
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (16 Rentals)
Apartments in the Northwest Elgin area of Elgin with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Fountain Square
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1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
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The Villages at Canterfield

1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes
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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 |
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Northwest Elgin Studio Apartments | $3,587 | $1,175 | $6,000 |
Northwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $826 | $2,396 |
Northwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,155 | $967 | $3,275 |
Northwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,507 | $1,855 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Elgin
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Northwest Elgin ranges from $826 to $2,396 with an average monthly rent of $1,747.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Elgin cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Northwest Elgin range from $967 to $3,275. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,155.
How expensive are Northwest Elgin Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 18 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Northwest Elgin on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,855 to $3,500 - averaging $2,507 for the location.
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 fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.