Springs at South Elgin FAQs

Springs at South Elgin offers studio, one, two, and three-bedroom townhome-style apartments, with private entrances available. Each layout includes an open-concept layout with plenty of natural lighting, a spacious kitchen, and in-home washer and dryer. To view current pricing and available floor plans, visit our floor plans & pricing page, or contact the team here at Springs at South Elgin.

Yes. Every apartment home at Springs at South Elgin has its own private, ground-level entrance — one of the signature features of Springs Apartments. There are no shared hallways or interior corridors, which means fewer shared walls, less noise, and a true neighborhood feel from the moment you walk in your front door.

Yes - every apartment home at Springs at South Elgin comes with a full-size, in-home washer and dryer. There's no need to share a laundry room, hunt for quarters, or supply your own machines.

Springs at South Elgin includes complimentary surface parking. Attached garages, detached garages, and covered parking might also be available for an additional cost. Please contact our team for the most current and available options.

Standard features at Springs at South Elgin include a private ground-level entrance, floor plans with open-concept layouts, a gourmet kitchen with modern finishes, an in-unit washer and dryer, private patio or balcony options, generous closet space, and natural lighting throughout. Specific finishes and upgrades vary depending on floor plan. The team at Springs at South Elgin is happy to walk you through what's available.

Pricing for Springs at South Elgin varies by availability, floor plan type, and lease term. For the most up-to-date pricing per floor plan (studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes), please visit our floor plans page or contact our team at Springs at South Elgin for a personalized quote.

Springs at South Elgin offers a range of lease terms anywhere from 3 to 15 months. Pricing varies depending on the lease term. Once the lease is ready for renewal, current residents will be eligible for month-to-month renewal options. Contact our team for the exact terms available today.

A refundable security deposit is required at lease signing, and the amount varies based on your application and credit profile. 

The price of rent at Springs at South Elgin includes your apartment home and access to all community amenities, such as the 24-hour fitness center, swimming pool, clubhouse, and pet park. Utilities (including but not limited to electric, gas, water, sewer, trash, and internet) are billed separately based on usage.

Specials at Springs at South Elgin vary due to seasonality and available units. The fastest way to view current move-in offers is to check the specials area of our website or call our leasing team. The team is happy to share what's available for your preferred floor plan and move-in date.

Springs at South Elgin is proud to partner with Flex, a flexible rent solution that allows you to split your rent into smaller payments while your full rent still gets paid on time. Participation is optional and available whenever you need a little flexibility.

Yes, Springs at South Elgin is a pet-friendly community, and proudly welcomes pets of all sizes with no weight restrictions. Both cats and dogs are welcome with pre-approval. Breed restrictions and additional pet fees may apply. Purebred Guardian Breeds such as Bull Terriers, Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, and Dobermans are restricted from our community. Some mixed breeds and other Guardian Breeds may be conditionally allowed upon community team approval. These restrictions do not apply to qualified assistance animals.

Springs at South Elgin charges a one-time pet fee per pet at move-in, plus a recurring monthly pet rent. Dogs will be enrolled in the PooPrints DNA program, which includes a small one-time enrollment fee. For more information and current pet fees, please contact the leasing team here at Springs at South Elgin.

Yes. Springs at South Elgin features a leash-free pet play area where your dog can run and socialize, plus a convenient on-site pet spa for easy bath time after a muddy walk. Walking paths throughout the community give you and your pet plenty of room to stretch.

Up to two pets are welcome per apartment home at Springs at South Elgin, with the exception of qualified service animals.

Springs at South Elgin offers a full slate of resort-style amenities, including a swimming pool and sundeck, a 24-hour fitness center, a community clubhouse with cybercafé and complimentary coffee bar, an outdoor grilling and gathering area, a leash-free pet play area, a pet spa, and an on-site car care center. Many communities also feature walking paths, and package and mail centers.

Yes. Springs at South Elgin features a resort-style swimming pool with a sundeck for warm-weather lounging, and a 24-hour fitness center so you can work out on your schedule — early morning or late evening, the gym is open whenever you need it.

Yes. Springs at South Elgin is thoughtfully designed with open green space, professionally landscaped grounds, and walking paths woven throughout the community — part of our neighborhood-inspired design. Outdoor gathering areas with grilling stations and seating give residents plenty of room to enjoy the fresh air.

Springs at South Elgin is about 3 miles from downtown South Elgin and roughly 40 miles from downtown Chicago. With South Elgin Crossing right next door and the Metra Milwaukee District West Line nearby, residents get quick access to local dining, shopping, and trails, plus a convenient option for commuting into the city.

Located in a Kane County suburb, Springs at South Elgin provides easy access to parks, the Fox River, and miles of wooded trails, including Vasa Park and Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve. We are also a quick commute to surrounding cities, such as Elgin, with shopping and dining right next door at South Elgin Crossing. Our community is designed to feel like a residential neighborhood, offering townhome-style apartments with a small-town feel. Learn more about our neighborhood here.

