Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (14 Rentals)
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Northwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Elgin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Northwest Elgin Studio Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
Northwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $826 | $6,000 |
Northwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $967 | $3,145 |
Northwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $1,700 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Elgin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Elgin area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Fox River Crossing priced from $826. 311 Barrington Ave Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Northwest Elgin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Fox River Crossing | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $826 |
311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1F | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Elgin, IL
As of February 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Elgin area is the $2.13 price per square foot B2- Lower Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes in the in the Sandy Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $2,321. The second greatest value Northwest Elgin apartment is the 1 Bed Room Model at 311 Barrington Ave Lofts starting at $1,550 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Elgin 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 | B2- Lower | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
1320 Getzelman Dr, Unit 3 | 1320 Getzelman Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1F | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
Fox River Crossing | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
305 Oregon Ave, Unit Fierke | 305 Oregon Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood in Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
27 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Elgin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartment is $826 at Fox River Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Elgin is starting from $967 at Fox River Crossing.
What is the most affordable Northwest Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northwest Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages at Canterfield and starts from $2,300.
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