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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Downtown area
  • Street parking
  • Cooking gas and electric heat

Location

116 Center St, Elgin, IL 60120, USA|Downtown Elgin
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Property Overview

116-118 Center Street receives high ratings across multiple criteria, showcasing its appeal as a rental option. With a Zumper Expert Rating of 9.1 and competitive pricing that reflects its desirable location and amenities, the property features hardwood floors and offers both cooking gas and electric heat. Its prime downtown location enhances accessibility to various attractions, while the transparent and trustworthy management provides a clear picture for potential renters.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.1
Excellent
116-118 Center Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

116-118 Center Street - 2Studio1 bathDowntown Elgin! - Studio unit features hardwood floors, newer kitchen and bath, window a/c. Plenty of natural light throughout! Street parking. Cats okay. Coin laundry in basement. Walking distance to casino, Metra and downtown area with many shops and restaurants! Tenant pays utilities including cooking gas and electric heat. 1 month security deposit and Pet deposit and Fee.
116-118 Center Street - 41 bed1 bathDowntown Elgin! - 1 Bedroom unit features hardwood floors, newer kitchen and bath, window a/c. Plenty of natural light throughout! Street parking. Cats okay. Coin laundry in basement. Walking distance to casino, Metra and downtown area with many shops and restaurants! Tenant pays utilities including cooking gas and electric heat. $495 Administrative Fee and pet fee.
116-118 Center Street - 31 bed1 bathDowntown Elgin! - 1 Bedroom unit features hardwood floors, newer kitchen and bath, window a/c. Plenty of natural light throughout! Street parking. Cats okay. Coin laundry in basement. Walking distance to casino, Metra and downtown area with many shops and restaurants! Tenant pays utilities including cooking gas and electric heat. 1 month security deposit and pet fee.
116-118 Center Street - 11 bed1 bathDowntown Elgin! - Studio unit features hardwood floors, newer kitchen and bath, window a/c. Plenty of natural light throughout! Street parking. Cats okay. Coin laundry in basement. Walking distance to casino, Metra and downtown area with many shops and restaurants! Tenant pays utilities including cooking gas and electric heat. 1 month security deposit and pet deposit and rent subject to size and weight.
116-118 Center Street - 61 bed1 bathDowntown Elgin! - 1 Bedroom unit features hardwood floors, newer kitchen and bath, window a/c. Plenty of natural light throughout! Street parking. Cats okay. Coin laundry in basement. Walking distance to casino, Metra and downtown area with many shops and restaurants! Tenant pays utilities including cooking gas and electric heat. 1 month security deposit and pet fee.

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Amenities for 116-118 Center Street

Apartment Amenities

Hot WaterTrash Included
Utilities/Sewer

Building

Onsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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Security Deposit

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

Units1
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About 116-118 Center Street

HomeApartments in ElginDowntown Elgin 116-118 Center Street

Downtown Elgin! - 1 Bedroom unit features hardwood floors, newer kitchen and bath, window a/c. Plenty of natural light throughout! Street parking. Cats okay. Coin laundry in basement. Walking distance to casino, Metra and downtown area with many shops and restaurants! Tenant pays utilities including cooking gas and electric heat. 1 month security deposit and pet fee.


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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
116-118 Center Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 116-118 Center 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.
116-118 Center 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·9A 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.
116-118 Center Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 116-118 Center Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
116-118 Center 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·9A 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.
116-118 Center Street has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
116-118 Center 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.

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 116-118 Center Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Downtown Elgin

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Downtown Elgin
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Elgin
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,439
January 2026$1,350
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Elgin
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,450
August 2025$1,625
September 2025$1,625
October 2025$1,685
November 2025$1,700

Schools near 116-118 Center Street

Ronald D O'Neal Elementary School

510 franklin blvd

elgin, IL, 60120

K-6Public
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Getting around Elgin near 116 Center St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
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 116 Center St, Elgin

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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