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Carthage Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carthage Apartments

4440 Carthage DrRockford, IL 61109
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Monroe Center, IL Local Guide

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. Millbrook Townhomes in the Outer South Rockford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $491. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monroe Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Millbrook TownhomesA 302BR,1BA$491
Pearl Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$702
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Hunter Star PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe Center, IL and Nearby

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monroe Center area is the $0.36 price per square foot A 30 Model at Millbrook Townhomes in the in the Outer South Rockford neighborhood starting from $491. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Millbrook TownhomesA 302BR,1.5BA$0.36
3428 Harrison Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.20
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom with 1 Bath2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.16
4651 GOVERNORS DR2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.14
Willis Senior Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.99
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.14
Pearl Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.89
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

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Walk Score®

7 / 100

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Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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.

What is the most affordable Monroe Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Monroe Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hunter Star Properties and starts from $1,240.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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