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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 Residences on College Hill in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood priced from $295. Shalom Tower II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $405. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Residences on College HillPrivate Bedroom in a 4BR Unit-Furnished Common ...4BR,1BA$295
Shalom Tower IITower I EfficiencyStudio,1BA$405
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$450
City Center Kent ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$495
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IA and Nearby

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rockford area is the $1.38 price per square foot Pinnacle Villages - Waverly Model at Pinnacle Villages - Waverly in the starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Rockford apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.03 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 - WaverlyPinnacle Villages - Waverly3BR,2.5BA$1.38
Pebble Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms3BR,1.5BA$1.03
Residences on College HillLarge 4-Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Roommate...4BR,1BA$0.99
Lincoln Apartments LLCApt. 292BR,1BA$1.26
Shalom Tower IITower II - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.70
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
Webster ApartmentsApt. 102BR,1BA$1.37
University Manor1 BR/ 1 BA (Sept '25 )1BR,1BA$1.26
Rolling Meadows ApartmentsCharming 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.40
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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Getting Around Rockford, IA

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 Shalom Tower II listed at $405.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockford Apartment is $295 at Residences on College Hill.

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 $525 at Residences on College Hill.

What is the most affordable Rockford Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rockford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Place Apartments and starts from $1,125.

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