Southeast Elgin-Cook

Elgin, IL

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Southeast Elgin-Cook - Elgin, IL

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A suburban neighborhood with outdoor amenities

Outdoors Riverside Suburban Family-Friendly

Located to the east of the Fox River, Southeast Elgin-Cook is a fast-growing neighborhood in Illinois. The community has access to two major roads, the Elgin Bypass and Highway 25, with Downtown Eglin being less than a mile away. Renters will love the proximity to trails and the river, with hiking, biking, and kayaking opportunities year-round at Lords Park, Westridge Park, and James Pate Philip State Park. Family-friendly amenities include a Christmas-themed water park called Santa's Village Azoosment and Water Park, Bartlet Nature Center, and bowling and trampoline parks. There are a variety of charming cafes, casual dining, and Chicago-style pizza joints around the neighborhood. Affordable to luxury apartments are available for renters to live in.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Southeast Elgin-Cook is $834 for one bedroom, $1,132 for two bedrooms, and $1,427 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Southeast Elgin-Cook has increased by 2.0% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 644 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $834/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,414 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,132/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,493 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,427/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

21

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

42

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Bluff Spring Fen Nature Preserve
  • Villa Olivia Ski Area
  • Lords Park
  • Elgin Public Museum
  • James 'Pate' Philip State Park

Airports

  • Chicago O'Hare International
  • Chicago Midway International

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