
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Elgin Kane Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (26 Rentals)
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314 E Chicago St

River's Landing Apartments

Squire Village Apartments

214 Dupage St

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River West Commons

1350 Getzelman Dr

114 N Spring St

1289 Abbott Dr

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140 College St

292 Villa St

Westwind Tower

269 Douglas Ave

278 Douglas Ave

65 N Aldine St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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Northeast Elgin Kane, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northeast Elgin Kane?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Elgin Kane Studio Apartments | $2,485 | $1,025 | $6,000 |
| Northeast Elgin Kane 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $826 | $2,552 |
| Northeast Elgin Kane 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,939 | $967 | $3,412 |
| Northeast Elgin Kane 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $1,980 | $3,556 |
| Northeast Elgin Kane 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,544 | $1,482 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northeast Elgin Kane Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Northeast Elgin Kane Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeast Elgin Kane area of Chicago, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Fox River Townhomes priced from $988. Squire Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,156. Here are the most affordable Northeast Elgin Kane apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River Townhomes | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $988 |
| Squire Village Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,156 |
| 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 | $1,470 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A2- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,892 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,200 |
| The Villages at Canterfield | C1AR2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Elgin Kane, IL
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Elgin Kane area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4BR/1.5BA Model at Squire Village Apartments in the in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,482. The second greatest value Northeast Elgin Kane apartment is the 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den Model at Fountain Square starting at $2,600 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the College Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeast Elgin Kane apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squire Village Apartments | 4BR/1.5BA | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| The Villages at Canterfield | C1AR2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.46 |
| Fox River Townhomes | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A2- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 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 | $2.05 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Elgin. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeast Elgin Kane Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northeast Elgin Kane?
The cheapest apartment in Northeast Elgin Kane is River's Landing Apartments which is listed at $1,235, while the average apartment in Northeast Elgin Kane costs $17,737.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northeast Elgin Kane?
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 Northeast Elgin Kane that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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