
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dakota, IL (38 Rentals)


Riverside Apartments - OPEN HOUSE 1/11

Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE!

The Phoenix Building

Alice Place Monroe

Luther Center Senior Apartments

Windsor Apartments- 1st Month FREE!

The Gardens on Prairie Rose

920 ON PARK

Wesleyan Apartments
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The Hamptons

Roberts Court

Longwood Garden Apartments

Whitestone Manor Apartments

Riverside Terrace Apartments

West Win Heights Apartments

4012 Renn Hart Hills

Rock River Tower Apartments

Cheshire

Cleora Apartments LLC
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Halsted Park Apartments

Immaculate 1 Bedroom Apartment

Rockford Housing Authority

315 1/2 W High St

Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom

2088 W Galena Ave

Windsor Apartments

Beloit Hillcrest

Highland Meadows
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Nu-State Apartments

Residences at Talcott

Water Power Lofts

Burnham Lofts

William Brown Lofts

Large 2 bedroom 1 bath with balcony

Kiwanis Manor Apartments

4703 Turner St
Dakota, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dakota?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota Studio Apartments | $1,203 | $850 | $1,399 |
| Dakota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $480 | $2,925 |
| Dakota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,355 | $480 | $3,050 |
| Dakota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $1,199 | $2,695 |
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Largest Available Dakota and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dakota, IL is found at Rock River Tower Apartments in the Central Terrace neighborhood and is 910 square feet priced from $1,699. Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE! in the East Rockford neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 840 square feet and currently listed start at $1,145. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Dakota:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock River Tower Apartments | Luxury 1 Bedroom Apartment with River View | 910 Sq Ft | $1,699 |
| Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE! | Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer | 840 Sq Ft | $1,145 |
| Riverside Apartments - OPEN HOUSE 1/11 | 1br/1ba with washer and dryer | 800 Sq Ft | $1,145 |
| West Win Heights Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 756 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Windsor Apartments- 1st Month FREE! | 1 Bed 1 Bath + Washer/Dryer | 700 Sq Ft | $1,145 |
| The Phoenix Building | 1BR/1BA | 691 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Alice Place Monroe | 1 Bedroom | 660 Sq Ft | $913 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 650 Sq Ft | $715 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $925 |
| The Arbors | One Bedroom Alpine with Patio | 625 Sq Ft | $899 |
Cheapest Available Dakota and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 06, 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 $1,191. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Dakota:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 1 Bed | $480 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $715 |
| Longwood Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $718 |
| The Arbors | One Bedroom Cypress | $800 |
| Alice Place Monroe | 1 Bedroom | $913 |
| Windsor Apartments- 1st Month FREE! | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $925 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom | $925 |
| Wesleyan Apartments | 2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave | $995 |
| Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE! | Newly Renovated 1BR | $995 |
| Riverside Apartments - OPEN HOUSE 1/11 | Studio with washer and dryer | $1,045 |
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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 $1,191.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dakota Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dakota is a 910 square feet unit starting from $1,699 at Rock River Tower Apartments.
What is the average size for Dakota 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dakota is currently 1,000 sq ft.
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