Cheap Homes for Rent in Central/Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $900 (5 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central/Southwest Rockford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central/Southwest Rockford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,270 | $950 | $1,575 |
Central/Southwest Rockford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,661 | $1,250 | $2,500 |
Central/Southwest Rockford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,487 | $1,400 | $1,600 |
Central/Southwest Rockford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
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There are currently 5 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 1 Bed unit found at Roberts Court priced from $715. Whitestone Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Central/Southwest Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,081 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central/Southwest Rockford, IL
As of September 13, 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 520 N Horsman St Model at 520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper starting at $950 with a $0.82 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. |
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1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
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 |
Water Power Lofts | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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 |
Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.62 |
2802 S Main St, Unit Unit #4 | 2802 S Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Best Local Schools in Central/Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central/Southwest Rockford
What type of rentals are currently available in Central/Southwest Rockford?
There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in Central/Southwest Rockford, IL with pricing that ranges from $715 to $2,250. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central/Southwest Rockford ranging from $900 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central/Southwest Rockford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central/Southwest Rockford ranges from $900 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,402.
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