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Luther Center Senior Apartments
111 W State StRockford, IL 61101
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central/Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (13 Rentals)
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Roberts Court
719 N Court StRockford, IL 61103
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Rockford Housing Authority
223 S Winnebago StRockford, IL 61102
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718 N Court St
718 N Court StRockford, IL 61103
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Burnham Lofts
202-206 W State StRockford, IL 61101
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William Brown Lofts
226 S Main StRockford, IL 61101
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301 S Main St
301 S Main StRockford, IL 61101
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Residences at Talcott
321 W State StRockford, IL 61101
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2305 School St
2305 School StRockford, IL 61101
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CA Flats
327 W Jefferson StRockford, IL 61102
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Rockford Ridge
3552 Elm StRockford, IL 61102
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2130 Auburn Apartments
2130 Auburn StRockford, IL 61103
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
Blackhawk Courts
338 15th AveRockford, IL 61104
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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 | $1,022 | $850 | $1,195 |
| Central/Southwest Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,041 | $480 | $1,450 |
| Central/Southwest Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $480 | $2,200 |
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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. 718 N Court St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $780. 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 |
| 718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,081 |
| Luther Center Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central/Southwest Rockford, IL
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central/Southwest Rockford area is the $1.63 price per square foot 1 BED Model at Nu-State Apartments in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,340. The second greatest value Central/Southwest Rockford apartment is the 2BD 1 BTH Model at Rockford Ridge starting at $1,081 with a $1.52 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nu-State Apartments | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Luther Center Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Water Power Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.62 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Julia Lathrop Elementary School
Rockford School District 205
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Rockford School District 205
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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 $1,365.
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.
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