
Cheap Homes for Rent in Century Oaks West Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $1,700 (7 Rentals)
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279 Bayview Rd

65 N Alfred Ave

340 N Airlite St

1274 Demmond St

50 Canterfield Pkwy W

515 N Grove Ave
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Century Oaks West, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Century Oaks West?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Century Oaks West 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,008 | $1,700 | $2,902 |
Century Oaks West 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
Century Oaks West 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Century Oaks West Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Century Oaks West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Century Oaks West area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Villages at Canterfield priced from $1,655. Watermark at The Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,899. Here are the most affordable Century Oaks West apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Century Oaks West, IL
As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Century Oaks West area is the $1.73 price per square foot C2- Upper Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes in the in the Sandy Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $2,475. The second greatest value Century Oaks West apartment is the 1Bed/1Bath Model at Fountain Square starting at $1,900 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Century Oaks West apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | C2- Upper | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1E | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du | Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du... | Studio ,1BA | $20.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Century Oaks West
What type of rentals are currently available in Century Oaks West?
There are currently 81 Apartments for Rent in Century Oaks West, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $6,000. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Century Oaks West ranging from $1,700 to $2,902.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Century Oaks West?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Century Oaks West ranges from $1,700 to $2,902 with an average monthly rent of $2,036.
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