
Cheap Homes for Rent in Dakota, IL from $700 (8 Rentals)
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523 N Warren Ave

2308 11th St

3119 W Loras Dr
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124 N Whistler Ave

909 E Garden St

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2410 Benderwirt Ave
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Dakota, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Dakota?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dakota 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,042 | $800 | $1,300 |
Dakota 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,469 | $900 | $2,500 |
Dakota 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,468 | $1,200 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Dakota Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dakota, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Windsor Apartments in the North Rockford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dakota apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
Windsor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $600 |
Greenfield | 96-a | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota, IL and Nearby
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dakota area is the $0.66 price per square foot 223 N West St Model at 223 N West St, Unit 1 in the starting from $950. The second greatest value Dakota apartment is the 2 bedroom one bathroom Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.69 price per square foot in the North Rockford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dakota apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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223 N West St, Unit 1 | 223 N West St | 3BR,1BA | $0.66 |
Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
Winmar Townhomes | 1378-a | 3BR,2BA | $0.71 |
Greenfield | 116-a | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Creekview Apartments | Newly Renovated 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Kiwanis Manor Apartments | 3001 - updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dakota
What type of rentals are currently available in Dakota?
There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Dakota, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,050. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dakota ranging from $700 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dakota?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dakota ranges from $700 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,169.
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