrWest Dundee, IL 60118
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709 Strom Dr
Studio Apartments

709 Strom Dr

709 Strom DrWest Dundee, IL 60118
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753 Strom Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

753 Strom Dr

753 Strom DrWest Dundee, IL 60118

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Century Oaks, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Century Oaks Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Century Oaks area of Chicago, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive priced from $1,500. Wing Park Residence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Century Oaks apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1254-1256 Robinwood Drive1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-...2BR,1BA$1,500
Wing Park Residencewp-1bs1BR,1BA$1,550
Fountain Square2 Bed/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2,200
Villages At CanterfieldHolly2BR,1BA$2,275
1900 at Canterfield Apartment HomesB4- Upper2BR,2BA$2,361

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Century Oaks, IL

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Century Oaks area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den Model at Fountain Square in the in the College Green neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Century Oaks apartment is the B4- Upper Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes starting at $2,361 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Sandy Creek Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Century Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fountain Square2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den2BR,2.5BA$2.00
1900 at Canterfield Apartment HomesB4- Upper2BR,2BA$1.99
1254-1256 Robinwood Drive1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-...2BR,1BA$1.36
Villages At CanterfieldHolly2BR,1BA$2.23
443 Jefferson Ave, Unit #4 - 1 bed 1 bath443 Jefferson Ave1BR,1BA$1.55
Wing Park Residencewp-1bs1BR,1BA$2.14

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Illinois, including Elgin. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 $1,550 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 $1,500 at 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive.

What is the most affordable Century Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Century Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villages At Canterfield and starts from $2,500.

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