
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Valley Creek Southwest Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (38 Rentals)
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Highland Springs

Royal Ridge Apartments

620 W Highland Ave

1459 Meyer St

61 N Aldine Ave

1539-1541 Meyer St
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1862 Mark Ave

342-350 S Belmont Ave

1698 Alison Dr

1254-1256 Robinwood Drive

33 Lynch St

1489 Meyer St

313 Kathleen Dr

1566 Mark Ave

327 McClure Ave
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1680 Mark Ave

520 Walnut Ave

411 Hamilton Ave

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6 S Union St

300-360 N Airlite St

1874 Mark Ave

1529 Meyer St

1520 Todd Farm Dr
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River West Commons

1289 Abbott Dr

39 Surrey Dr

Burnham Manor - 62 & Over

1596 Mark Ave

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1370 Getzelman Dr

389 Crystal St

1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
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1616 Mark Ave

450 S Belmont Ave
Valley Creek Southwest, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Valley Creek Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Creek Southwest Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Valley Creek Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $1,175 | $1,695 |
| Valley Creek Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $1,372 | $2,050 |
| Valley Creek Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,282 | $2,150 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Valley Creek Southwest Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Valley Creek Southwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Valley Creek Southwest area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,350. 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Valley Creek Southwest apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive | 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-... | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Valley Creek Southwest, IL
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Valley Creek Southwest area is the $1.36 price per square foot 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-... Model at 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive in the in the Grant Park neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Valley Creek Southwest apartment is the wp-1bs Model at Wing Park Residence starting at $1,550 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the West Ridge Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Valley Creek Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive | 1254-1256 Robinwood Drive - 1254-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Valley Creek Southwest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley Creek Southwest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley Creek Southwest Apartment is $1,350 at Royal Ridge Apartments.
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