
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monroe Center, IL from $400 (62 Rentals)
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Pearl Place Apartments

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New Suburban Apartments

Roberts Court

Willis Senior Lofts

Whitestone Manor Apartments

Beacon Hill Apartments

Great Oaks Apartments

Shadley Apartments
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Creekview Apartments

Wesleyan Apartments

**CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES**

4566 Governors Dr

3432-3436 Harrison Ave

4682 Trevor Cir

Harrison Beach Apartments

Renn Hart Hills

Carriage Court Apartments

Water Power Lofts
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Laramie Apartment Homes

Millbrook Townhomes

Longwood Garden Apartments

The Grove Apartments

Windsor Apartments

177 Flintridge Dr

Carthage Apartments

Carlton Apartments

2816 Rudeen Close

4418 Eastridge Dr
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4471 Carthage Dr

6014-6066 Boxwood Dr

4604 Governors Dr

4651 GOVERNORS DR

4210-4212 7th St

4703 Turner St

4714 Trevor Cir

3036 La Salle Ave

4860 Creek View Rd

2021 2nd Ave
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3023-3031 La Salle Ave

4710 Trevor Cir

408 S Gardiner Ave

4003 9th St

4205 8th St

4551 Governors Dr

4536 Trevor Cir

1720 Remington Rd

Lakeland Apartments ::OPEN HOUSE::

314 N Longwood St
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Monroe Center, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monroe Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Center Studio Apartments | $944 | $745 | $1,399 |
| Monroe Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $480 | $1,810 |
| Monroe Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $480 | $2,445 |
| Monroe Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $1,070 | $2,100 |
| Monroe Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $1,350 | $1,775 |
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Cheapest Available Monroe Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Monroe Center, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Roberts Court in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monroe Center apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Wesleyan Apartments | 2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Creekview Apartments | Newly Renovated 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| **CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES** | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 4682 Trevor Cir | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Harrison Beach Apartments | Newly Remodeled 1br/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Carriage Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe Center, IL and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monroe Center area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at 4300 Eastridge Dr in the in the East Rockford neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Monroe Center apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 3428 Harrison Ave starting at $1,500 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monroe Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4300 Eastridge Dr | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 3428 Harrison Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Terra Creek Apartments | Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Hamptons | Ridge Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 4682 Trevor Cir | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Creekview Apartments | Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| **CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES** | Upper floor with dishwasher | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monroe Center Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monroe Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monroe Center Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monroe Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monroe Center is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
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