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300 N State StElgin, IL 60123
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (16 Rentals)
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24 Lynch St, Unit 9, Unit 9
24 Lynch StElgin, IL 60123
517 E Chicago St
ElginIL60120
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Fox River Townhomes
320 Watch CtElgin, IL 60120
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River West Commons
719 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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1350 Getzelman Dr
1350 Getzelman DrElgin, IL 60123
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1289 Abbott Dr
1289 Abbott DrElgin, IL 60123
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Roseanne Apartments
401 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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114 N Spring St
114 N Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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Elgin Artspace Lofts - For Artists Only
51 S Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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67 N Aldine St
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305 Oregon Ave, Unit Fierke, Unit Fierke
305 Oregon AveWest Dundee, IL 60118
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Spring Hill Senior Residences
939 W Main StWest Dundee, IL 60118
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Northwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Elgin Studio Apartments | $2,922 | $1,100 | $6,000 |
| Northwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $826 | $2,552 |
| Northwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,247 | $967 | $3,412 |
| Northwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $2,000 | $3,556 |
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Cheapest Available Northwest Elgin Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Elgin area of Chicago, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Fox River Townhomes priced from $988. Westwind Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,355. Here are the most affordable Northwest Elgin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River Townhomes | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $988 |
| Westwind Tower | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A1- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,831 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Elgin, IL
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Elgin 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 Northwest Elgin apartment is the 3x1 Model at Fox River Townhomes starting at $988 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Elgin 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 |
| Fox River Townhomes | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 520 Lawrence Ave, Unit Furnished Unit | 520 Lawrence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A1- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Watermark at The Grove | 1.1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 24 Lynch St, Unit 9 | 24 Lynch St | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
| 305 Oregon Ave, Unit Fierke | 305 Oregon Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Westwind Tower | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Elgin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartment is $1,355 at Westwind Tower.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Elgin is starting from $1,750 at Wing Park Residence.
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