
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Green Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (21 Rentals)
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Royal Ridge Apartments

Highland Springs

342-350 S Belmont Ave

620 W Highland Ave

1539-1541 Meyer St
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61 N Aldine Ave

1698 Alison Dr

1459 Meyer St

520 Walnut Ave

Part of PID: 9813701

1489 Meyer St

313 Kathleen Dr
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6 S Union St

1529 Meyer St

300-360 N Airlite St

Springs At South Elgin

Panton Mill Station

River Crossing

401 Ann St
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College Green, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Green?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Green Studio Apartments | $1,523 | $850 | $2,003 |
| College Green 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $1,175 | $2,964 |
| College Green 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,268 | $1,372 | $3,751 |
| College Green 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,865 | $2,150 | $4,416 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the College Green Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available College Green Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Green area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Authentix South Elgin priced from $1,464. Royal Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable College Green apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authentix South Elgin | Studio Horizon Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,464 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Grand Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $1,762 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Green, IL
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Green 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 College Green apartment is the 2 BR Designer Courtyard Garage Model at Springs At South Elgin starting at $2,472 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Valley View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Green 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 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 2 BR Designer Courtyard Garage | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Authentix South Elgin | Studio Horizon Courtyard | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.73 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Green Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in College Green?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in College Green is at Authentix South Elgin listed at $1,464.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Green Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Green Apartment is $1,595 at Authentix South Elgin.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Green Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Green is starting from $2,008 at Authentix South Elgin.
What is the most affordable College Green Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap College Green Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springs At South Elgin and starts from $2,768.
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