Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (48 Rentals)

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The Courtyard @ 40
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Courtyard @ 40

40 Du Page CtElgin, IL 60120
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59 S Grove Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

59 S Grove Ave

59 S Grove AveElgin, IL 60120
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10-12 S Geneva St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

10-12 S Geneva St

10-12 S Geneva StElgin, IL 60120
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Elgin Tower Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elgin Tower Lofts

100 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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312 Fulton St
2 Bedroom Apartments

312 Fulton St

312 Fulton StElgin, IL 60120
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314 E Chicago St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

314 E Chicago St

314 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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70 S Chapel St
1 Bedroom Apartments

70 S Chapel St

70 S Chapel StElgin, IL 60120

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325 E Chicago St
2 Bedroom Apartments

325 E Chicago St

325 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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114 N Spring St
2 Bedroom Apartments

114 N Spring St

114 N Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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Center City Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Center City Apartments

156 Division StElgin, IL 60120
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350 E Chicago St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

350 E Chicago St

350 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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364 E Chicago St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

364 E Chicago St

364 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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363 Prairie St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

363 Prairie St

363 Prairie StElgin, IL 60120
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85 S Crystal St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

85 S Crystal St

85 S Crystal StElgin, IL 60123
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The Everett
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Everett

379 Du Page StElgin, IL 60120

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Westwind Tower
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westwind Tower

104 S State StElgin, IL 60123
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132 S State St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

132 S State St

132 S State StElgin, IL 60123
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96 S Crystal St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

96 S Crystal St

96 S Crystal StElgin, IL 60123
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10 N Gifford St
4 Bedroom Apartments

10 N Gifford St

10 N Gifford StElgin, IL 60120
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140 College St
1 Bedroom Apartments

140 College St

140 College StElgin, IL 60120
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Roseanne Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Roseanne Apartments

401 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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25 N Gifford St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

25 N Gifford St

25 N Gifford StElgin, IL 60120

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256 Michigan St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

256 Michigan St

256 Michigan StElgin, IL 60120
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255 N Spring St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

255 N Spring St

255 N Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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160 Kimball St
2 Bedroom Apartments

160 Kimball St

160 Kimball StElgin, IL 60120
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Regency Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Apartments

230 S State StElgin, IL 60123
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60 N Channing St
2 Bedroom Apartments

60 N Channing St

60 N Channing StElgin, IL 60120

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288-290 Villa St
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

288-290 Villa St

288-290 Villa StElgin, IL 60120
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333 Raymond St
2 Bedroom Apartments

333 Raymond St

326-334 Raymond StElgin, IL 60120

Downtown Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Elgin, Elgin, IL

Ranked #1

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Elgin Neighborhood in Elgin, IL

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.