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Fountain Square
50 S Grove AveElgin, IL 60120
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (41 Rentals)
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Royal Ridge Apartments
237 Robert DrElgin, IL 60123
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3 Times SqElgin, IL 60120
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Springs At South Elgin
350 Gyorr AveSouth Elgin, IL 60177
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Panton Mill Station
355 N La Fox StSouth Elgin, IL 60177
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Southwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,601 | $1,025 | $1,790 |
| Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,185 | $2,195 |
| Southwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,169 | $1,400 | $2,800 |
| Southwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,534 | $2,143 | $3,195 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Elgin Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Elgin area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,125. Springs At South Elgin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,579. Here are the most affordable Southwest Elgin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Springs At South Elgin | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,579 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1,716 |
| WC Kimball | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 2-2 BR Retreat Overlook | 2BR,2BA | $1,989 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Elgin, IL
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Elgin area is the $1.58 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at WC Kimball in the in the College Green neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Southwest Elgin apartment is the 2-2 BR Retreat Overlook Model at Authentix South Elgin starting at $1,989 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Valley View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| WC Kimball | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 2-2 BR Retreat Overlook | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Seasons at Elgin | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Courtyard Garage | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Illinois and customized analysis for West Chicago, IL. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Elgin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartment is $1,716 at Panton Mill Station.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Elgin is starting from $1,895 at WC Kimball.
What is the most affordable Southwest Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Authentix South Elgin and starts from $2,143.
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