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Elgin Apartments
Last updated March 19 2024 at 7:18 AM

Elgin, IL
150 Apartments for Rent

Elgin Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 110,849
Population Density: 2,955.9 people/sq mile
Median Age: 37
Percentage of Family Households: 72%
Median Annual Income: $79,120 / year
Median Rent: $1,148 / month

What locals are saying

Greetings, present and future residents of Elgin! Situated about 40 miles northwest of downtown Chicago on the banks of the Fox River, Elgin is a popular residential destination for leasers who covet Chicagoland lodgings without having to pay typical Chicagoland prices. Sound like a good fit for you? Then journey on, bold apartment hunter, because the dwellings of your dreams may be just a few clicks anyway.

First, though, let’s take a moment to answer the questions we know you must have about life in Elgin …

Elgin Demographics


How diverse is Elgin?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Elgin is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Elgin are Hispanic Or Latino (45.1%), White (36.9%), Asian (8%), Black Or African American (4.3%), Two Or More (3.8%), Other (1.7%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Elgin residents?

The median age in Elgin is 37 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is Elgin?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Elgin is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Elgin are Hispanic Or Latino (45.1%), White (36.9%), Asian (8%), Black Or African American (4.3%), Two Or More (3.8%), Other (1.7%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Elgin residents?

The median age in Elgin is 37 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

Elgin Crime


Overall Crime

Below Average
Overall crime in Elgin is below average in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Below Average
The level of violent crime in Elgin is below average compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Below Average
The level of property crime in Elgin is below average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in Elgin


Elementary Schools

8 /10
Country Trails Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
617 Students
7 Reviews
617
Students
7 Reviews
6 /10
Coleman Elementary School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
726 Students
3 Reviews
726
Students
3 Reviews
6 /10
Channing Memorial Elementary School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
461 Students
3 Reviews
461
Students
3 Reviews

Middle Schools

5 /10
Kimball Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
571 Students
3 Reviews
571
Students
3 Reviews
4 /10
Ellis Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
691 Students
6 Reviews
691
Students
6 Reviews
4 /10
Larsen Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
679 Students
3 Reviews
679
Students
3 Reviews

High Schools

2 /10
Elgin High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,582 Students
3 Reviews
2,582
Students
3 Reviews
2 /10
Larkin High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,079 Students
6 Reviews
2,079
Students
6 Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Elgin?

Apartment Rentals in Elgin start at $1,400/month.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Elgin?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Elgin apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Elgin?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Elgin.

How can I find off-campus housing in Elgin?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Elgin. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Elmhurst College, William Rainey Harper College, Wheaton College, College of DuPage, and North Central College.