
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Elgin, IL (56 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Elgin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,400 | $1,025 | $1,695 |
South Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $826 | $2,543 |
South Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $967 | $3,212 |
South Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $2,000 | $3,500 |
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Largest Available South Elgin and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Elgin, IL is found at Springs At South Elgin in the Valley View neighborhood and is 857 square feet priced from $1,979. Panton Mill Station has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 765 square feet and currently listed start at $1,852. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Elgin:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 857 Sq Ft | $1,979 |
Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 765 Sq Ft | $1,852 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 729 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
Cheapest Available South Elgin and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Elgin, IL is the The Linden Model starting from $1,852 at Panton Mill Station in the Valley View neighborhood. The second most affordable South Elgin 1 Bedroom is the 1Bed/1Bath Model at Fountain Square starting at $1,900 in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Elgin is currently $1,900. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Elgin:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Panton Mill Station | The Linden | $1,852 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | $1,900 |
Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | $1,979 |
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Getting Around South Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Elgin Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Elgin Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Elgin is $1,900.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Elgin is a 857 square feet unit starting from $1,979 at Springs At South Elgin.
What is the average size for South Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Elgin is currently 700 sq ft.
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