
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Park McIntosh Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $850 (28 Rentals)
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Royal Ridge Apartments

Highland Springs

1459 Meyer St

342-350 S Belmont Ave

1698 Alison Dr

1539-1541 Meyer St
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620 W Highland Ave

61 N Aldine Ave

1489 Meyer St

313 Kathleen Dr

327 McClure Ave

411 Hamilton Ave

Part of PID: 9813701
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6 S Union St

300-360 N Airlite St

1529 Meyer St

River West Commons

1289 Abbott Dr

39 Surrey Dr

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389 Crystal St

1370 Getzelman Dr

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 | $1,433 | $1,400 | $1,500 |
| College Park McIntosh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $1,550 | $1,881 |
| College Park McIntosh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,973 | $1,750 | $2,120 |
| 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 Studio unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,400. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 1BR,1BA | $1,793 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Park McIntosh, IL
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Park McIntosh area is the $2.34 price per square foot The Linden Model at Panton Mill Station in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $1,793. 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 | $2.34 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Park McIntosh Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in College Park McIntosh?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in College Park McIntosh is at Royal Ridge Apartments listed at $1,400.
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 $1,550 at Wing Park Residence.
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