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300 N State StElgin, IL 60123
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River's Landing Apartments
3 Times SqElgin, IL 60120
370 Bent St
ElginIL60120
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Royal Ridge Apartments
237 Robert DrElgin, IL 60123
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1068 Todd Farm DrElgin, IL 60123
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926 Congdon AveElgin, IL 60120
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1860 W Highland Ave, Unit G-103, Unit G-103
1860 W Highland Ave
ElginIL60123
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821 Bode Rd, Unit 12
821 Bode RdElgin, IL 60120
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39 Surrey Dr
51 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
517 E Chicago St
ElginIL60120
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Regency Apartments
230 S State StElgin, IL 60123
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Fox River Townhomes
320 Watch CtElgin, IL 60120
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River West Commons
719 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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1350 Getzelman Dr
1350 Getzelman DrElgin, IL 60123
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Roseanne Apartments
401 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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114 N Spring St
114 N Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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1289 Abbott Dr
1289 Abbott DrElgin, IL 60123
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Elgin Artspace Lofts - For Artists Only
51 S Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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140 College St
ElginIL60120
292 Villa St
ElginIL60120
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Westwind Tower
104 S State StElgin, IL 60123
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269 Douglas Ave
269 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120
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278 Douglas Ave
278 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120
65 N Aldine St, Unit 2, Unit 2
65 N Aldine St
ElginIL60123
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Near West Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near West Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near West Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,137 | $1,025 | $1,250 |
| Near West Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $826 | $1,700 |
| Near West Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $967 | $2,800 |
| Near West Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $2,000 | $3,100 |
| Near West Elgin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,560 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Near West Elgin Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near West Elgin area of Chicago, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Fox River Townhomes priced from $988. 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 Near West Elgin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River Townhomes | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $988 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Elgin, IL
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near West Elgin 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 Near West Elgin apartment is the 3x1 Model at Fox River Townhomes starting at $988 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near West Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| Fox River Townhomes | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 520 Lawrence Ave, Unit Furnished Unit | 520 Lawrence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near West Elgin Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near West Elgin?
The cheapest apartment in Near West Elgin is River's Landing Apartments which is listed at $1,235, while the average apartment in Near West Elgin costs $17,719.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near West Elgin?
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 Near West Elgin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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