Cheap Homes for Rent in Southeast Elgin Kane Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $1,700 (7 Rentals)

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Southeast Elgin Kane, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Elgin Kane Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Elgin Kane area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 278 Douglas Ave priced from $1,390. Panton Mill Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Southeast Elgin Kane apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
278 Douglas AveApt 11BR,1BA$1,390
Panton Mill StationThe Beech1BR,1BA$1,695
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Elgin Kane, IL

As of August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Elgin Kane area is the $2.18 price per square foot 438 Villa St Model at 438 Villa St, Unit 1 in the in the West Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Southeast Elgin Kane apartment is the 443 Jefferson Ave Model at 443 Jefferson Ave, Unit #1 - 2 bed 1.5 bath starting at $1,875 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the West Ridge Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Elgin Kane apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
438 Villa St, Unit 1438 Villa St4BR,2BA$2.18
443 Jefferson Ave, Unit #1 - 2 bed 1.5 bath443 Jefferson Ave2BR,1.5BA$1.88
Panton Mill StationThe Beech1BR,1BA$2.01
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.32
278 Douglas AveApt 11BR,1BA$1.85

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Southeast Elgin Kane, Elgin, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Elgin Kane

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Elgin Kane?

There are currently 115 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Elgin Kane, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $3,500. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Elgin Kane ranging from $1,750 to $3,030.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast Elgin Kane?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Elgin Kane ranges from $1,750 to $3,030 with an average monthly rent of $2,299.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southeast Elgin Kane?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast Elgin Kane range from $1,700 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $3,030. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.

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