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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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Carthage Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carthage Apartments

4440 Carthage DrRockford, IL 61109
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Freeport, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Freeport Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Freeport, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Dixon River Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Freeport apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Dixon River Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$675
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Westwinds2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$750
Kiwanis Manor Apartments30022BR,1BA$775
Windsor Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$925
Creekview ApartmentsNewly Renovated 1BR1BR,1BA$945
Riverside Terrace ApartmentsRiverside Terrace - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Freeport, IL and Nearby

As of August 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Freeport area is the $1.12 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Car Garage Model at Hampton Ridge in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $1,910. The second greatest value Freeport apartment is the 2BD 2BA Model at Hampton Trail starting at $1,650 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Freeport apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hampton RidgeThree Bedroom Two Car Garage3BR,2BA$1.12
Hampton Trail2BD 2BA2BR,2BA$1.18
Riverside Glen Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.27
Westwinds2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$0.86
Creekview ApartmentsNewly Renovated 1BR1BR,1BA$1.22
Kiwanis Manor Apartments3001 - updated2BR,1BA$1.00
109 E Washington St, Unit 1109 E Washington St3BR,1BA$1.07
Dixon River Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.03
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

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Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Freeport Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Freeport Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Freeport Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Freeport Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Freeport is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.

What is the most affordable Freeport Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Freeport Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dixon River Apartments and starts from $910.

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