
Cheap Homes for Rent in Freeport, IL from $500 (11 Rentals)
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26 S Galena Ave

309 W High St

703 Albert Ave
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715 W Lincoln Blvd

3119 W Loras Dr

124 N Whistler Ave
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2410 Benderwirt Ave

1101 S Galena Ave

2316 Rockwell St

314 N Longwood St
Freeport, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Freeport?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Freeport 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,171 | $875 | $2,050 |
Freeport 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,480 | $750 | $2,500 |
Freeport 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,525 | $1,475 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Freeport Apartments for Rent
 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. Greenfield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Freeport 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 |
Greenfield | 96-a | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Winmar Townhomes | 1378-a | 3BR,2BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Freeport, IL
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Freeport area is the $0.71 price per square foot 1378-a Model at Winmar Townhomes in the starting from $750. The second greatest value Freeport apartment is the 2br/1bth with Washer & Dryer Model at Lakeland Apartments ::OPEN HOUSE:: starting at $1,125 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the East Rockford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Freeport apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Winmar Townhomes | 1378-a | 3BR,2BA | $0.71 |
Lakeland Apartments ::OPEN HOUSE:: | 2br/1bth with Washer & Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Greenfield | 39-a | 3BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Creekview Apartments ::OPEN HOUSE:: | Newly Renovated 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Kiwanis Manor Apartments | 3001 - updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Immaculate 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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 Freeport
What type of rentals are currently available in Freeport?
There are currently 92 Apartments for Rent in Freeport, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,150. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Freeport ranging from $500 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Freeport?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Freeport ranges from $500 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,075.
Expert Rental Resources
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