
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Gifford Park Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (19 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Gifford Park area of Elgin that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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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 | $1,100 | $1,025 | $1,225 |
| Gifford Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $826 | $1,900 |
| Gifford Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $967 | $2,800 |
| Gifford Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,327 | $1,500 | $3,200 |
| Gifford Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,132 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Gifford Park Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Most Pet Friendly Gifford Park Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Gifford Park area of Chicago, IL that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Fox River Crossing with prices starting from $826 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.2 of 4. Princeton West Townhomes scores the second highest with a 3.2 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,900. Here are the most Pet Friendly Gifford Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River Crossing | 3.2/4 | Grant School Park | $826 |
| Princeton West Townhomes | 3.2/4 | Northeast Elgin Cook | $2,900 |
| Hunter Ridge Apartments | 3.2/4 | Century Oaks | $1,310 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Gifford Park
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Gifford Park of Gifford Park is the Studio Model at Royal Ridge Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,125. The second cheapest Gifford Park Pet Friendly apartment is the One Bedroom - 723 sqft 1 Bed unit at Blackhawk Apartment Homes starting at $1,415. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Gifford Park apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | $1,125 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | $1,415 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | $1,500 |
| WC Kimball | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $1,895 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | $1,900 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGifford Park, Elgin, IL
Ranked #8
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Gifford Park, Elgin, IL
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Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Elgin, this neighborhood has established a name for itself as one of our favorite communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great education opportunities for the kids to attend.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like the great outdoors? this neighborhood is a highly-rated neighborhood for its many parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Are there dogs or cats in your life? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Getting Around the Gifford Park Neighborhood in Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Gifford Park Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Gifford Park Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Gifford Park is $1,692.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Gifford Park Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Gifford Park is a 2,600 square feet unit starting from $2,900 at Princeton West Townhomes.
What is the average size for Gifford Park Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Gifford Park is currently at 926 sq ft.
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