Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (10 Rentals)

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River West Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River West Commons

719 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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1350 Getzelman Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1350 Getzelman Dr

1350 Getzelman DrElgin, IL 60123
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1289 Abbott Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1289 Abbott Dr

1289 Abbott DrElgin, IL 60123
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114 N Spring St
2 Bedroom Apartments

114 N Spring St

114 N Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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Roseanne Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Roseanne Apartments

401 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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Northwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Elgin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Elgin area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 311 Barrington Ave Lofts priced from $1,550. 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,838. Here are the most affordable Northwest Elgin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
311 Barrington Ave Lofts1 Bed Room1BR,1BA$1,550
1900 at Canterfield Apartment HomesA3- Upper1BR,1BA$1,838
WC Kimball2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Elgin, IL

As of November 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Elgin area is the $1.98 price per square foot D2A Model at The Villages at Canterfield in the in the Willow Lakes Estates neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Northwest Elgin apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at WC Kimball starting at $1,895 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the College Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Villages at CanterfieldD2A3BR,3BA$1.98
WC Kimball2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.58
482 Stella St, Unit 1482 Stella St3BR,1BA$1.60
311 Barrington Ave Lofts1 Bed Room1BR,1BA$1.75
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.32
1900 at Canterfield Apartment HomesA2- Lower1BR,1BA$2.36
Watermark at The Grove1.1C1BR,1BA$2.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northwest Elgin, Elgin, IL

Ranked #13

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Northwest Elgin, Elgin, and the greater Chicago area. 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 easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood in Elgin, IL

Walk Score®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,550 at 311 Barrington Ave Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Elgin is starting from $1,895 at WC Kimball.

What is the most affordable Northwest Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northwest Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages at Canterfield and starts from $2,300.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.