
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Elgin Cook Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (37 Rentals)
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19-25 Walker Pl

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70 S Chapel St

733 Jefferson Ave

520 Walnut Ave

33 Lynch St

255 N Spring St
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314 E Chicago St

Westwind Tower

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831 Bode Rd

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Northeast Elgin Cook, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northeast Elgin Cook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Elgin Cook Studio Apartments | $3,866 | $1,444 | $6,000 |
| Northeast Elgin Cook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $962 | $2,344 |
| Northeast Elgin Cook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $1,156 | $3,417 |
| Northeast Elgin Cook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,620 | $1,334 | $3,653 |
| Northeast Elgin Cook 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,501 | $1,482 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northeast Elgin Cook Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Northeast Elgin Cook Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeast Elgin Cook area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Blackhawk Apartment Homes priced from $1,350. Fountain Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Northeast Elgin Cook apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,200 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | B4- Upper | 2BR,2BA | $2,280 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Elgin Cook, IL
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Elgin Cook 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 Northeast Elgin Cook apartment is the B4- Upper Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes starting at $2,260 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Sandy Creek Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeast Elgin Cook 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 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | B4- Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeast Elgin Cook Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northeast Elgin Cook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northeast Elgin Cook Apartment is $1,350 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northeast Elgin Cook Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northeast Elgin Cook is starting from $1,600 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.
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