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

18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

Flats on 21

Gold Falls Villa Apartments

The Delaware - Luxury Apartment's in Mason City!

Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments

The River Apartments & Townhomes
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Pheasant Run Apartments

Brentwood Estates Apartments

Pebble Creek Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

University Manor

The Manor

UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS

Rolling Meadows Apartments

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Northern Place Apartments
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Thunder Ridge Apartments

1200 Jade Apartments

Irish Hospital Apartments

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

Cedar Village Community

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Lincoln Apartments LLC

The Meadows

Webster Apartments

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Parkview Place
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302 Franke St

1918 Olive St

705 Franklin St

403 W 6th St

201 2nd St

Palisades

Pointe West Apartments

Grant Village

Urban Flats South
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621 Oak St

1306 9th Ave SW

902 Cedar River Dr NW
Rockford, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Studio Apartments | $985 | $500 | $1,364 |
| Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $405 | $1,760 |
| Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $745 | $2,279 |
| Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $920 | $2,514 |
| Rockford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $937 | $2,500 |
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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 $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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $350 |
| Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $405 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| The Delaware - Luxury Apartment's in Mason City! | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $721 |
| The River Apartments & Townhomes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Spacious One-Bedroom Apartment – Comfortable, P... | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| University Manor | 1 BR/ 1 BA (NOW ) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IA and Nearby
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rockford area is the $0.68 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at Pheasant Run Apartments in the starting from $975. The second greatest value Rockford apartment is the 3 bedroom/2bath Model at Rolling Meadows Apartments starting at $975 with a $0.96 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pheasant Run Apartments | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments | 3 bedroom/2bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| The Meadows | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Cedar Village Community | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Residences on College Hill | 4 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Northern Place Apartments | One Bed + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Brentwood Estates Apartments | Spacious One-Bedroom Apartment – Comfortable, P... | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,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 $405 at Shalom Tower II.
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 $860 at Northern Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Rockford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rockford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pheasant Run Apartments and starts from $975.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.