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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
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715

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

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monroe Center area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2BD 2BA Model at Hampton Trail in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Monroe Center apartment is the A 30 Model at Millbrook Townhomes starting at $491 with a $0.36 price per square foot in the Outer South Rockford 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.
Hampton Trail2BD 2BA2BR,2BA$1.18
Millbrook TownhomesA 302BR,1.5BA$0.36
Pearl Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.76
Willis Senior Lofts2 Bedroom - Subsidized2BR,1BA$1.21
Creekview Apartments - First Month FREE!Newly Renovated 1BR+1BR,1BA$1.30
Windsor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$0.87
***CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES***Upper floor with dishwasher2BR,1BA$1.31
Harrison AveHarrison Ave - 2 Bedroom (No Balcony)2BR,1BA$1.40
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

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Frequently Asked Questions about Monroe Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Monroe Center?

There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in Monroe Center, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,150. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monroe Center ranging from $800 to $2,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Monroe Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monroe Center ranges from $800 to $2,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,483.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Monroe Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monroe Center range from $568 to $3,150, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,215.

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