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Fountain Square
50 S Grove AveElgin, IL 60120
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Green Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (22 Rentals)
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Fox River Crossing
300 N State StElgin, IL 60123
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Royal Ridge Apartments
237 Robert DrElgin, IL 60123
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Highland Springs
500 Redtail RdgElgin, IL 60123
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39 Surrey Dr
51 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
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342-350 S Belmont Ave
342-350 S Belmont AveElgin, IL 60123
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1539-1541 Meyer St
1539-1541 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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620 W Highland Ave
620 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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61 N Aldine Ave
61 N Aldine AveElgin, IL 60123
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1698 Alison Dr
1698 Alison DrElgin, IL 60123
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1459 Meyer St
1459 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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Part of PID: 9813701
34 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
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1489 Meyer St
1489 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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520 Walnut Ave
520 Walnut AveElgin, IL 60123
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313 Kathleen Dr
313 Kathleen DrElgin, IL 60123
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1529 Meyer St
1529 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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6 S Union St
6 S Union StElgin, IL 60123
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300-360 N Airlite St
300-360 N Airlite StElgin, IL 60123
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Springs At South Elgin
350 Gyorr AveSouth Elgin, IL 60177
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Panton Mill Station
355 N La Fox StSouth Elgin, IL 60177
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River Crossing
15-85 N Woodbury StSouth Elgin, IL 60177
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401 Ann St
401 Ann StSouth Elgin, IL 60177
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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 | $1,691 | $1,250 | $1,814 |
| College Green 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $826 | $2,195 |
| College Green 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,281 | $967 | $2,836 |
| College Green 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $2,150 | $3,195 |
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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 Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,250. Panton Mill Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,796. Here are the most affordable College Green apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1,796 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Grand Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $1,883 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 2-2 BR Retreat Overlook | 2BR,2BA | $2,031 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Green, IL
As of May 18, 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 2-2 BR Retreat Overlook Model at Authentix South Elgin starting at $2,031 with a $1.98 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 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 2-2 BR Retreat Overlook | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Courtyard Garage | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Green Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Green Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Green Apartment is $1,350 at Royal Ridge Apartments.
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 $2,031 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 Fountain Square and starts from $3,100.
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