Apartments for Rent in South Elgin, IL (159 Rentals)

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property at 281 Hickory Lane

$3,800

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$3,800

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$3,800

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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281 Hickory Lane

South ElginIL60177
property at 1209 N Camden Ln

$2,955

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$2,955

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$2,955

4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Rentals

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1209 N Camden Ln

South ElginIL60177

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property at 1097 Moraine Dr

$3,200

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$3,200

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$3,200

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1097 Moraine Dr

South ElginIL60177

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property at 119 Tennyson Ct

$1,400 - $1,500

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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119 Tennyson Ct

ElginIL60120

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property at 8 N State St

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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8 N State St, Unit UPPER

8 N State St
ElginIL60123
property at 17 S Channing St

$1,150

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$1,150

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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17 S Channing St, Unit 3

17 S Channing St
ElginIL60120

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Elgin

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in South Elgin, IL?

As of today, August 20, 2026, there are currently 159 available South Elgin apartments priced from $850 to $4,415, with an average monthly rent of $2,037.

How much are Studio apartments in South Elgin?

There are currently 44 Studio Apartments in South Elgin with rent ranges from $850 to $2,003 with an average price of $1,487.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Elgin Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Elgin ranges from $1,175 to $2,964 with an average monthly rent of $1,907.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Elgin cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Elgin range from $1,372 to $3,760. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,278.

How expensive are South Elgin Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 26 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Elgin on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,414 to $4,415 - averaging $2,924 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.