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1592 N La Fox St
1592 N La Fox StSouth Elgin, IL 60177
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Elgin, IL from $700 (10 Rentals)
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Fox River Crossing
300 N State StElgin, IL 60123
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3 Times SqElgin, IL 60120
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237 Robert DrElgin, IL 60123
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South Elgin, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap South Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,553 | $1,025 | $1,870 |
| Cheap South Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $826 | $2,638 |
| Cheap South Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $967 | $3,100 |
| Cheap South Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,639 | $2,085 | $3,500 |
| Cheap South Elgin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available South Elgin Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in South Elgin, IL is a Studio unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments in the West Ridge Village neighborhood priced from $1,125. 39 Surrey Dr in the West Ridge Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Elgin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| 39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1,778 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Elgin, IL
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Elgin area is the $1.74 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 326-334 Raymond St in the in the West Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $2,085. The second greatest value South Elgin apartment is the 613 Dean Dr Model at 613 Dean Dr, Unit #6 starting at $1,700 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Valley View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 326-334 Raymond St | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 613 Dean Dr, Unit #6 | 613 Dean Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 2 BR Designer Courtyard Garage | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| 39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Getting Around South Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Elgin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Elgin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Elgin Apartment is $1,778 at Panton Mill Station.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Elgin is starting from $1,400 at 39 Surrey Dr.
What is the most affordable South Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 326-334 Raymond St and starts from $2,085.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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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Written by: Marie Brown
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.