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Apartments for Rent in Elgin IL

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Elgin, IL’s average rent price is $1,741 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.

Average Rent
Sleepy Hollow $1,999
West Dundee $1,972
Carpentersville $1,847
Saint Charles $1,899
East Dundee $1,479

Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.

Elgin, IL Apartments for Rent

Located 35 miles northwest of Chicago along the Fox River, Elgin combines historical charm with modern appeal. The revitalized downtown area features preserved architecture now housing local restaurants and entertainment venues. The Grand Victoria Casino anchors the riverfront district, contributing to the area's economic vitality. The rental market offers various options, with prices ranging from $1,122 for studios to $2,741 for four-bedroom homes, reflecting annual increases of 2-4% across all unit sizes. The cityscape includes preserved Victorian and Queen Anne-style homes in historic districts alongside contemporary residential developments.

Elgin's parks and recreation system includes Lords Park, a 112-acre space home to American bison, while Wing Park features an 18-hole golf course and seasonal swimming pool. The Fox River Trail connects cyclists and pedestrians to the 4,200-acre Poplar Creek Forest Preserve. Cultural attractions include performances by the Elgin Symphony Orchestra at the Hemmens Cultural Center. The city's educational landscape features Elgin Community College, Judson University, and the historic Elgin Academy. The city's watchmaking legacy lives on through the Elgin-made clocks still operating in Chicago's Union Station, remnants of what was once the world's largest watch manufacturing facility.

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Elgin, IL Rental Insights

The average rent in Elgin, IL is $1,415 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,632, which means housing in Elgin, IL is slightly less expensive than much of the country.

Find affordable apartments for rent in Elgin, IL by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as Northeast Elgin-Cook, Blackhawk Manor, and Lords Park Manor. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.

The most popular ZIP codes for renters in Elgin, IL are 60123, 60120, and 60124.

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