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Elgin, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elgin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elgin, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at University Gate in the Walczak Park neighborhood priced from $620. Drake Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $680. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elgin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Gate4 Bed Upgraded4BR,2BA$620
Drake Village Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$680
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
The Meadows1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
The Bowie ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin, PA and Nearby

As of September 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elgin area is the $1.08 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome - B Model at Granite Ridge Apartments in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Elgin apartment is the 3 Bedroom Apartment Model at Arneman Place starting at $1,131 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood. 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.
Granite Ridge ApartmentsThree Bedroom Townhome - B3BR,1.5BA$1.08
Arneman Place3 Bedroom Apartment3BR,1.5BA$0.89
University Gate3 Bed upgraded3BR,2BA$0.62
Carriage Hill Erie2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.27
Hudson LoftsThe Beacon2BR,2BA$1.35
The Meadows2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$1.18
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Northview Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elgin

What type of rentals are currently available in Elgin?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Elgin, PA with pricing that ranges from $555 to $2,897. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elgin ranging from $500 to $3,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elgin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elgin ranges from $500 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,497.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elgin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elgin range from $560 to $2,897, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $580 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $555.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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