
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (50 Rentals)


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Royal Ridge Apartments

1529 Meyer St

6 S Union St

1539-1541 Meyer St

313 Kathleen Dr

1670 Mulberry Ln

538-540 Locust St
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256 Michigan St

33 Lynch St

The Courtyard @ 40

61 N Aldine Ave

520 Walnut Ave

10-12 S Geneva St

70 S Chapel St

307-311 Dupage St

25 N Gifford St

Part of PID: 9813701
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364 E Chicago St

132 S State St

350 E Chicago St

52 Surrey Dr

96 S Crystal St

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River West Commons

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1212 Larkin Ave

314 E Chicago St

Buena Vista Towers

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2183 Vernon Dr

Burnham Manor - 62 & Over

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Springs At South Elgin
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Panton Mill Station

393 Ann St

River Crossing

369 Ann St

401 Ann St

361 Ann St

385 Ann St

Marison Mill Suites

Waters Edge of South Elgin
Southwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,607 | $1,025 | $1,790 |
Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,235 | $2,195 |
| Southwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $1,400 | $2,800 |
| Southwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,535 | $2,143 | $3,195 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Largest Available Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwest Elgin area of Chicago, IL is found at Seasons at Elgin and is listed at 886 square feet priced from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasons at Elgin | 1E | 886 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 857 Sq Ft | $1,930 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 845 Sq Ft | $1,722 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 729 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 1 BR Retreat Courtyard | 712 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $1,305 |
Cheapest Available Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southwest Elgin of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,305 at Royal Ridge Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southwest Elgin is currently $1,822. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,305 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 1 BR Retreat Overlook | $1,610 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | $1,722 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | $1,900 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | $1,930 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1B | $1,945 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Elgin is $1,822.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Elgin is a 886 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Seasons at Elgin.
What is the average size for Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Southwest Elgin is currently 745 sq ft.
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