
Homes for Rent in Elgin, IL (88 Rentals)


1534 Keystone Ct

3837 Currant Ln

265 Percy St, Unit 2N

116 College St, Unit Apt 2

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886 Arthur Dr, Unit SI ID1285093P

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908 Arthur Dr, Unit SI ID1285092P

438 Villa St, Unit 3

1225 Sebring Cir

420 Prospect Blvd, Unit 1 n
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352 N Commonwealth Ave

292 Villa St

318 North St

119 Tennyson Ct

418 St Charles St

1816 W Highland Ave

1143 Bayside Rd

1149 Bayside Rd

653 Jay St

1493 Keystone Ct
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82 Northshore Rd

1124 Lake Terrace Rd

1661 Pebble Beach Cir

118 Melbrooke Rd

1060 Stillwater Rd

1167 Candida Rd

221 Little Peninsula Rd

1070 Woodhill Ct

2444 Emily Ln

903 Logan Ave
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39W910 US-20

362 Chaparral Cir

918 Oak Ridge Blvd

371 Fulton St

2354 Nantucket Ln

3398 Cameron Dr

3837 Currant Ln

71 Park Row

1289 Bradley Cir

3759 St James Ct
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150 Dexter Ct

31 IL-58

1234 N Lyle Ave

765 Kentshire Cir

427 Lucile Ave

375 Woodridge Cir, Unit 375 Woodridge Circle F

1110 Manchester Ct

558 Gunnison Ct

410 Town Center Blvd

2489 Bella Dr
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Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,027 | $1,200 | $3,400 |
| Elgin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,740 | $2,000 | $3,300 |
| Elgin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $2,400 | $4,000 |
| Elgin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,065 | $3,295 | $6,500 |
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Elgin, ILPopulation: 111,683
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elgin
What type of rentals are currently available in Elgin?
There are currently 229 Apartments for Rent in Elgin, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $21,258. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elgin ranging from $1,200 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elgin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elgin ranges from $1,200 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,936.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elgin?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elgin range from $1,650 to $3,754, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,482.
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