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
Senior Living
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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 39 Surrey Dr priced from $1,100. Royal Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Edgewater apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
39 Surrey Dr39 Surrey DriveStudio,1BA$1,100
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Authentix South ElginStudio Horizon OverlookStudio,1BA$1,652
Panton Mill StationThe Beech1BR,1BA$1,803
Springs At South Elgin1 BR Designer Overlook1BR,1BA$1,811

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Edgewater, IL

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Edgewater area is the $2.13 price per square foot The Beech Model at Panton Mill Station in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $1,803. The second greatest value Edgewater apartment is the 1 BR Grand Courtyard Model at Springs At South Elgin starting at $1,824 with a $2.24 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.
Panton Mill StationThe Beech1BR,1BA$2.13
Springs At South Elgin1 BR Grand Courtyard1BR,1BA$2.24
Seasons at Elgin1B1BR,1BA$2.59
39 Surrey Dr39 Surrey DriveStudio ,1BA$1.69
Authentix South ElginStudio Horizon CourtyardStudio ,1BA$3.09
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Edgewater Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Edgewater?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Edgewater is at 39 Surrey Dr listed at $1,100.

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 $2,031 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 $2,842.

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