
Cheap Homes for Rent in Willow Lakes Estates Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (2 Rentals)
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Willow Lakes Estates, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Willow Lakes Estates?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Willow Lakes Estates 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,908 | $1,525 | $2,250 |
Willow Lakes Estates 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,900 | $3,900 | $3,900 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Willow Lakes Estates Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willow Lakes Estates, IL
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Willow Lakes Estates 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 Willow Lakes Estates apartment is the B4- Upper Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes starting at $2,249 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe 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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1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 | 2 bed/2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | B4- Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
Blackhawk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 700 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
River's Landing Apartments | Studio Unit - 440 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Willow Lakes Estates
What type of rentals are currently available in Willow Lakes Estates?
There are currently 131 Apartments for Rent in Willow Lakes Estates, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $6,000. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Willow Lakes Estates ranging from $850 to $3,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Willow Lakes Estates?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Willow Lakes Estates ranges from $850 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,327.
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