
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Forreston, IL from $400 (57 Rentals)
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Rockford Housing Authority

Northland Park Apartments

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Dixon River Apartments

The Arbors

Roberts Court

Beacon Hill Apartments

Whitestone Manor Apartments

Halsted Park Apartments
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Sterling Towers

4566 Governors Dr

Great Oaks Apartments

Creekview Apartments- Upcoming Open Houses!

**CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES**

Riverside Apartments- Upcoming Open Houses!

3432-3436 Harrison Ave

4682 Trevor Cir

Riverside Terrace Apartments

Harrison Beach Apartments
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Blackhawk Apartments

723 N Hunt Ave

Rock Falls Apartments

835 S Benton Ave

Longwood Garden Apartments

Kiwanis Manor Apartments

The Grove Apartments

527 E Center St

Windsor Apartments

525 W Addison St
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177 Flintridge Dr

Carthage Apartments

Carlton Apartments

4418 Eastridge Dr

2816 Rudeen Close

4471 Carthage Dr

4604 Governors Dr

4651 GOVERNORS DR

4210-4212 7th St

Highland Meadows
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4703 Turner St

3036 La Salle Ave

4714 Trevor Cir

916 E Garden St

933 E Clinton St

4710 Trevor Cir

4003 9th St

4205 8th St

4551 Governors Dr

4536 Trevor Cir
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Forreston, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forreston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forreston Studio Apartments | $949 | $625 | $1,399 |
| Forreston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,095 | $480 | $1,765 |
| Forreston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $480 | $2,445 |
| Forreston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $757 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Forreston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forreston, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Northland Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forreston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Halsted Park Apartments | Rare Find - Remodeled Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Creekview Apartments- Upcoming Open Houses! | Newly Renovated 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| **CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES** | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forreston, IL and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forreston area is the $1.64 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 3428 Harrison Ave in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Forreston apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Windsor Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forreston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3428 Harrison Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Creekview Apartments- Upcoming Open Houses! | Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| **CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES** | Upper floor with dishwasher | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Riverside Apartments- Upcoming Open Houses! | Studio with washer and dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forreston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forreston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forreston is at Northland Park Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forreston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forreston Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forreston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forreston is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the most affordable Forreston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forreston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dixon River Apartments and starts from $910.
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