
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Century Oaks Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $850 (49 Rentals)
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19-25 Walker Pl

620 W Highland Ave

1862 Mark Ave
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61 N Aldine Ave

1254-1256 Robinwood Drive

1680 Mark Ave

280 Douglas Ave

255 N Spring St

411 Hamilton Ave

10 N Gifford St

327 McClure Ave

70 S Chapel St
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1566 Mark Ave

33 Lynch St

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363 Prairie St

350 E Chicago St

6 S Union St

300-360 N Airlite St

120-122 N Spring St

1874 Mark Ave
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1289 Abbott Dr

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39 Surrey Dr

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Buena Vista Towers

1596 Mark Ave

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389 Crystal St

1370 Getzelman Dr

1616 Mark Ave

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1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes

709 Strom Dr
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753 Strom Dr

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729 Strom Dr
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 |
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There are currently 49 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 2 Beds unit found at 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive priced from $1,450. Villages At Canterfield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,458. Here are the most affordable Century Oaks apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive | 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-... | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Villages At Canterfield | Holly-60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,458 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Century Oaks, IL
As of September 07, 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 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-... Model at 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive starting at $1,450 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Grant Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive | 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Villages At Canterfield | Laurel | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Century Oaks Apartments
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 $1,450 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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