
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elgin, IL (121 Rentals)


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Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elgin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elgin Studio Apartments | $2,027 | $1,025 | $6,000 |
Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $826 | $2,666 |
Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $967 | $3,145 |
Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,535 | $1,855 | $3,500 |
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Largest Available Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elgin, IL is found at Springs At South Elgin in the Valley View neighborhood and is 857 square feet priced from $1,947. Blackhawk Apartment Homes in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 826 square feet and currently listed start at $1,585. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elgin:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 857 Sq Ft | $1,947 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 826 sqft | 826 Sq Ft | $1,585 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1A | 819 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 761 Sq Ft | $1,655 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 729 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
Westwind Tower | STUDIO | 342 Sq Ft | $1,064 |
Cheapest Available Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 21, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elgin, IL is the STUDIO Model starting from $1,064 at Westwind Tower in the Southeast Elgin Cook neighborhood. The second most affordable Elgin 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom - 598 sqft Model at Blackhawk Apartment Homes starting at $1,350 in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elgin is currently $1,790. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elgin:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Westwind Tower | STUDIO | $1,064 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | $1,350 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | $1,655 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1 | $1,899 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | $1,900 |
Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | $1,947 |
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Elgin Overview
A charming city located to the northern end of Illinois, Elgin is an ideal destination well worthy of consideration. Less than forty miles from the epicenter of Chicago, Elgin is an ever-growing locale offering small town ideals melded flawlessly with big city opportunity.
Why live in Elgin, IL?
True to its motto 'The City in the Suburbs', Elgin rentals offer a winning mixture of convenience and that oh-so-important rural comfort. Ideal for families and working class singles alike, this growing Illinois city is big on education, blue collar ideals and heart. With an exciting downtown scene filled with restaurants, museums and plenty of shopping, Elgin might just be the city you've been searching for.
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Getting Around Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Elgin with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Elgin is at Westwind Tower listed at $1,064.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elgin is $1,790.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elgin is a 857 square feet unit starting from $1,947 at Springs At South Elgin.
What is the average size for Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elgin is currently 777 sq ft.
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