
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willow Lakes Estates Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (11 Rentals)
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Willow Lakes Estates, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Willow Lakes Estates?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Willow Lakes Estates Studio Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
Willow Lakes Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $826 | $2,666 |
Willow Lakes Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,169 | $967 | $3,145 |
Willow Lakes Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,443 | $1,855 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Willow Lakes Estates Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Willow Lakes Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willow Lakes Estates area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Blackhawk Apartment Homes priced from $1,340. 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 Willow Lakes Estates apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,340 |
39 Surrey Dr | 869 Jefferson | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willow Lakes Estates, IL
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Willow Lakes Estates area is the $2.05 price per square foot B2- Lower Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes in the in the Sandy Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $2,230. The second greatest value Willow Lakes Estates 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 Willow Lakes Estates 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 | $2.05 |
39 Surrey Dr | 869 Jefferson | 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 | $2.86 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du | Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du... | Studio ,1BA | $20.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWillow Lakes Estates, Elgin, IL
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in Elgin, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Willow Lakes Estates Neighborhood in Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
19 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
19 / 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 Willow Lakes Estates Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Willow Lakes Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Willow Lakes Estates Apartment is $1,340 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Willow Lakes Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Willow Lakes Estates is starting from $1,400 at 39 Surrey Dr.
What is the most affordable Willow Lakes Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Willow Lakes Estates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes and starts from $2,475.
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