Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elgin, IL (16 Rentals)

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515 Autumn Ct
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515 Autumn Ct

515 Autumn CtElgin, IL 60123
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314 E Chicago St
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314 E Chicago St

314 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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389 Crystal St
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389 Crystal St

389 N Crystal StElgin, IL 60123
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Tyler Towers
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Tyler Towers

1450 Plymouth LnElgin, IL 60123
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The Greens of Elgin
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The Greens of Elgin

801 N McLean BlvdElgin, IL 60123
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859 Jefferson Ave
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859 Jefferson Ave

859 Jefferson AveElgin, IL 60120
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River Crossing
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River Crossing

15-85 N Woodbury StSouth Elgin, IL 60177
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811 Main St Apartments
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811 Main St Apartments

811 Main StEast Dundee, IL 60118
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Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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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

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 Blackhawk Apartment Homes listed at $1,300.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elgin is $1,811.

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 $1,967 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 624 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.