
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (49 Rentals)


River's Landing Apartments

67 N Aldine St, Unit 5

Part of PID: 9813701

364 E Chicago St

132 S State St

350 E Chicago St

52 Surrey Dr

96 S Crystal St
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520 Walnut Ave

61 N Aldine Ave

10-12 S Geneva St

70 S Chapel St

307-311 Dupage St

25 N Gifford St

33 Lynch St

The Courtyard @ 40

538-540 Locust St
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256 Michigan St

1539-1541 Meyer St

313 Kathleen Dr

1670 Mulberry Ln

1529 Meyer St

6 S Union St

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River West Commons

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The Everett

1212 Larkin Ave

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Buena Vista Towers

39 Surrey Dr

Springs At South Elgin

Authentix South Elgin

Panton Mill Station

393 Ann St

361 Ann St

385 Ann St

401 Ann St
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369 Ann St

River Crossing

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 | $1,590 | $850 | $2,003 |
Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $1,235 | $3,121 |
| Southwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,309 | $1,450 | $3,929 |
| Southwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,752 | $2,289 | $4,464 |
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There are currently 49 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 950 square feet priced from $2,075. 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 | 1F | 950 Sq Ft | $2,075 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 857 Sq Ft | $1,787 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 765 Sq Ft | $1,793 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 1 BR 1 Bath Retreat Courtyard | 712 Sq Ft | $1,678 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 675 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
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 $1,981. 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 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 1 BR 1 Bath Horizon Overlook | $1,598 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Grand Courtyard | $1,762 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Linden | $1,793 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1A | $1,895 |
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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 $1,981.
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 950 square feet unit starting from $2,075 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 400 sq ft.
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