
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parkwood Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (39 Rentals)
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Parkwood, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Parkwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Studio Apartments | $1,025 | $1,025 | $1,025 |
| Parkwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $826 | $1,900 |
| Parkwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $967 | $2,800 |
| Parkwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,500 | $3,200 |
| Parkwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,815 | $2,000 | $6,948 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Parkwood Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Parkwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Parkwood area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at River's Landing Apartments priced from $1,185. Blackhawk Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,370. Here are the most affordable Parkwood apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| WC Kimball | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Princeton West Townhomes | Middle Unit | 3BR,4BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parkwood, IL
As of December 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Parkwood area is the $1.31 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at Princeton West Townhomes in the in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Parkwood 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 Parkwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton West Townhomes | Four Bedroom | 4BR,5BA | $1.31 |
| WC Kimball | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 482 Stella St, Unit 1 | 482 Stella St | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 870 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Parkwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Parkwood?
The cheapest apartment in Parkwood is River's Landing Apartments which is listed at $1,185, while the average apartment in Parkwood costs $17,431.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Parkwood?
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 Parkwood 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 Parkwood?
Cheap apartments in Parkwood have an average cost of $568 which is $16,863 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Parkwood.
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