
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rochelle, IL from $500 (45 Rentals)
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312 Phyllis Ave

Rochelle Manor

711 Jones Rd

The Grove Apartments

Lida Lakes Estates

High Meadows Apartments

Amber Manor

University Village Apartments
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Varsity Square Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb

4604 Governors Dr
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Blackhawk Apartments

908 Greenbrier Rd

4766 Wolverton Ln

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive

4651 Governors Dr
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4566 Governors Dr

4210-4212 7th St

4714 Trevor Cir

4860 Creek View Rd

4710 Trevor Cir

4003 9th St

4205 8th St

4551 Governors Dr

4536 Trevor Cir
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4682 Trevor Cir

314 N Longwood St

Barrington Plaza Realty

837 Normal Rd

1211 21st Pl

1209 21st Pl

518 Murray Dr

615 Newport Ave

705 Corbin St
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Rochelle, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rochelle?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochelle Studio Apartments | $817 | $600 | $1,400 |
| Rochelle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $700 | $1,450 |
| Rochelle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $900 | $1,900 |
| Rochelle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $1,070 | $1,960 |
| Rochelle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $1,295 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Rochelle Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochelle, IL is a Studio unit found at Amber Manor in the Dekalb neighborhood priced from $629. Beacon Hill Apartments in the Camp Grant neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $909. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochelle apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Manor | Studio A 60% | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Primrose - Beacon Hill | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Isaac Executive Suites | Junior One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| City Hall Suites | 1 BD | 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Cortland Estates | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $2,050 |
| Hunter Star Properties | Hunter Star - 8 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 8BR,2BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochelle, IL and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochelle area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Dekalb neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Rochelle apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Cortland Estates starting at $1,425 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Dekalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rochelle apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $0.93 |
| Cortland Estates | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Orchid | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Amber Manor | Studio A 60% | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rochelle Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rochelle?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rochelle is at Amber Manor listed at $629.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rochelle Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rochelle Apartment is $789 at Amber Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rochelle Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rochelle is starting from $1,009 at Amber Manor.
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