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125 Twin Oaks Dr, Unit 319

257 Wilcox St, Unit 307

111 N Center St, Unit 2R

125 Twin Oaks Dr, Unit 102

253 Wilcox St, Unit 209

212 Madison St, Unit 2F
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255 Wilcox St, Unit 306

222 Madison St, Unit 3E

1015 N Broadway St

109 N Center St, Unit G

204 E Washington St

1353 Lakeview Ave

121 Davis Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rockdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockdale 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,897 | $1,340 | $2,659 |
| Rockdale 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,652 | $1,575 | $3,700 |
| Rockdale 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,197 | $1,695 | $4,000 |
| Rockdale 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,750 | $3,750 | $3,750 |
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Cheapest Available Rockdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rockdale, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Stone Falls in the Sunset Point neighborhood priced from $949. Bays Tower Apartments in the Sunset Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockdale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Pheasant Run | sc2s | 2BR,1BA | $1,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockdale, IL
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rockdale area is the $1.38 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Luxury Package Model at Stone Falls in the in the Sunset Point neighborhood starting from $1,259. The second greatest value Rockdale apartment is the sc2s Model at Pheasant Run starting at $1,320 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Sunset Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Pheasant Run | sc2s | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 121 Comstock St, Unit 1E | 121 Comstock St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1002 Belleview Ave, Unit #1 | 1002 Belleview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Rockdale?
There are currently 99 Apartments for Rent in Rockdale, IL with pricing that ranges from $895 to $1,900. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rockdale ranging from $1,045 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rockdale?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rockdale ranges from $1,045 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,556.
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