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278 Douglas Ave, Elgin, IL 60120, USA|Northeast Elgin
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| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 278 Douglas
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Address details
| Neighborhood | Northeast Elgin |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60120 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Northeast Elgin
2-bedroom apartments at 278 Douglas cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Elgin.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Northeast Elgin
Elgin
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,050 |
| January 2024 | $2,062 |
| February 2024 | $1,900 |
| March 2024 | $2,187 |
| April 2024 | $2,081 |
| May 2024 | $2,066 |
| June 2024 | $1,810 |
| July 2024 | $1,884 |
| August 2024 | $2,317 |
| September 2024 | $2,174 |
| October 2024 | $2,168 |
| November 2024 | $2,144 |
| December 2024 | $2,000 |
| January 2025 | $2,062 |
| February 2025 | $1,961 |
| March 2025 | $2,019 |
| April 2025 | $1,820 |
| May 2025 | $1,865 |
| June 2025 | $1,985 |
| July 2025 | $2,012 |
| August 2025 | $1,989 |
| September 2025 | $1,965 |
| October 2025 | $1,952 |
| November 2025 | $1,815 |
| December 2025 | $1,817 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2016 | $1,175 |
| January 2018 | $1,187 |
| March 2018 | $1,087 |
| April 2018 | $1,050 |
| February 2019 | $1,095 |
| March 2019 | $1,045 |
| August 2019 | $1,233 |
| September 2019 | $1,195 |
| October 2019 | $1,250 |
| November 2019 | $1,150 |
Schools near 278 Douglas
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 278 Douglas Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 278 Douglas Ave, Elgin
Groceries
6/10
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
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-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
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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