Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (17 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Southwest Elgin area of Elgin that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Southwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Elgin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwest Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,410 | $1,025 | $1,748 |
Southwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,738 | $1,185 | $2,606 |
Southwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $1,400 | $3,100 |
Southwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $1,855 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Southwest Elgin
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Southwest Elgin of Southwest Elgin is the Studio Model at Royal Ridge Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,125. The second cheapest Southwest Elgin Pet Friendly apartment is the One Bedroom - 598 sqft 1 Bed unit at Blackhawk Apartment Homes starting at $1,300. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Southwest Elgin apartments:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | $1,125 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | $1,300 |
Springs At South Elgin | Studio Grand Overlook | $1,748 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | $1,900 |
1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 | 2 bed/2 bath | $2,100 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Elgin, Elgin, IL
Ranked #22
Among neighborhoods in Elgin, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southwest Elgin, Elgin, IL
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Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks, paths, and trails? this area is a highly-rated residential area for its the great outdoors, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Getting Around the Southwest Elgin Neighborhood in Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 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 Pet Friendly Southwest Elgin Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Southwest Elgin Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Southwest Elgin is $1,924.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Southwest Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Elgin is a 1,671 square feet unit starting from $1,695 at Seasons at Elgin.
What is the average size for Southwest Elgin Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Southwest Elgin is currently at 705 sq ft.
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