Cheap Homes for Rent in Near West Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $900 (8 Rentals)

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17 S Channing St

ElginIL60120

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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$1,320

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Elgin, IL

As of June 17, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Near West Elgin

What type of rentals are currently available in Near West Elgin?

There are currently 163 Apartments for Rent in Near West Elgin, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $3,500. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near West Elgin ranging from $900 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Near West Elgin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near West Elgin ranges from $900 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,833.

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