
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elsah, IL from $600 (44 Rentals)
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New Wellington Apartments

Parkwood Place Apartments

Bruce Court

Godfrey Estates

Whispering Lake Apartments

Grandview Gardens

Chez Paree Apartments and Townhomes
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Stonehaven Apartments

Charbonier Manor

Veronica Place Active 55+ Community

Delrado

River Chase

Kensington Square Apartments

The Groves Apartments and Townhomes

DES ARBOLES
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Crossing at Northpointe Apartments

The Finn

Village Square

Surrey Court Apartments

Hathaway Village

Windham Chase

Paddock Village Apartments

Waterford Square
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Greenway Chase

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Hazelwood Forest Apartments

Riverfront Lofts

Pelican Cove

Seven Hills Forest Condominiums

Promenade at New Town

The Dels - Hazelwood

900 Washington Ave
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Creekside Apartments

Heatherton Estates

The Tide

Trotwood Downs and Brittany Townhomes

Fox Hill

3108 Alby St

7437 Hazelcrest Dr

2222 Brown St
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3313 Green Pasture Dr

615 Florland Dr

511 Lynn Haven Ln

Marian Heights
Elsah, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elsah?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elsah Studio Apartments | $708 | $674 | $743 |
| Elsah 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,034 | $600 | $2,250 |
| Elsah 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $825 | $2,640 |
| Elsah 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,284 | $1,025 | $1,560 |
| Elsah 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
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Cheapest Available Elsah Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elsah, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Bruce Court in the Weatherby Place neighborhood priced from $695. Whispering Lake Apartments in the Duchesne Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $792. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elsah apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce Court | 4 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | 1BR 1BA GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $792 |
| Chez Paree Apartments and Townhomes | Beautiful one bed apartment waiting for you! | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Delrado | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Charbonier Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| River Chase | Brentwood | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Kensington Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Groves Apartments and Townhomes | Beautiful one bedroom and one bathroom garden a... | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| DES ARBOLES | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Finn | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsah, IL and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elsah area is the $0.54 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Seven Hills Forest Condominiums in the in the Florissant Old Town neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Elsah apartment is the Check out our beautiful remodeled two bedroom a... Model at The Groves Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,200 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Weatherby Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elsah apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Hills Forest Condominiums | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.54 |
| The Groves Apartments and Townhomes | Check out our beautiful remodeled two bedroom a... | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Paddock Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Hathaway Village | The Willow | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Windham Chase | 2 BD/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Chez Paree Apartments and Townhomes | Beautiful one bed apartment waiting for you! | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Delrado | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Charbonier Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | 1BR 1BA GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elsah Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsah Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsah Apartment is $695 at Bruce Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elsah Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elsah is starting from $825 at Whispering Lake Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elsah Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elsah Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crossing at Northpointe Apartments and starts from $1,250.
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