1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dakota, IL (42 Rentals)

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2088 W Galena Ave
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2088 W Galena Ave

2088 W Galena AveFreeport, IL 61032
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Windsor Apartments
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Windsor Apartments

902 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Beloit Hillcrest
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Beloit Hillcrest

2200 Burton StBeloit, WI 53511
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Highland Meadows
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Highland Meadows

101 Circle DrLanark, IL 61046
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Burnham Lofts
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Burnham Lofts

202-206 W State StRockford, IL 61101
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William Brown Lofts
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William Brown Lofts

226 S Main StRockford, IL 61101
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4703 Turner St
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4703 Turner St

4703 Turner StRockford, IL 61107
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Dakota, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Dakota and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dakota, IL is found at Wright & Wagner Lofts in the Downtown Beloit neighborhood and is 965 square feet priced from $1,633. Rock River Tower Apartments in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 910 square feet and currently listed start at $1,699. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Dakota:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Wright & Wagner LoftsLoft A - Grand965 Sq Ft$1,633
Rock River Tower ApartmentsLuxury 1 Bedroom Apartment with River View910 Sq Ft$1,699
Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE!Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer840 Sq Ft$1,145
Riverside Apartments1br/1ba with washer and dryer800 Sq Ft$1,145
West Win Heights Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath756 Sq Ft$1,100
Water Power Lofts1x1732 Sq Ft$1,330
Water Tower Place1 bed Market710 Sq Ft$1,150
Windsor Apartments- 1st Month FREE!1 Bed 1 Bath + Washer/Dryer700 Sq Ft$1,145
The Arbors1 Bedroom Willow680 Sq Ft$899
Nu-State Apartments1 BED559 Sq Ft$1,365

Cheapest Available Dakota and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 02, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dakota, IL is the Park Terrace 1 Bed Model starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood. The second most affordable Dakota 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Roberts Court starting at $715 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Dakota is currently $1,237. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Dakota:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 1 Bed$480
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath$715
Longwood Garden Apartments1 Bedroom$718
The Arbors1 Bedroom Cypress$800
920 ON PARK1 Bedroom Style F$840
Alice Place Monroe1 Bedroom$913
Windsor Apartments- 1st Month FREE!1 Bed 1 Bath$925
Riverside Terrace ApartmentsRiverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom$925
Beloit Hillcrest1 Bed 1 Bath (D)$975
Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE!Newly Renovated 1BR$995

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Dakota Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dakota Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dakota is $1,237.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dakota Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dakota is a 965 square feet unit starting from $1,633 at Wright & Wagner Lofts.

What is the average size for Dakota 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dakota is currently 2,774 sq ft.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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