1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IL (177 Rentals)

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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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Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 02, 2026

There are currently 410 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Rockford, IL that range in price from $480 to $1,870. Midtown/East, Outer Midtown East and Southwest Rockford 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$950$480
Outer Midtown East23$950$480
Southwest Rockford17$899$480
Northwest Rockford16$897$480
Central Park15$899$480
Edgewater Winnebago15$899$480
Highland Winnebago15$972$480
North End Square15$899$480
Downtown Rockford14$950$480
Jackson Oaks14$950$480

Largest Available Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rockford, IL is found at Pembrook Place in the Rolling Green neighborhood and is 1,070 square feet priced from $1,605. Rock River Tower Apartments in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 910 square feet and currently listed start at $1,699. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Rockford:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Pembrook PlaceChestnut1,070 Sq Ft$1,605
Rock River Tower ApartmentsLuxury 1 Bedroom Apartment with River View910 Sq Ft$1,699
Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE!Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer840 Sq Ft$1,145
Riverside Apartments - OPEN HOUSE 11/231br/1ba with washer and dryer800 Sq Ft$1,145
Immaculate Updated 1 and 2 Bedrooms with 1 Bath1BR/1.0BA800 Sq Ft$925
Windsor Apartments- 1st Month FREE!1 Bed 1 Bath + Washer/Dryer700 Sq Ft$1,145
Valkommen Plaza1 Bedroom 1 Bath676 Sq Ft$1,155
1404 E State St Apartments1404 Nook660 Sq Ft$1,150
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath650 Sq Ft$715

Cheapest Available Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 02, 2026 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 $1,012. 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
Longwood Garden Apartments1 Bedroom$718
The ArborsOne Bedroom Cypress$800
Riverside Terrace ApartmentsRiverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom$925
Immaculate Updated 1 and 2 Bedrooms with 1 Bath1BR/1.0BA$925
Windsor Apartments- 1st Month FREE!1 Bed 1 Bath$925
Wesleyan Apartments2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave$995
Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE!Newly Renovated 1BR$995

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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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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 $1,012.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rockford is a 1,070 square feet unit starting from $1,605 at Pembrook Place.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Rockford is currently 698 sq ft.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!