
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central/Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $480 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central/Southwest Rockford area of Rockford.


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central/Southwest Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central/Southwest Rockford Studio Apartments | $995 | $995 | $995 |
| Central/Southwest Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $820 | $1,450 |
| Central/Southwest Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $970 | $2,200 |
| Central/Southwest Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central/Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Central/Southwest Rockford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central/Southwest Rockford area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Roberts Court priced from $970. Whitestone Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Central/Southwest Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roberts Court | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main 1 Bed Front | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Rockford Ridge | 3BR 2BTH | 3BR,2BA | $1,229 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central/Southwest Rockford, IL
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central/Southwest Rockford area is the $0.97 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Roberts Court in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $970. The second greatest value Central/Southwest Rockford apartment is the 3BR 2BTH Model at Rockford Ridge starting at $1,229 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central/Southwest Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roberts Court | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Rockford Ridge | 3BR 2BTH | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main 1 Bed Front | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central/Southwest Rockford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central/Southwest Rockford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central/Southwest Rockford Apartment is $995 at Whitestone Manor Apartments.
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