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278 Douglas Ave
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278 Douglas Ave

278 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120

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269 Douglas Ave
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269 Douglas Ave

269 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120
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39 Surrey Dr
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39 Surrey Dr

51 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
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Plato Center, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Plato Center and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Plato Center, IL is found at Reserve at Prairie Centre in the Riverfront neighborhood and is 1,051 square feet priced from $2,249. The Township at St. Charles has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $1,811. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Plato Center:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Reserve at Prairie CentreBluestem1,051 Sq Ft$2,249
The Township at St. CharlesAmherst1,000 Sq Ft$1,811
Prairie Winds Apartments1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1975 Sq Ft$2,218
1900 at Canterfield Apartment HomesA4- Upper909 Sq Ft$1,796
Reserve Randall RoadOakmont886 Sq Ft$1,919
Springs At South Elgin1 BR Designer Overlook857 Sq Ft$1,832
Panton Mill StationThe Beech845 Sq Ft$1,623
Algonquin Square Apartment HomesThe Cornish833 Sq Ft$1,744
The Crossings at St. CharlesI Bedroom830 Sq Ft$1,596
311 Barrington Ave Lofts1 Bed Room720 Sq Ft$1,550

Cheapest Available Plato Center and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Plato Center, IL is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,305 at Royal Ridge Apartments in the Edgewater neighborhood. The second most affordable Plato Center 1 Bedroom is the 1BD/1BA Model at 200 S Lincoln starting at $1,400 in the Waterford of Algonquin neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Plato Center is currently $1,779. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Plato Center:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Royal Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom$1,305
200 S Lincoln1BD/1BA$1,400
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 723 sqft$1,425
Wing Park Residencewp-1bs$1,500
311 Barrington Ave Lofts1 Bed Room$1,550
Fox Run ApartmentsFranklin$1,589
The Crossings at St. CharlesI Bedroom$1,596
Authentix South Elgin1 BR Retreat Overlook$1,610
Panton Mill StationThe Beech$1,633
Algonquin Square Apartment HomesThe Cornish$1,744

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Plato Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Plato Center with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Plato Center is at Royal Ridge Apartments listed at $1,305.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Plato Center Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Plato Center is $1,779.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Plato Center Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Plato Center is a 1,051 square feet unit starting from $2,249 at Reserve at Prairie Centre.

What is the average size for Plato Center 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Plato Center is currently 764 sq ft.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!