
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grant Park Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $750 (62 Rentals)
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Alfamerica LLC-398 E Chicago St

19-25 Walker Pl

342-350 S Belmont Ave

591 Hiawatha Dr
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1862 Mark Ave

1698 Alison Dr

1459 Meyer St

1539-1541 Meyer St

61 N Aldine Ave

700 Bode Rd

620 W Highland Ave

723-729 N Jefferson St

1254-1256 Robinwood Drive

313 Kathleen Dr
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70 S Chapel St

10 N Gifford St

1566 Mark Ave

327 McClure Ave

1680 Mark Ave

411 Hamilton Ave

255 N Spring St

733 Jefferson Ave

280 Douglas Ave

1489 Meyer St
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520 Walnut Ave

Part of PID: 9813701

33 Lynch St

6 S Union St

300-360 N Airlite St

120-122 N Spring St

350 E Chicago St

363 Prairie St

1874 Mark Ave

1529 Meyer St
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1520 Todd Farm Dr

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1289 Abbott Dr

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39 Surrey Dr

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Burnham Schoolhouse

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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 | $1,309 | $850 | $1,500 |
| Grant Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $1,175 | $1,600 |
| Grant Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,372 | $2,800 |
| Grant Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $2,200 | $3,100 |
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There are currently 62 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 3 Beds unit found at Fox River Townhomes priced from $1,027. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River Townhomes | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive | 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-... | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 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 September 06, 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 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-... Model at 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive starting at $1,450 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Grant Park 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 |
| 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive | 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Fox River Townhomes | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
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This website works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Elgin. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grant Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Grant Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Grant Park is under $2,200.
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 $1,550.
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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