Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (115 Rentals)

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property at 65 N Aldine St

65 N Aldine St

ElginIL60123

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313 Kathleen Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

313 Kathleen Dr

313 Kathleen DrElgin, IL 60123
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1459 Meyer St
Studio Apartments

1459 Meyer St

1459 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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1489 Meyer St
6 Bedroom Apartments

1489 Meyer St

1489 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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1469 Meyer St
Studio Apartments

1469 Meyer St

1469 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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1509 Meyer St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1509 Meyer St

1509 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123
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1643 Mulberry Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

1643 Mulberry Ct

1643 Mulberry CtElgin, IL 60123
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308 Kathleen Dr
Studio Apartments

308 Kathleen Dr

308 Kathleen DrElgin, IL 60123
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1529 Meyer St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1529 Meyer St

1529 Meyer StElgin, IL 60123

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500 Wilcox Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

500 Wilcox Ave

500 Wilcox AveElgin, IL 60123
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729 Morgan St
3 Bedroom Apartments

729 Morgan St

729 Morgan StElgin, IL 60123
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1670 Mulberry Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1670 Mulberry Ln

1670 Mulberry LnElgin, IL 60123
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713 Adams St
2 Bedroom Apartments

713 Adams St

713 Adams StElgin, IL 60123
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1698 Alison Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1698 Alison Dr

1698 Alison DrElgin, IL 60123

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Southwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Elgin, Elgin, IL

Ranked #8

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for West Chicago. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise furry friends. This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 2.5 out of 4.

Getting Around the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood in Elgin, IL

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Elgin

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Elgin ranges from $1,185 to $2,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,795.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Elgin cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwest Elgin range from $1,400 to $2,800. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,169.

How expensive are Southwest Elgin Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 24 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Elgin on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,143 to $3,195 - averaging $2,534 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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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!