
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (11 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Southwest Elgin area of Elgin with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Fountain Square

1058 Delta Dr

371 Fulton St

1598 St Andrews Cir
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71 Park Row

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Springs At South Elgin

302 Kingsport Dr

675 Fieldcrest Dr
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69 Melrose Ct
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 | $1,599 | $1,025 | $1,794 |
| Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,883 | $1,235 | $2,195 |
| Southwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,393 | $1,450 | $2,814 |
| Southwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,436 | $3,195 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Illinois including Southwest Elgin, Elgin, and the greater Chicago area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Elgin
How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Elgin?
There are currently 44 Studio Apartments in Southwest Elgin with rent ranges from $1,025 to $1,794 with an average price of $1,599.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwest Elgin Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Elgin ranges from $1,235 to $2,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,883.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Elgin cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwest Elgin range from $1,450 to $2,814. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,393.
How expensive are Southwest Elgin Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 22 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Elgin on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,436 to $3,195 - averaging $2,750 for the location.
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