Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Edgewater Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (20 Rentals)

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1698 Alison Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1698 Alison Dr

1698 Alison DrElgin, IL 60123
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61 N Aldine Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

61 N Aldine Ave

61 N Aldine AveElgin, IL 60123
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1459 Meyer St
Studio Apartments

1459 Meyer St

1459 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123

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1489 Meyer St
6 Bedroom Apartments

1489 Meyer St

1489 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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313 Kathleen Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

313 Kathleen Dr

313 Kathleen DrElgin, IL 60123
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Part of PID: 9813701
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Part of PID: 9813701

34 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
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1529 Meyer St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1529 Meyer St

1529 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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6 S Union St
1 Bedroom Apartments

6 S Union St

6 S Union StElgin, IL 60123
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River West Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River West Commons

719 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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39 Surrey Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

39 Surrey Dr

51 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
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Burnham Manor - 62 & Over
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnham Manor - 62 & Over

1350 Fleetwood DrElgin, IL 60123
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Fox Ridge Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fox Ridge Apartments

643 Dean DrSouth Elgin, IL 60177
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Edgewater, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Edgewater Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Edgewater area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,125. Springs At South Elgin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,609. Here are the most affordable Edgewater apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Springs At South ElginStudio Grand OverlookStudio,1BA$1,609
Panton Mill StationThe Beech1BR,1BA$1,725
Seasons at Elgin1B1BR,1BA$1,945
Authentix South Elgin2-2 BR Retreat Overlook2BR,2BA$1,969

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Edgewater, IL

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Edgewater area is the $1.92 price per square foot 2-2 BR Retreat Overlook Model at Authentix South Elgin in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $1,969. The second greatest value Edgewater apartment is the The Beech Model at Panton Mill Station starting at $1,725 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Valley View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Edgewater apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Authentix South Elgin2-2 BR Retreat Overlook2BR,2BA$1.92
Panton Mill StationThe Beech1BR,1BA$2.04
Springs At South Elgin1 BR Designer Courtyard Garage1BR,1BA$2.65
Seasons at Elgin1B1BR,1BA$2.59
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Edgewater, Elgin, IL

Ranked #8

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Edgewater Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Edgewater Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Edgewater Apartment is $1,305 at Royal Ridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Edgewater Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Edgewater is starting from $1,969 at Authentix South Elgin.

What is the most affordable Edgewater Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Edgewater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Authentix South Elgin and starts from $2,143.

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