
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elgin, NE from $500 (48 Rentals)
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Saracen Courts

The Residences at Liberty Campus

Prospect Ridge Apartments

Old Walnut

Erin Apartments

Westbrook Estates I

The Links

Fountain Glen
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PLUM VILLA
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Autumn Park Apartments

East Park on Stuhr

The Warwick

Talon Apartments

Gurney Flats

Fairways at Lincoln

Residences at Oak Pointe
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HiPark - FrontNine

Cedar Ridge

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Legacy 34

theVUE

Cherry Park

Legacy Bend

Prairie Park Apartments
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LongLeaf Apartments

North Creek Apartments

Leisure Apartments

208 E 5th St

509 S Railroad Ave

1003 Peninah St

180 Poppe Dr

Ridgewood Apartments

535 W Saunders Ave
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1122 W Charles St

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903 Kingwood St
Elgin, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,004 | $605 | $1,226 |
| Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $690 | $2,070 |
| Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $750 | $2,450 |
| Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $1,000 | $2,495 |
| Elgin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Elgin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elgin, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Saracen Courts priced from $690. The Residences at Liberty Campus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elgin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saracen Courts | Unit 404 | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| The Residences at Liberty Campus | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Prospect Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Old Walnut | Studio | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Erin Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Westbrook Estates I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The Links | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Fountain Glen | Cass | Studio,1BA | $877 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Meadow Wood | A1 - Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin, NE and Nearby
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elgin area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Residences at Oak Pointe in the starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Elgin apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 414 W Phillip Ave starting at $1,450 with a $1.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences at Oak Pointe | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 414 W Phillip Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Cottonwood Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| LongLeaf Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Prairie Park Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Cedar Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Residences at Liberty Campus | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| PLUM VILLA | Unit B | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Meadow Wood | A1 - Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elgin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elgin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elgin is at Prospect Ridge Apartments listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment is $690 at Saracen Courts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elgin is starting from $750 at Erin Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Erin Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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