South Elgin, IL rental market
Last updated August 29, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in South Elgin, IL is $1,950.
$1,950
-$400
-$750
16
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,500 to $3,895.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,400 | 1 |
| $1,500 | 1 |
| $1,600 | 4 |
| $1,700 | 6 |
| $1,800 | 2 |
| $1,900 | 2 |
| $2,000 | 2 |
| $2,200 | 1 |
| $2,600 | 1 |
| $2,700 | 1 |
| $2,800 | 1 |
| $2,900 | 1 |
| $3,700 | 1 |
| $3,800+ | 2 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $750 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,015 | $2,095 |
| Feb | $2,400 | $2,700 |
| Mar | $2,095 | $1,750 |
| Apr | $1,875 | $2,500 |
| May | $2,500 | $1,950 |
| Jun | $2,895 | $2,000 |
| Jul | $1,900 | $2,300 |
| Aug | $2,150 | $2,350 |
| Sep | $2,733 | No data |
| Oct | $2,765 | No data |
| Nov | $2,095 | No data |
| Dec | $1,900 | No data |
Market temperature
The South Elgin, IL rental market temperature is HOT. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in South Elgin, IL is 7% lower than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in South Elgin, IL?
The average rent in South Elgin, IL is $1,950.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in South Elgin, IL?
Houses in South Elgin, IL rent between $1,500 - $3,895 with an average rent of $1,950.
3. How has the rent in South Elgin, IL changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in South Elgin, IL decreased by $750
4. How much has the rent in South Elgin, IL increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in South Elgin, IL decreased by $400
5. How many available rentals are there in South Elgin, IL?
There are currently 16 rentals available in South Elgin, IL.
6. How do rent prices in South Elgin, IL compare with the national average?
The average rent in South Elgin, IL is $1,950 — 7.14% lower the national average of $2,100.