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When were prices and availability in Elgin, IL last updated?

Prices and availability in Elgin, IL were last updated on 23 Aug 2026.

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What is the average rent in Elgin, IL?

The average rent in Elgin, IL is $1,558.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Elgin, IL?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Elgin, IL is between $1,635 and $2,400.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Elgin, IL?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Elgin, IL is between $1,390 and $2,762.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Elgin, IL?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Elgin, IL is between $1,641 and $3,749.

What type of rental buildings are in Elgin, IL?

In Elgin 28% of the housing is rented out compared to 72% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 8% of Elgin's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 69% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 22% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Elgin, IL?

The average age of rental buildings in Elgin is 43 years old, with 21% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 4 stories, of which 87% are garden-style apartment communities, 17% are mid-sized buildings, and 13% are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Elgin, IL?

Studio apartments in Elgin are around 6% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 42% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 41% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

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