
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Park McIntosh Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (28 Rentals)
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Royal Ridge Apartments

342-350 S Belmont Ave

1698 Alison Dr

1539-1541 Meyer St

620 W Highland Ave
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61 N Aldine Ave

1459 Meyer St

313 Kathleen Dr

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1489 Meyer St

411 Hamilton Ave

327 McClure Ave
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1529 Meyer St

300-360 N Airlite St

6 S Union St

River West Commons

1289 Abbott Dr

39 Surrey Dr

Burnham Manor - 62 & Over
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1370 Getzelman Dr

389 Crystal St

1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123

450 S Belmont Ave

Panton Mill Station

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College Park McIntosh, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Park McIntosh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Park McIntosh Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| College Park McIntosh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $1,350 | $1,911 |
| College Park McIntosh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,750 | $2,163 |
| College Park McIntosh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the College Park McIntosh Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available College Park McIntosh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Park McIntosh area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,350. 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 College Park McIntosh apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Park McIntosh, IL
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Park McIntosh area is the $2.36 price per square foot The Linden Model at Panton Mill Station in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $1,806. The second greatest value College Park McIntosh apartment is the wp-1bs Model at Wing Park Residence starting at $1,550 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the West Ridge Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Park McIntosh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Park McIntosh Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Park McIntosh Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Park McIntosh Apartment is $1,350 at Royal Ridge Apartments.
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