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527 E Center St
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503 W Pleasant St

916 E Garden St
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2915 Sherman Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rock City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,254 | $1,000 | $1,495 |
| Rock City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,355 | $701 | $1,800 |
| Rock City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,499 | $1,395 | $1,700 |
| Rock City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,737 | $1,625 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Rock City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rock City, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Longwood Garden Apartments in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $718. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rock City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Longwood Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $718 |
| Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock City, IL and Nearby
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rock City area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at The Haven at Willow Creek in the in the North Rock neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Rock City apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Windsor Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rock City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Haven at Willow Creek | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Riverside Glen Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 201 - 207 West Win Heights | 201 - 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Roberts Court | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Water Tower Place | 2.1 - Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Arrowhead Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Alice Place Monroe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Rock City?
There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Rock City, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,050. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rock City ranging from $701 to $1,850.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rock City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rock City ranges from $701 to $1,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,434.
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