
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (67 Rentals)


Fountain Square

River's Landing Apartments

603 Mill St

1137 Reserve Dr

Alfamerica LLC-398 E Chicago St

52 Surrey Dr

363 Prairie St

316-324 Belmont St

25 N Gifford St
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619 Walnut Ave

Part of PID: 9813701

364 E Chicago St

132 S State St

288-290 Villa St

312 Fulton St

33 Lynch St

The Courtyard @ 40

1635 Maple Ln

325 E Chicago St
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61 N Aldine Ave

313 Kathleen Dr

1698 Alison Dr

1670 Mulberry Ln

1643 Mulberry Ct

713 Adams St

21 Crighton Ave

29 Crighton Ave

1509 Meyer St

60 N Channing St
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538-540 Locust St

85 S Crystal St

256 Michigan St

Regency Apartments

River West Commons

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333 Raymond St

Elgin Tower Lofts

WC Kimball

1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
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Burnham Manor - 62 & Over

1212 Larkin Ave

Buena Vista Towers

Center City Apartments

Roseanne Apartments

39 Surrey Dr

Westwind Tower

Springs At South Elgin

Authentix South Elgin
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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 | $1,590 | $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 67 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 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwest Elgin area of Chicago, IL is found at Fountain Square and is listed at 1,690 square feet priced from $2,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/2.5 Bath/ Den | 1,690 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 2 BR Designer Overlook | 1,152 Sq Ft | $2,126 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 2 BR 2 Bath Retreat Overlook | 1,025 Sq Ft | $2,078 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft | 775 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Cheapest Available Southwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Southwest Elgin of Chicago, IL is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft Model starting from $1,450 at River's Landing Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Southwest Elgin is currently $2,309. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| River's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft | $1,450 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 2 BR 2 Bath Horizon Overlook | $2,008 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 2 BR Designer Overlook | $2,126 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | $2,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwest Elgin with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Southwest Elgin is at River's Landing Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Elgin is $2,309.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Elgin is a 1,690 square feet unit starting from $2,800 at Fountain Square.
What is the average size for Southwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Southwest Elgin is currently 1,081 sq ft.
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