
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elgin, OH from $400 (20 Rentals)
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Mark Royal

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The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens)

Lake Forest Apartments

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Elgin, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin Studio Apartments | $829 | $590 | $961 |
| Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,068 | $225 | $1,500 |
| Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $650 | $2,500 |
| Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $519 | $2,125 |
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Cheapest Available Elgin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elgin, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD priced from $225. Villa Capri Apartments in the Continential Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elgin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $225 |
| Villa Capri Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens) | Standard 1 BED | 1 BATH - SM Flat | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| PINE GROVE APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $691 |
| Mark Royal | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin, OH and Nearby
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elgin area is the $0.85 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Morada at Maysville in the in the North Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Elgin apartment is the 3 Bed 3 Bath Model at The Annex of Lima starting at $519 with a $0.42 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morada at Maysville | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| The Annex of Lima | 3 Bed 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.42 |
| 43 Town Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Emerald Square Villas | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| OAK TERRACE APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom townhome | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Wellington Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Woodlynn Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Villa Capri Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| PINE GROVE APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.45 |
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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 Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments listed at $742.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment is $225 at Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD.
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 $739 at Villa Capri Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa Capri Apartments and starts from $946.
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