
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Elgin Kane Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (37 Rentals)
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Squire Village Apartments

116 College St, Unit Apt 2

River's Landing Apartments

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24 Lynch St, Unit 6

438 Villa St, Unit 3

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443 Jefferson Ave, Unit #4 - 1 bed 1 bath

Wing Park Residence

265 Percy St, Unit 2N

420 Prospect Blvd, Unit 1 n

420 Prospect Blvd

1450 Plymouth Ln, Unit #214

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114 N Spring St

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Westwind Tower

269 Douglas Ave

278 Douglas Ave

119 Tennyson Ct
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418 St Charles St

333 Raymond St

1143 Bayside Rd

1149 Bayside Rd

82 Northshore Rd

WC Kimball

702 N Porter St

Alfamerica LLC-398 E Chicago St
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1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes
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 | $2,075 | $1,025 | $6,000 |
| Northeast Elgin Kane 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $826 | $2,445 |
| Northeast Elgin Kane 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,969 | $967 | $3,518 |
| Northeast Elgin Kane 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,657 | $1,334 | $3,754 |
| Northeast Elgin Kane 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 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 2 Beds unit found at Squire Village Apartments priced from $1,156. 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 Northeast Elgin Kane apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,200 |
| Villages At Canterfield | Holly | 2BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | B4- Upper | 2BR,2BA | $2,361 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Elgin Kane, IL
As of July 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 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | B4- Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Villages At Canterfield | Holly | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 443 Jefferson Ave, Unit #4 - 1 bed 1 bath | 443 Jefferson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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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 $2,708.
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 1 regular apartments in Northeast Elgin Kane that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northeast Elgin Kane?
Cheap apartments in Northeast Elgin Kane have an average cost of $170 which is $2,538 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeast Elgin Kane.
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