
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (12 Rentals)
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Near West Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near West Elgin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Near West Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,298 | $1,025 | $1,695 |
Near West Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $826 | $2,606 |
Near West Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,048 | $967 | $3,100 |
Near West Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,504 | $1,855 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Near West Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Near West Elgin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near West Elgin area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,125. Blackhawk Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Near West Elgin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 | 2 bed/2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Elgin, IL
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Elgin area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2 bed/2 bath Model at 1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 in the in the West Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Near West Elgin 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 Near West Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 | 2 bed/2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
879 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1 | 879 Jefferson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Getting Around the Near West Elgin Neighborhood in Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 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 Near West Elgin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Elgin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Elgin Apartment is $1,300 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Near West Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Near West Elgin is starting from $1,625 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Near West Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Near West Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages at Canterfield and starts from $2,750.
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