Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Park Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (12 Rentals)

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Regency Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Apartments

230 S State StElgin, IL 60123
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River West Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River West Commons

719 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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Roseanne Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Roseanne Apartments

401 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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Westwind Tower
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westwind Tower

104 S State StElgin, IL 60123
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Sunset Park, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunset Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Park area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,125. 39 Surrey Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Sunset Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
39 Surrey Dr39 SurreyStudio,1BA$1,175
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 723 sqft1BR,1BA$1,405
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$1,900
Panton Mill StationThe Linden1BR,1BA$1,911

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Park, IL

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Park area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2 bed/2 bath Model at 1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 in the in the West Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Sunset Park apartment is the 1Bed/1Bath Model at Fountain Square starting at $1,900 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 601232 bed/2 bath2BR,2BA$1.75
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.32
Panton Mill StationThe Linden1BR,1BA$2.51
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 700 sqft1BR,1BA$1.98
39 Surrey Dr39 SurreyStudio ,1BA$1.88
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.25

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Sunset Park, Elgin, IL

Ranked #5

Among neighborhoods in Elgin, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Illinois, including Elgin. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Sunset Park Neighborhood in Elgin, IL

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Park Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Park Apartment is $1,405 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunset Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Park is starting from $1,575 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Sunset Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sunset Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fountain Square and starts from $3,100.

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