Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IA from $300 (39 Rentals)

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Shalom Tower II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shalom Tower II

321 4th St NEMason City, IA 50401
Senior Living
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The Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Manor

4 3rd St NWMason City, IA 50401
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Palisades
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palisades

2340 River RoadIowa Falls, IA 50126
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Pointe West Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe West Apartments

1901 W 18th StCedar Falls, IA 50613
Corporate Housing
property at 121 Clinton St

$900

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$900

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$900

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121 Clinton St

AustinMN55912
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Grant Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Grant Village

815-843 6th St SWMason City, IA 50401
Senior Living
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property at 1203 11th St NW

$1,000

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$1,000

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$1,000

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1203 11th St NW

AustinMN55912
property at 1102 3rd St NW

$1,090

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$1,025
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$65

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$1,090

3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1102 3rd St NW

AustinMN55912
property at 1102 3rd St NW

$1,090

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1102 3rd St NW

AustinMN55912

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Rockford, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rockford Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rockford, IA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $350. Shalom Tower II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $405. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences on College Hill4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment4BR,1BA$350
Shalom Tower IITower I Efficiency1BR,1BA$405
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$500
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Key West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$550
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
The Manor1bd 1 bth1BR,1BA$820
The River Apartments & TownhomesStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$825
Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$835
Northern Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$860

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IA and Nearby

As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rockford area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Pinnacle Villages - Waverly in the starting from $1,730. The second greatest value Rockford apartment is the Pointe West - 2-bedroom apartments Model at Pointe West Apartments starting at $1,090 with a $0.99 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pinnacle Villages - Waverly3 Bed 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.44
Pointe West ApartmentsPointe West - 2-bedroom apartments2BR,2BA$0.99
Cedar Village Community2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.08
Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.97
Lincoln Apartments LLCApt. 082BR,1BA$1.46
The Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Northern Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (June & Aug '25)1BR,1BA$1.27
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rockford Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rockford?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rockford is at Key Apartments listed at $500.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockford Apartment is $525 at 18 S Adams Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rockford Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rockford is starting from $835 at Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments.

What is the most affordable Rockford Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rockford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Village Community and starts from $1,095.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.