
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Edgewater Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (6 Rentals)
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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 |
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Edgewater Studio Apartments | $1,556 | $1,025 | $1,750 |
Edgewater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $826 | $2,565 |
Edgewater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,402 | $967 | $3,321 |
Edgewater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,946 | $2,150 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 6 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 $1,125. 39 Surrey Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Edgewater apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Edgewater, IL
As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Edgewater area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2 bed/2 bath Model at 1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 in the in the West Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Edgewater apartment is the 1Bed/1Bath Model at Fountain Square starting at $1,900 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe 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. |
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1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 | 2 bed/2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEdgewater, Elgin, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Edgewater 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 $2,100 at 1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123.
What is the most affordable Edgewater Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Edgewater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fountain Square and starts from $3,100.
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