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Highlights

  • Snow removal
  • Washer and dryer hookup
  • Eat in kitchen
  • Living room

Location

538 W Elk St, Freeport, IL 61032, USA
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Welcome Home NW Illinois

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(844) 335-9816 ext. 5898

Property Overview

538 West Elk Street has a strong overall profile, with an expert rating that suggests solid appeal alongside clear advantages in its location, layout, or amenities. It stands out for features that make it attractive to a range of renters, while also offering practical benefits that add to its everyday livability.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 538 West Elk Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 538 West Elk Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
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Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

538 West Elk Street - 12 bed1 bath$700 /moCome in the front door to the living room which opens up to the eat in kitchen. Off the kitchen is a door to the shared entry with access to private basement with washer and dryer hookup. The hallway from the living room has access to the full bathroom with tub shower and the 2 bedrooms. Tenant pays all utilities and does lawn care and snow removal.

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About 538 West Elk Street

HomeApartments in Freeport 538 West Elk Street

Come in the front door to the living room which opens up to the eat in kitchen. Off the kitchen is a door to the shared entry with access to private basement with washer and dryer hookup. The hallway from the living room has access to the full bathroom with tub shower and the 2 bedrooms. Tenant pays all utilities and does lawn care and snow removal.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 538 West Elk Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 538 West Elk Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 538 West Elk Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
538 West Elk Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 538 West Elk Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
538 West Elk Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 538 West Elk Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
538 West Elk Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

538 West Elk Street is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 46 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • A bustling neighborhood

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 538 West Elk Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in Freeport

2-bedroom apartments at 538 West Elk Street cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Freeport.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Freeport
A table of studio rental data trends in Freeport
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$575
July 2024$531
August 2024$415
September 2024$400
October 2024$400
November 2024$400
December 2024$400
January 2025$400
February 2025$400
March 2025$400
April 2025$462
May 2025$560
June 2025$643
July 2025$600
August 2025$600
September 2025$600
October 2025$582
November 2025$595
December 2025$550
January 2026$537
February 2026$500
March 2026$500
April 2026$652
May 2026$649
June 2026$650

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$28,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $700.
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Schools near 538 West Elk Street

Blackhawk Elementary School

1401 s blackhawk ave

freeport, IL, 61032

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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Freeport near 538 W Elk St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 538 W Elk St, Freeport

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 538 W Elk St

Horizon Supermarket
1130 S Galena Ave
Cub
1512 S West Ave
ALDI
726 W South St
Sullivan's Foods
2002 W Galena Ave
Walmart Supercenter
2545 IL Route 26 S

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