
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Park Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (42 Rentals)
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Longwood Garden Apartments

1029 Spafford Ave

1007 Garfield Ave

The Arbors

Roberts Court

Whitestone Manor Apartments

1118 Revell Ave
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Halsted Park Apartments

1110 N Horace Ave

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1913 Douglas St

Riverside Terrace Apartments

Riverside Apartments

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1030 N Church St, Unit 1030 N Church st

1259 N Main St

Luther Center Senior Apartments
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1140 N Church St

Riverside Glen Apartments

Nu-State Apartments

Water Power Lofts

Skyrise Apartments

Sun Valley Terrace

Somerset Apartments

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Valencia Apartments

Haskell Park Apartments

718 N Court St

914 N Court St, Rockford ILL 61103

Mandel Apartments

Carlton Apartments

Hershey Manor Apartments

Kemper Manor Apartments
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Main Street Apartments

201 N Independence Ave

Rockford Ridge

2915 Sherman Ave

1404 E State St

Midtown Lofts

Burnham Lofts

619 Miriam Ave
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Valkommen Plaza

William Brown Lofts
Central Park, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Park Studio Apartments | $1,048 | $750 | $1,399 |
| Central Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,021 | $480 | $1,699 |
| Central Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $480 | $2,300 |
| Central Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $1,199 | $1,399 |
| Central Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Central Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Park area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. Longwood Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $718. Here are the most affordable Central Park apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Longwood Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $718 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main 1 Bed Side | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Riverside Apartments | Studio with washer and dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,081 |
| 1404 E State St | 1404 State Side | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Park, IL
As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Park area is the $0.84 price per square foot 1030 N Church St Model at 1030 N Church St, Unit 1030 N Church st in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Central Park apartment is the 2 bedroom one bathroom Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $850 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1030 N Church St, Unit 1030 N Church st | 1030 N Church St | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 1913 Douglas St | 1913 Douglas St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Riverside Glen Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 216 Adams St | 216 Adams St | 4BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Luther Center Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main 1 Bed Side | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Park?
The cheapest apartment in Central Park is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Central Park costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Central Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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