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271 Douglas Avenue #5, Elgin, Illinois 60120, United States|Northeast Elgin

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Grant Born

CitiLeases Property Group

(847) 999-4203

Property Overview

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Things you’ll love

  • Extra Storage
  • Images available
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Amenities for 271 Douglas Avenue #5, Northeast Elgin

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningFireplace
Hardwood FloorHigh Ceilings

Appliances

RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 271 Douglas Avenue #5

HomeApartments in Elgin 271 Douglas Avenue #5, Elgin, Illinois 60120, United States

$1395 Rent is discounted $100 monthly to $1295 for January 1st. This prime top floor penthouse loft sits right next to Downtown Elgin and has three separate rooms and soaring 10 foot ceilings! All original hardwood floors, huge bay windows, vintage fireplace, antique glass French doors lead to the bedroom. Utilities add $85 for water, sewer, trash, gas, and free onsite laundry. That's $1380 total and $1380 Security Deposit. This place is super cool and is priced to rent quickly so schedule your showing early if possible. Pets are ok with no extra deposit, $35 monthly fee. Off street parking is included. Call and enter 271 to schedule a showing! The building has undergone renovations to restore it to it's turn of the century charm. This is the best location in Downtown Elgin!


Property highlights

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How 271 Douglas Ave, Elgin, IL 60120, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Extra Storage
Upgraded in-unit features
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
Rentals at this address allow pets
Walk-in closet
Rentals here may include more closet space than average

Address details

NeighborhoodNortheast Elgin
Zip code60120
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Northeast Elgin

1-bedroom apartments at 271 Douglas Avenue #5 cost about 73% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Elgin.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Northeast Elgin
Elgin
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Elgin
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,737
January 2024$1,863
February 2024$1,925
March 2024$1,930
April 2024$1,309
May 2024$1,542
June 2024$1,734
July 2024$1,829
August 2024$1,658
September 2024$1,429
October 2024$1,402
November 2024$1,737
December 2024$1,910
January 2025$1,904
February 2025$1,668
March 2025$1,485
April 2025$1,622
May 2025$1,444
June 2025$1,250
July 2025$1,292
August 2025$1,635
September 2025$1,585
October 2025$1,563
November 2025$1,429
December 2025$1,350
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Northeast Elgin
MonthMedian Rent
August 2017$750
December 2017$860
January 2018$873
February 2018$763

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 271 Douglas Avenue, Elgin, IL.
3 years ago$1,2952 bed1 bath
6 years ago$9952 bed1 bath
6 years ago$8951 bed1 bath
7 years ago$9902 bed1 bath
8 years ago$7901 bed1 bath
8 years ago$9252 bed1 bath
8 years ago$8351 bed1 bath
9 years ago$8952 bed1 bath

Schools near 271 Douglas Avenue #5

Ronald D O'Neal Elementary School

510 franklin blvd

elgin, IL, 60120

K-6Public
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Neighborhood

Northeast Elgin | Elgin, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Elgin near 271 Douglas Avenue #5

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 271 Douglas Avenue #5, Elgin

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Other units at this address

271 Douglas Ave Elgin, IL

Occupied

3

1 Bed

1 Bath

$895

Listed by Grant Born
Days on market: 2320
Gorgeous one bedroom and great deal at $895 plus $65 for all utilities except electric. All brand new windows! This unit is warm, bright, and nostalgic with soaring 10 foot ceilings and has recently been renovated throughout! New light fixtures, beautifully restored vintage floors...even a turn of the century fireplace! This home is absolutely stunning and will go fast! Newer range/oven, recently rehabbed bath, and charm that you'll never find in a typical apartment! Call 847-999-4203 and enter 271 for a showing or visit citileases. com The building has undergone renovations to restore it to it's turn of the century charm. This is the best location in Downtown Elgin!

Occupied

6

2 Beds

1 Bath

$895

Listed by Grant Born
Days on market: 3426
Updated charming corner unit in loft-style vintage gem. Gut rehabbed bathroom with ceramic tile and all new fixtures. Adorable new kitchen with ceramic floor, new countertops, fixtures and appliances. Newer carpet and freshly painted throughout. Turn-of-the-century original trim and built in cabinetry. You can't beat $895 for a 2 bedroom, all utilities included except electric! Pet Friendly. We require credit, criminal, and eviction background check. This one will go quickly: well qualified tenants only! Text/Call 847-999-4203 our automated system will verify if you're qualified then book your viewing! This vintage Elgin landmark sits right next to Downtown in the Elgin Historical District. It is literally steps from The Centre pool and recreation facility, the new library, shops, restaurants, the Hemmens auditorium, and more! The building is undergoing renovations to restore it to it's turn of the century charm and all apartments are being redone. This is the best location in Elgin!

Occupied

2

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,075

Listed by Grant Born
Days on market: 1998
This cozy Downtown Elgin loft has vintage hardwood floors throughout, soaring ceilings, all new windows, all new retro bath with beautiful ceramic tile! Spacious deck out back for your summer barbecue. Adjacent bonus room can be used as an office or storage unit. Parking is on site and we are pet friendly. Rent is just $1075 plus $65/mo for all utilities except electric. Get in early, this one will go quickly! Showings one day only. Call 847-999-4203 and enter 271 or visit www citileases com The building has undergone renovations to restore it to it's turn of the century charm. This is the best location in Downtown Elgin!

Occupied

4

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,465

Listed by Grant Born
Days on market: 545
Cozy Downtown Elgin 2 Bedroom Loft is perfect for a couple or small family looking for a beautiful new space! Everything is almost new in here: appliances, kitchen, bathroom vanity and fixtures, luxury hardwood vinyl flooring and new carpet too. One larger bedroom and one small bedroom/den. Just $1465 and $85 monthly covers water/sewer/trash/gas and now FREE in-building laundry! You pay electric only. $1550 Total. Pets are welcome for $35 monthly, private off street parking included. Check it our soon the location is great and it will go quickly. 847-999-4203 and enter 271 for a showing or visit Citileases com The building has undergone renovations to restore it to it's turn of the century charm. This is the best location in Downtown Elgin!

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