Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (15 Rentals)

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Regency Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Apartments

230 S State StElgin, IL 60123
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River West Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River West Commons

719 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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1350 Getzelman Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1350 Getzelman Dr

1350 Getzelman DrElgin, IL 60123
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1289 Abbott Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1289 Abbott Dr

1289 Abbott DrElgin, IL 60123
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Roseanne Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Roseanne Apartments

401 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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Near West Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Near West Elgin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near West Elgin area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,125. 39 Surrey Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Near West Elgin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
39 Surrey Dr39 SurreyStudio,1BA$1,175
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 598 sqft1BR,1BA$1,325
The Villages at CanterfieldA1BR,1BA$1,655
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Elgin, IL

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Elgin area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2 bed/2 bath Model at 1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 in the in the West Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Near West Elgin apartment is the 1Bed/1Bath Model at Fountain Square starting at $1,900 with a $2.32 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 601232 bed/2 bath2BR,2BA$1.75
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.32
Panton Mill StationThe Linden1BR,1BA$2.53
The Villages at CanterfieldA1BR,1BA$2.17
666 Page Ave, Unit 666 Page Avenue666 Page Ave2BR,1BA$1.93
39 Surrey Dr39 SurreyStudio ,1BA$1.88
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 598 sqft1BR,1BA$2.21
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Near West Elgin, Elgin, IL

Ranked #17

Among neighborhoods in Elgin, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Elgin. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Near West Elgin Neighborhood in Elgin, IL

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near West Elgin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Near West Elgin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Near West Elgin is at Royal Ridge Apartments listed at $1,125.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Elgin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Elgin Apartment is $1,320 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Near West Elgin Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Near West Elgin is starting from $1,565 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Near West Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Near West Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages at Canterfield and starts from $2,750.

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