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Rockford Housing Authority
223 S Winnebago StRockford, IL 61102
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central/Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (10 Rentals)
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Whitestone Manor Apartments
529 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
1113 Ferguson St
RockfordIL61102
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203 Howard Ave
RockfordIL61102
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Central/Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide
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 | $1,042 | $850 | $1,235 |
| Central/Southwest Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $776 | $480 | $1,395 |
| Central/Southwest Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $960 | $480 | $1,850 |
| Central/Southwest Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,008 | $950 | $1,125 |
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There are currently 10 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 Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. Roberts Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable Central/Southwest Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,081 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central/Southwest Rockford, IL
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central/Southwest Rockford area is the $0.75 price per square foot 1510 School St Model at 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Central/Southwest Rockford apartment is the 409 Grove St Model at 409 Grove St starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 409 Grove St | 409 Grove St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| 520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper | 520 N Horsman St | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Nu-State Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| 2802 S Main St, Unit #4 | 2802 S Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Best Local Schools in Central/Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL
Julia Lathrop Elementary School
Rockford School District 205
Public School - Grades K-5 (295)
1 out of 10
Rockford Envrnmntl Science Academy
Rockford School District 205
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1051)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central/Southwest Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central/Southwest Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in Central/Southwest Rockford is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Central/Southwest Rockford costs $1,042.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central/Southwest Rockford?
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 7 regular apartments in Central/Southwest Rockford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central/Southwest Rockford?
Cheap apartments in Central/Southwest Rockford have an average cost of $426 which is $616 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central/Southwest Rockford.
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