
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grant Park Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (30 Rentals)
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314 E Chicago St

320 Percy St, Unit 3

River's Landing Apartments

39 Surrey Dr

370 Bent St

Royal Ridge Apartments
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363 Prairie St, Unit 4

Hunter Ridge Apartments

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1320 Getzelman Dr, Unit 3

1300 Getzelman Dr

Wing Park Residence

420 Prospect Blvd

Regency Apartments
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517 E Chicago St

River West Commons

1350 Getzelman Dr

114 N Spring St

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1289 Abbott Dr
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278 Douglas Ave

65 N Aldine St, Unit 2

119 Tennyson Ct

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333 Raymond St

418 St Charles St
Grant Park, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grant Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Park Studio Apartments | $1,125 | $1,025 | $1,250 |
| Grant Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $826 | $1,600 |
| Grant Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,835 | $967 | $2,800 |
| Grant Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $2,200 | $3,100 |
| Grant Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,599 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Grant Park Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Grant Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Grant Park area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 39 Surrey Dr priced from $1,100. River's Landing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,235. Here are the most affordable Grant Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey Drive | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grant Park, IL
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Grant Park area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den Model at Fountain Square in the in the College Green neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Grant Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft Model at River's Landing Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grant Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 1320 Getzelman Dr, Unit 3 | 1320 Getzelman Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey Drive | Studio ,1BA | $1.69 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grant Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Grant Park?
The cheapest apartment in Grant Park is River's Landing Apartments which is listed at $1,235, while the average apartment in Grant Park costs $17,599.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Grant 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 Grant Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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