
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Willow Lakes Estates Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (25 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Willow Lakes Estates area of Elgin that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Wing Park Residence

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150 Dexter Ct

River West Commons

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50 Canterfield Pkwy W, Unit 1801

50 Canterfield Pkwy W, Unit 933
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Willow Lakes Estates, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Willow Lakes Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Lakes Estates Studio Apartments | $3,884 | $1,496 | $6,000 |
| Willow Lakes Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,620 | $826 | $2,653 |
| Willow Lakes Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $967 | $3,148 |
| Willow Lakes Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,766 | $2,200 | $3,657 |
| Willow Lakes Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Willow Lakes Estates Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Willow Lakes Estates
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Willow Lakes Estates of Willow Lakes Estates is the One Bedroom - 723 sqft Model at Blackhawk Apartment Homes, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $1,510. The second cheapest Willow Lakes Estates Pet Friendly apartment is the wp-1bs 1 Bed unit at Wing Park Residence starting at $1,550. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Willow Lakes Estates apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | $1,510 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | $1,550 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | $2,200 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | B4- Upper | $2,327 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWillow Lakes Estates, Elgin, IL
Ranked #3
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly community may be just the ticket if you have a son or daughter (or both!) when you rent. Amongst all of the submarkets in Elgin, this neighborhood is one of the finest submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and access to the most respected education.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and green spaces? Willow Lakes Estates has come to be providing top-rated access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of Elgin has emerged as one of the best-regarded submarkets for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Willow Lakes Estates Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Willow Lakes Estates Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Willow Lakes Estates is $1,990.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Willow Lakes Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Willow Lakes Estates is a 2,600 square feet unit starting from $3,100 at Princeton West Townhomes.
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