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How much does it cost to rent a home in South Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Elgin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,159 | $1,150 | $5,000 |
| South Elgin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,099 | $900 | $5,950 |
| South Elgin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,618 | $2,900 | $4,800 |
| South Elgin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available South Elgin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in South Elgin, IL is a Studio unit found at River's Landing Apartments in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood priced from $1,025. Royal Ridge Apartments in the West Ridge Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Elgin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River's Landing Apartments | Studio Unit - 440 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| 39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 1BR,1BA | $1,843 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Elgin, IL and Nearby
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Elgin 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 South Elgin apartment is the 569 Dean Dr Model at 569 Dean Dr, Unit 4 starting at $1,950 with a $2.27 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 | 2 bed/2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 569 Dean Dr, Unit 4 | 569 Dean Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Linden | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 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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There are currently 123 Apartments for Rent in South Elgin, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $3,500. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Elgin ranging from $900 to $5,950.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Elgin ranges from $900 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,942.
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