Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Valley Creek Southwest Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (10 Rentals)

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River West Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River West Commons

719 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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1350 Getzelman Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1350 Getzelman Dr

1350 Getzelman DrElgin, IL 60123
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1289 Abbott Dr
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1289 Abbott Dr

1289 Abbott DrElgin, IL 60123
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Valley Creek Southwest, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Valley Creek Southwest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Valley Creek Southwest area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Royal Ridge Apartments priced from $1,125. 39 Surrey Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Valley Creek Southwest apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
39 Surrey Dr869 Jefferson2BR,1BA$1,400
The Villages at CanterfieldA1BR,1BA$1,655

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Valley Creek Southwest, IL

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Valley Creek Southwest 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 Valley Creek Southwest apartment is the 869 Jefferson Model at 39 Surrey Dr starting at $1,400 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the West Ridge Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Valley Creek Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 601232 bed/2 bath2BR,2BA$1.75
39 Surrey Dr869 Jefferson2BR,1BA$1.65
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.32
The Villages at CanterfieldA1BR,1BA$2.17
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Valley Creek Southwest, Elgin, IL

Ranked #15

Among neighborhoods in Elgin, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Northwest Chicago. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Valley Creek Southwest Neighborhood in Elgin, IL

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Valley Creek Southwest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Valley Creek Southwest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Valley Creek Southwest is at Royal Ridge Apartments listed at $1,125.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley Creek Southwest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley Creek Southwest Apartment is $1,655 at The Villages at Canterfield.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Valley Creek Southwest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Valley Creek Southwest is starting from $1,400 at 39 Surrey Dr.

What is the most affordable Valley Creek Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Valley Creek Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages at Canterfield and starts from $2,750.

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