
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Gifford Park Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $967 (26 Rentals)


Squire Village Apartments

203 Symphony Way

River's Landing Apartments

1300 Getzelman Dr

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1320 Getzelman Dr, Unit 3, Unit 3
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292 Villa St

65 N Aldine St, Unit 2, Unit 2

333 Raymond St

Elgin Tower Lofts

WC Kimball

Alfamerica LLC-398 E Chicago St
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1124 Lake Terrace Rd

82 Northshore Rd
Gifford Park, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gifford Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gifford Park Studio Apartments | $1,137 | $1,025 | $1,250 |
| Gifford Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $826 | $1,715 |
Gifford Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $967 | $2,800 |
| Gifford Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,609 | $2,200 | $3,100 |
| Gifford Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,055 | $1,482 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gifford Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gifford Park?
The cheapest apartment in Gifford Park is Squire Village Apartments which is listed at $1,156, while the average apartment in Gifford Park costs $17,724.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gifford Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Gifford Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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