
Cheap Homes for Rent in Byron, IL from $800 (13 Rentals)
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2622 Hanson St

328 S Prospect St

326 E 2nd St

1710 7th St

314 N Longwood St
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2219 11th St

2208 8th St

2915 Sherman Ave

3111 Jacqueline Dr

1214 Morgan St

2218 Green St
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3014 Lapey St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Byron?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byron 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,151 | $900 | $1,500 |
| Byron 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,465 | $1,250 | $1,650 |
| Byron 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,695 | $1,475 | $2,100 |
| Byron 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
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Cheapest Available Byron Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Byron, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Millbrook Townhomes in the Outer South Rockford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $491. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Byron apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Millbrook Townhomes | A 30 | 2BR,1BA | $491 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| The Arbors | One Bedroom Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Byron, IL and Nearby
As of November 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Byron area is the $0.36 price per square foot A 30 Model at Millbrook Townhomes in the in the Outer South Rockford neighborhood starting from $491. The second greatest value Byron apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 3428 Harrison Ave starting at $1,500 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Byron apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Townhomes | A 30 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.36 |
| 3428 Harrison Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| 197 Flintridge | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Laramie Apartment Homes | 4126 Laramie Lane | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 4651 GOVERNORS DR | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Creekview Apartments - Half off 1st month! | Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| ***CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES*** | Upper floor with dishwasher | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Byron?
There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in Byron, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $2,500. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Byron ranging from $800 to $2,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Byron?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Byron ranges from $800 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,372.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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