
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (51 Rentals)


Royal Ridge Apartments

River's Landing Apartments

314 E Chicago St

214 Dupage St

Part of PID: 9813701

364 E Chicago St

132 S State St

350 E Chicago St

52 Surrey Dr
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96 S Crystal St

520 Walnut Ave

70 S Chapel St

538-540 Locust St

256 Michigan St

10-12 S Geneva St

307-311 Dupage St

25 N Gifford St

1529 Meyer St

6 S Union St
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313 Kathleen Dr

1670 Mulberry Ln

33 Lynch St

The Courtyard @ 40

61 N Aldine Ave

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River West Commons

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The Everett

1212 Larkin Ave

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314 E Chicago St

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2183 Vernon Dr

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Authentix South Elgin

Panton Mill Station

393 Ann St

River Crossing

401 Ann St

369 Ann St

361 Ann St

385 Ann St

Marison Mill Suites
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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 | $1,672 | $1,025 | $1,790 |
Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,200 | $2,195 |
| Southwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,283 | $1,450 | $2,800 |
| Southwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,731 | $2,000 | $3,195 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 51 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 998 square feet . 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 | 1G | 998 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Grand Overlook | 909 Sq Ft | $1,977 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 845 Sq Ft | $1,758 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 1 BR Retreat Courtyard | 712 Sq Ft | $1,805 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 675 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
Cheapest Available Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southwest Elgin of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft Model starting from $1,235 at River's Landing Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southwest Elgin is currently $1,849. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | $1,235 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,350 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 1 BR Retreat Overlook | $1,710 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Linden | $1,747 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Grand Courtyard | $1,887 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1B | $1,945 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwest Elgin with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Southwest Elgin is at River's Landing Apartments listed at $1,235.
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 $1,849.
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 998 square feet unit 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 0 sq ft.
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