
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IL (147 Rentals)


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Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rockford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rockford Studio Apartments | $1,246 | $777 | $1,559 |
Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,061 | $480 | $1,699 |
Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $480 | $3,000 |
Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $568 | $3,150 |
Rockford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025There are currently 222 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Rockford, IL that range in price from $480 to $1,699. Midtown/East, Outer Midtown East and Central Park are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Rockford with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Midtown/East | 12 | $1,045 | $480 |
Outer Midtown East | 12 | $1,045 | $480 |
Central Park | 9 | $995 | $480 |
Edgewater Winnebago | 9 | $995 | $480 |
Highland Winnebago | 9 | $985 | $480 |
North End Square | 9 | $995 | $480 |
North Highland Square | 9 | $945 | $480 |
Northwest Rockford | 9 | $995 | $480 |
Southwest Rockford | 9 | $995 | $480 |
Brown Hills Knightsville | 7 | $1,100 | $480 |
Largest Available Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rockford, IL is found at Pembrook Place Apartments in the Rolling Green neighborhood and is 965 square feet . Residences at Talcott in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 871 square feet and currently listed start at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Rockford:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Pembrook Place Apartments | Upper & Lower Pines | Apartment | 965 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Residences at Talcott | 871 Sq Ft | $1,300 | |
Creekview Apartments | Newly Renovated 1BR | 840 Sq Ft | $1,025 |
Riverside Apartments ::OPEN HOUSE:: | 1br/1ba with washer and dryer | 800 Sq Ft | $1,145 |
1404 E State St Apartments | 1404 Bump | 660 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 650 Sq Ft | $715 |
Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 550 Sq Ft | $884 |
Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 1 Bed | 542 Sq Ft | $480 |
Cheapest Available Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rockford, IL is the Park Terrace 1 Bed Model starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood. The second most affordable Rockford 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Roberts Court starting at $715 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Rockford is currently $1,061. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Rockford:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 1 Bed | $480 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $715 |
Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | $884 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $895 |
Creekview Apartments | Newly Renovated 1BR | $945 |
Riverside Apartments ::OPEN HOUSE:: | Studio with washer and dryer | $1,045 |
1404 E State St Apartments | 1404 NE | $1,095 |
Pembrook Place Apartments | Upper & Lower Pines | Apartment | $1,615 |
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Rockford Overview
With a population of nearly 150,000, Rockford offers all the amenities of a big city without the traffic, congestion, or hassles associated with dense urban environments. Just 90 miles from the center of Chicago, Rockford is a good place to work, live and raise a family. There�s plenty of year-round recreation and cultural opportunities, and housing is affordable.
Why live in Rockford, IL?
The Rockford-Belvidere areas offer high wage auto and high tech manufacturing and health care jobs, along with employment in education and retail. The average commute length for Rockford residents in 2010 lasted 21 minutes, compared to 31 minutes for metropolitan Chicago residents. Besides enjoying an easy commute, Rockford provides all the big city benefits in clean and quiet environment without the high cost of living in nearby suburbs.
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Getting Around Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Rockford Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Rockford Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Rockford is $1,061.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Rockford Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rockford is a 965 square feet unit at Pembrook Place Apartments.
What is the average size for Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Rockford is currently 0 sq ft.
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