
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Edgewater Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (21 Rentals)
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39 Surrey Dr

1539-1541 Meyer St

61 N Aldine Ave

1698 Alison Dr

342-350 S Belmont Ave

1459 Meyer St
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Part of PID: 9813701

313 Kathleen Dr

1489 Meyer St

1529 Meyer St

6 S Union St

River West Commons

Burnham Manor - 62 & Over
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1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123

450 S Belmont Ave

Springs At South Elgin

Panton Mill Station

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613 Dean Dr, Unit #8, Unit #8

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Edgewater, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Edgewater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewater Studio Apartments | $1,705 | $1,250 | $1,790 |
| Edgewater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,855 | $1,350 | $2,195 |
| Edgewater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,500 | $2,861 |
| Edgewater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $2,396 | $3,195 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Edgewater Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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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 $1,250. Authentix South Elgin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,680. Here are the most affordable Edgewater apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Authentix South Elgin | Studio Retreat Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,680 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1,758 |
| Seasons at Elgin | A | Studio,1BA | $1,790 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Grand Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $1,953 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Edgewater, IL
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Edgewater area is the $1.55 price per square foot 613 Dean Dr Model at 613 Dean Dr, Unit #8 in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Edgewater apartment is the The Beech Model at Panton Mill Station starting at $1,758 with a $2.08 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 613 Dean Dr, Unit #8 | 613 Dean Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Courtyard Garage | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Authentix South Elgin | Studio Horizon Overlook | Studio ,1BA | $3.19 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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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 $1,350 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 $1,959 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 $2,396.
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