Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elgin, OH from $400 (23 Rentals)

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Pike Run Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pike Run Village

257 Elida RdDelphos, OH 45833
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Jefferson Place Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Place Villas

720 Countryside DrOssian, IN 46777
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Elgin, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elgin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elgin, OH is a Studio unit found at Emerald Square Apartments & Villas in the Southeast Fort Wayne neighborhood priced from $549. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Emerald Square Apartments & VillasStudio Hickory MillStudio,1BA$549
Villa Capri ApartmentsPrato1BR,1BA$620
1 Edgebrook Dr1 Bed/2nd Story1BR,1BA$650
The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens)Premium 1 BED | 1 BATH1BR,1BA$680
Spring Street Senior Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$699

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin, OH and Nearby

As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elgin area is the $0.98 price per square foot Manor Model at Port O'Call Apartments in the in the Outer Central Southside neighborhood starting from $1,255. The second greatest value Elgin apartment is the 3 Bed 3 Bath Model at The Annex of Lima starting at $699 with a $0.56 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Port O'Call ApartmentsManor3BR,2.5BA$0.98
The Annex of Lima3 Bed 3 Bath3BR,3BA$0.56
43 Town Square2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
Fairview CourtTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.95
OAK TERRACE APARTMENTS2 bedroom 1.5 bath townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Wellington Place2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1.5BA$0.89
SYCAMORE CREEK APARTMENTS2-bed-1-bath-8752BR,1BA$0.99
Normandy Ridge2-bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Villa Capri ApartmentsPrato1BR,1BA$0.86
1 Edgebrook Dr1 Bed/2nd Story1BR,1BA$1.08

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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 Emerald Square Apartments & Villas listed at $549.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment is $620 at Villa Capri Apartments.

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 Emerald Square Apartments & Villas and starts from $929.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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