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501 N Prospect St
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501 N Prospect St

501 N Prospect StRockford, IL 61107

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4205 8th St
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4205 8th St

4205 8th StRockford, IL 61109
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1912 Bell Ave
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1912 Bell Ave

1912 Bell AveRockford, IL 61103
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411 Mulberry St
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411 Mulberry St

411 Mulberry StRockford, IL 61101
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150 Loomis St
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150 Loomis St

150 Loomis StRockford, IL 61101
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1312 7th St
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1312 7th St

1312 7th StRockford, IL 61104
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120 Regan St
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120 Regan St

120 Regan StRockford, IL 61107
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1118 Furman St
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1118 Furman St

1118 Furman StRockford, IL 61101
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1140 N Main St
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1140 N Main St

1140 N Main StRockford, IL 61103

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1655 Charles St
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1655 Charles St

1655 Charles StRockford, IL 61104
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716 Kishwaukee Ct
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716 Kishwaukee Ct

716 Kishwaukee CtRockford, IL 61104
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805 N Court St
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805 N Court St

805 N Court StRockford, IL 61103
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Conklin Apartments
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Conklin Apartments

2525 Conklin DrRockford, IL 61101
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925 N Church Rd
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925 N Church Rd

925 N Church RdRockford, IL 61103
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1127 11th Ave
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1127 11th Ave

1127 11th AveRockford, IL 61104
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2910 Halsted Rd
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2910 Halsted Rd

2910 Halsted RdRockford, IL 61101
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2335 Broadway
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2335 Broadway

2335 BroadwayRockford, IL 61104
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1136 N Church St
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1136 N Church St

1136 N Church StRockford, IL 61103

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Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 16, 2025

There are currently 375 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 Highland Winnebago 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:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Midtown/East23$995$480
Outer Midtown East23$995$480
Highland Winnebago16$947$480
Midtown Rockford14$900$480
Northwest Rockford14$895$480
Southwest Rockford13$895$480
Downtown Rockford12$995$480
Edgewater Winnebago12$897$480
Jackson Oaks12$995$480
Midtown Winnebago12$995$480

Largest Available Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rockford, IL is found at Creekview Apartments - Half off 1st month! in the East Rockford neighborhood and is 840 square feet priced from $1,145. Beacon Hill Apartments in the Camp Grant neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 830 square feet and currently listed start at $1,050. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Rockford:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Creekview Apartments - Half off 1st month!Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer840 Sq Ft$1,145
Beacon Hill ApartmentsMagnolia830 Sq Ft$1,050
Riverside Apartments1br/1ba with washer and dryer800 Sq Ft$1,145
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom1BR/1.0BA750 Sq Ft$900
Windsor Apartments- 1st Month FREE!1 Bed 1 Bath + Washer/Dryer700 Sq Ft$1,145
1404 E State St Apartments1404 Nook660 Sq Ft$1,195
Nu-State Apartments1 BED559 Sq Ft$1,365

Cheapest Available Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 16, 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 $996. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Rockford:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 1 Bed$480
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath$715
The ArborsOne Bedroom Cypress$800
Riverside Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA$895
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom1BR/1.0BA$900
Windsor Apartments- 1st Month FREE!1 Bed 1 Bath$925
Great Oaks ApartmentsPrimrose at Great Oaks$941

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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

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45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Rockford Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Rockford with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Rockford is at Rockford Housing Authority listed at $480.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Rockford Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Rockford is $996.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Rockford Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rockford is a 840 square feet unit starting from $1,145 at Creekview Apartments - Half off 1st month!.

What is the average size for Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Rockford is currently 1,550 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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