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640 Fox Knoll
2 Bedroom Apartments

640 Fox Knoll

640 Fox Knoll DrLena, IL 61048

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Blackhawk Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments

406 S 3rd StOregon, IL 61061
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Beloit Hillcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beloit Hillcrest

2200 Burton StBeloit, WI 53511
Senior Living

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Lena, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lena Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lena, 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 Lena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Northland Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Pine View1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency1BR,1BA$669
Dixon River Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$675
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Windsor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Kiwanis Manor Apartments30022BR,1BA$775
Prestwick Senior LivingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Whitestone Manor Apartments529 N Main StudioStudio,1BA$850
Highland Meadows1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$981

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lena, IL and Nearby

As of September 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lena area is the $1.50 price per square foot Woods Two Bedroom Two Car Garage Model at The Hamptons in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $1,620. The second greatest value Lena apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Riverside Glen Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the North Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The HamptonsWoods Two Bedroom Two Car Garage2BR,2BA$1.50
Riverside Glen Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.27
Windsor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$0.87
Kiwanis Manor Apartments3001 - updated2BR,1BA$1.00
Highland Meadows1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Dixon River Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.03
Prestwick Senior LivingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Pine View1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency1BR,1BA$1.12
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

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30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lena Apartments

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

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Lena Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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