2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Nelson, IL (60 Rentals)

Nu-State Apartments

Creekview Apartments

Laramie Apartment Homes

Valley Bluff Townhomes

Northland Park Apartments

Riverside Apartments and Townhomes

Cottage Bluff Apartments
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The Landing of Clinton

Washington Senior Apartments

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Pembrook Place Apartments

Luther Center Senior Apartments

Hampton Ridge

Beacon Hill Apartments
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Kiwanis Manor Apartments

Harrison Ave

1416 E State St Apartments

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Sterling Towers

Winmar Townhomes

Greenfield
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Rock River Tower Apartments

Hampton Trail

Halsted Park Apartments

Great Oaks Apartments

Rockford Housing Authority

516 2nd Ave S

223 16th Pl

3119 W Loras Dr

124 N Whistler Ave

1101 S Galena Ave
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916 E Garden St

773 W Homer St

615 Green St

3142 Horton St

1127 22nd Ave

1111 S 2nd St
Nelson, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nelson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Nelson Studio Apartments | $836 | $525 | $1,399 |
Nelson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,003 | $480 | $1,699 |
Nelson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $480 | $2,625 |
Nelson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $910 | $3,150 |
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Largest Available Nelson and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Nelson, IL is found at Valley Bluff Townhomes and is 1,570 square feet priced from $1,485. Pembrook Place Apartments in the Rolling Green neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,560 square feet and currently listed start at $2,380. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Nelson:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Valley Bluff Townhomes | 2 Bedroom , 2 Bath Duplex | 1,570 Sq Ft | $1,485 |
Pembrook Place Apartments | Wellington | Townhome | 1,560 Sq Ft | $2,380 |
Washington Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 1,178 Sq Ft | $950 |
Water Power Lofts | 2X2 | 1,146 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Creekview Apartments | Newly Renovated 2BR | 1,030 Sq Ft | $1,145 |
Pine View | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath w/Balcony | 1,000 Sq Ft | $869 |
Roberts Court | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 1,000 Sq Ft | $850 |
The Landing of Clinton | 2 Bedroom Ranch | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,225 |
Roosevelt School Apartments | 2 bedroom | 980 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
Cottage Bluff Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 956 Sq Ft | $973 |
Cheapest Available Nelson and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 28, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Nelson, IL is the Park Terrace 2 Bed Model starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood. The second most affordable Nelson 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom Model at Blackhawk Apartments starting at $607 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Nelson is currently $1,298. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Nelson:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | $480 |
Blackhawk Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $607 |
Willis Senior Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Subsidized | $654 |
Cheshire | 2BD 1BA | $750 |
Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | $750 |
Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | $775 |
Riverside Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bed, One Bath Hallway | $775 |
Kiwanis Manor Apartments | 3002 | $775 |
Pine View | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Lower | $849 |
Northland Park Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | $850 |
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Getting Around Nelson, IL
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Nelson Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Nelson with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Nelson is at Rockford Housing Authority listed at $480.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Nelson Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is $1,298.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Nelson Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Nelson is a 1,570 square feet unit starting from $1,485 at Valley Bluff Townhomes.
What is the average size for Nelson 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Nelson is currently 984 sq ft.
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