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River's Landing Apartments
3 Times SqElgin, IL 60120
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237 Robert DrElgin, IL 60123
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South Elgin, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,417 | $999 | $1,685 |
| South Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $826 | $2,011 |
| South Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $967 | $3,100 |
| South Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $1,700 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available South Elgin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in South Elgin, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Fox River Crossing in the West Ridge Village neighborhood priced from $826. River's Landing Apartments in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Elgin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River Crossing | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $826 |
| River's Landing Apartments | Studio Unit - 440 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Elgin, IL and Nearby
As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Elgin area is the $0.59 price per square foot 380 Harvest Ln Model at 380 Harvest Ln, Unit 5 in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value South Elgin apartment is the 613 Dean Dr Model at 613 Dean Dr, Unit #1 starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Valley View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 380 Harvest Ln, Unit 5 | 380 Harvest Ln | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.59 |
| 613 Dean Dr, Unit #1 | 613 Dean Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Springs At South Elgin | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
| Fox River Crossing | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| River's Landing Apartments | Studio Unit - 440 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $1.74 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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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 Cheap South Elgin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Elgin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Elgin is at River's Landing Apartments listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Elgin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Elgin Apartment is $826 at Fox River Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Elgin is starting from $967 at Fox River Crossing.
What is the most affordable South Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springs At South Elgin and starts from $2,713.
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