Springs at South Elgin makes everyday life easy. Grocery runs are simple with Jewel-Osco and Walmart Supercenter nearby, and CVS is close for quick errands. South Elgin Crossing, South Elgin Commons, and Kohl’s offer a mix of retail, and local favorites like The Village Squire, Briana’s Pancake Cafe, and Chili’s are close by for dining. Residents can spend a weekend at Vasa Park, Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve, or Riverbend Community Park. Whether it’s a quick errand or a fun day out, daily essentials and entertainment are all close by.

Springs at South Elgin offers a short commute to some of the area’s largest employers, including Advocate Sherman Hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital, and School District U-46, making our community a practical choice for employees and families looking to cut down on drive time.

Springs at South Elgin is located in District U46 which includes Willard Elementary School, Kenyon Woods Middle School, and South Elgin High School.

You can schedule a tour at Springs at South Elgin in three ways: online through our website, by calling the leasing office, or by stopping in during business hours. We offer in-person, self-guided, and live virtual tour options — so you can see the community whether you're local or relocating from out of town. Same-day tours are often available. Schedule your tour on our website here.

The application process at Springs at South Elgin is fully online and takes just a few minutes to complete. We review credit history, rental history, gross income (typically 3x the monthly rent), and a standard background check. First-time renters are welcome, and if your income doesn't quite meet the standard threshold, our team can talk through alternative options like a co-signer. Start the application process on our Floor Plans & Pricing page.

Once you submit an application with all required documents, your application will be reviewed within 2-3 business days. If your application is approved, our team will reach back out to you to discuss next steps such as lease signing and move-in day. For any additional questions regarding leasing requirements, please connect with our community team members.

The most current floor plan availability and pricing for Springs at South Elgin are listed on our floor plans page. Pricing may update frequently. For more information, please reach out to our team members at Springs at South Elgin.

Maintenance at Springs at South Elgin is handled by our friendly and dedicated on-site team. Residents can submit non-emergency requests easily through our resident app, by calling the leasing office, or by walk-in. Non-emergency requests are typically addressed within one to two business days, however as part of our commitment to convenient, carefree living, emergency maintenance is available 24/7.

Springs at South Elgin stands apart for a few reasons. We offer private, ground-level entry to your home. The community is gated, pet-friendly with no weight restrictions, and is built with resort-style amenities such as a pool, 24-hour fitness center, leash-free dog park, and pet spa. Our 5-Star Standard includes Above & Beyond resident services, and the 30-Day Pledge: if you are not satisfied with your new home or if expectations are not met within 30 days of your move-in date, you can be released from your lease.

Our community exclusively uses AT&T. With the fastest Fiber speeds possible, our residents can work from home with zero hiccups. 

Your water and sewer bill will show up after you have been living at the community for at least 45 days. Your first bill may not be a full billing cycle of 28-32 days so please note that it will be based on when the first billing cycle closed out along with your original move-in date.

Absolutely! We love finding solutions for our residents. There may be limits based on available apartments and the timeframe in which you wish to transfer, however. Call the office for details and options. Please note that if you transfer during your current lease, there is a transfer fee of 75% of your rent owed at the time of signing the transfer paperwork.

In the event of a resident lockout, during business hours, residents can always come up to the office or call our office for our team to open the door to your home.

Should your lockout occur after business hours, there is a $50.00 lockout fee charged back to the resident for our on-call maintenance team member to come out on site and open your front door. Residents are required to provide proof of identification for entry into their home.

The United States Post Office will deliver your packages to their lockers located at the bottom of the mail kiosk. Any other parcel carriers will deliver your packages conveniently to your front door.

New residents are required to contact ComEd at 800.334.7661 to start electric service and Nicor at 888.642.6748 to start gas service for their new home.

For the water and sewer in your home, there is a one-time connection fee of $50.00 due at the time of move in, but you do not need to contact the utility company prior to move in.

The internet service for your home is provided by Dish Network. You will receive an email confirmation for the start of your service on your move in day.

You do not need to take any action to sign up for renter’s insurance. We will automatically enroll you in the Get Covered Master Policy program. This program provides up to $10,000 in coverage for your belongings, which is one less thing to worry about during your move! If you would like to use a third-party insurance company you are welcome to. Please contact our office for more information.

Residents are required to provide a 60-day notice to vacate, in writing, prior to leaving at the end of their lease term.

We require that all residents return their apartment home back to our leasing office in the condition it was given to them at the time of move in. Apartment homes must be professionally cleaned, including carpets in bedrooms.

If you are leaving prior to the end of your lease term, please contact our leasing office for additional information regarding the process of moving out of your apartment home.

Absolutely! You are welcome to paint your home and personalize it by hanging up your favorite photos and paintings. To make things even easier, we offer a Handy Man Service to our residents to help with hanging up photos, installing a new fan or a chandelier, and many more!