
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Century Oaks Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (13 Rentals)
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Century Oaks, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Century Oaks?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Century Oaks Studio Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
Century Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $826 | $2,666 |
Century Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,193 | $967 | $3,253 |
Century Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,460 | $1,855 | $3,631 |
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Cheapest Available Century Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Century Oaks area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Blackhawk Apartment Homes priced from $1,340. The Villages at Canterfield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,655. Here are the most affordable Century Oaks apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,340 |
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 |
1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | 2x2 B2GU - Lower | 2BR,2BA | $2,266 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Century Oaks, IL
As of April 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Century Oaks area is the $2.08 price per square foot 2x2 B2GU - Lower Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes in the in the Sandy Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $2,266. The second greatest value Century Oaks 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 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 | 2x2 B2GU - Lower | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du | Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du... | Studio ,1BA | $20.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentury Oaks, Elgin, IL
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Among neighborhoods in Elgin, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Century Oaks Neighborhood in Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Century Oaks Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Century Oaks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Century Oaks Apartment is $1,340 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Century Oaks Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Century Oaks is starting from $1,640 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Century Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Century Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes and starts from $2,409.
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