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Fountain Square
50 S Grove AveElgin, IL 60120
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Elgin Cook Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (26 Rentals)
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River's Landing
3 Times SqElgin, IL 60120
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Squire Village Apartments
1146 Yew CtElgin, IL 60120
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Alfamerica LLC-398 E Chicago St
398 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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Crestwood of Elgin
45 Poplar Creek DrElgin, IL 60120
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19-25 Walker Pl
19-25 Walker PlElgin, IL 60120
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
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700 Bode Rd
700 Bode RdElgin, IL 60120
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Old Oaks Estates
850 Villa StElgin, IL 60120
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10 N Gifford St
10 N Gifford StElgin, IL 60120
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280 Douglas Ave
280 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120
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255 N Spring St
255 N Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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70 S Chapel St
70 S Chapel StElgin, IL 60120
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6 Bedroom Apartments
120-122 N Spring St
120-122 N Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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350 E Chicago St
350 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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Roseanne Apartments
401 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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Elgin Artspace Lofts - For Artists Only
51 S Spring StElgin, IL 60120
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Burnham Schoolhouse
260 Center StElgin, IL 60120
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Torrey Pines Apartments
11-25 S Porter StElgin, IL 60120
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Elgin Tower Lofts
100 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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314 E Chicago St
314 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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Center City Apartments
156 Division StElgin, IL 60120
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Westwind Tower
104 S State StElgin, IL 60123
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Buena Vista Towers
222 Locust StElgin, IL 60123
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831 Bode Rd
831 Bode RdElgin, IL 60120
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1121 Birch Dr
1121 Birch DrElgin, IL 60120
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Victory Centre of Bartlett
1101 W Bartlett RdBartlett, IL 60103
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Southeast Elgin Cook, Elgin, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Elgin Cook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Elgin Cook Studio Apartments | $1,025 | $1,025 | $1,025 |
| Southeast Elgin Cook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $950 | $1,350 |
| Southeast Elgin Cook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $1,156 | $2,800 |
| Southeast Elgin Cook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $3,100 | $3,100 |
| Southeast Elgin Cook 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,583 | $1,482 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Southeast Elgin Cook Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Elgin Cook area of Chicago, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Squire Village Apartments priced from $1,156. River's Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,235. Here are the most affordable Southeast Elgin Cook apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Squire Village Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,156 |
| River's Landing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Elgin Cook, IL
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Elgin Cook 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 Southeast Elgin Cook 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 Southeast Elgin Cook apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Squire Village Apartments | 4BR/1.5BA | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| River's Landing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Elgin Cook?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Elgin Cook is River's Landing which is listed at $1,235, while the average apartment in Southeast Elgin Cook costs $17,574.
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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 2 regular apartments in Southeast Elgin Cook that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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