
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eagle Heights Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (24 Rentals)
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214 Dupage St

Royal Ridge Apartments

Hunter Ridge Apartments

1860 W Highland Ave, Unit G-103, Unit G-103

39 Surrey Dr

Wing Park Residence

1355 Abbott Dr
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520 Lawrence Ave

Regency Apartments

River West Commons

1350 Getzelman Dr

114 N Spring St

1289 Abbott Dr

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269 Douglas Ave

278 Douglas Ave

65 N Aldine St, Unit 2, Unit 2

530 Locust St

Elgin Tower Lofts

11 Crighton Ave

3 National St

1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes
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Eagle Heights, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eagle Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Heights Studio Apartments | $2,972 | $1,250 | $6,000 |
| Eagle Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $826 | $2,552 |
| Eagle Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,109 | $967 | $3,412 |
| Eagle Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $1,980 | $3,556 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Eagle Heights Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Eagle Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eagle Heights area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,250. 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 Eagle Heights apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A2- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,892 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eagle Heights, IL
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eagle Heights area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den Model at Fountain Square in the in the Southeast Elgin Cook neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Eagle Heights apartment is the A2- Lower Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes starting at $1,892 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Sandy Creek Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eagle Heights 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 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A2- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eagle Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eagle Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eagle Heights Apartment is $1,350 at Royal Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eagle Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eagle Heights is starting from $1,750 at Wing Park Residence.
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