
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Elgin Cook Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $700 (26 Rentals)
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Southeast Elgin Cook, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Elgin Cook?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southeast Elgin Cook Studio Apartments | $1,025 | $1,025 | $1,025 |
Southeast Elgin Cook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,804 | $826 | $2,621 |
Southeast Elgin Cook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $967 | $3,263 |
Southeast Elgin Cook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,091 | $2,775 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Elgin Cook Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Elgin Cook Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Elgin Cook area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at River's Landing Apartments priced from $1,025. Blackhawk Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,340. Here are the most affordable Southeast Elgin Cook apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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River's Landing Apartments | Studio Unit - 440 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 723 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,340 |
Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 1BR,1BA | $1,839 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Elgin Cook, IL
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Elgin Cook area is the $2.32 price per square foot 1Bed/1Bath Model at Fountain Square in the in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Southeast Elgin Cook apartment is the Two Bedroom - 817 sqft Model at Blackhawk Apartment Homes starting at $1,600 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Elgin Cook apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 817 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
River's Landing Apartments | Studio Unit - 440 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSoutheast Elgin Cook, Elgin, IL
Ranked #23
Among neighborhoods in Elgin, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Southeast Elgin Cook Neighborhood in Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
21 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Southeast Elgin Cook Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Elgin Cook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Elgin Cook Apartment is $1,340 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Elgin Cook Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Elgin Cook is starting from $1,600 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.
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