
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL (160 Rentals)


Water Power Lofts

Roberts Court

Whitestone Manor Apartments

1416 E State St Apartments

Rock River Tower Apartments

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1719 Post Ave, Unit Upper

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106 7th St, Unit 2

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303 S 3rd St, Unit Upstairs

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1912 Charles St, Unit 2nd floor
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1018 Haskell Ave, Unit #1

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2912 Charles St, Unit A

1624 13th Ave

1007 Garfield Ave, Unit 4

917 N Winnebago St

116 Regan St

1111 N Church St

2126 Auburn St

2135 7th St

2123 7th St
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301-303 N Longwood St

1319 12th St

921 11th St

1017 Furman St

1015 Furman St

2215 Hecker Ave

319 Albert Ave

1140 N Church St

514 E State St

2213 Logan St
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2426 Benderwirt Ave

133 S Chicago Ave

1822 7th St

725 S 5th St

314 N Longwood St

736 N 2nd St

1307 Jackson St

1309 Jackson St

964 N Court St

905 N Winnebago St
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1609 Ethel Ave

1439 8th Ave

132 N Chicago Ave

1322 S 6th St

705 Corbin St

1430 N Church St

518 Rome Ave

1804 Latham St

1812 Huffman Blvd

1916 Harlem Blvd
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Downtown Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rockford Studio Apartments | $1,197 | $995 | $1,399 |
| Downtown Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $800 | $1,699 |
| Downtown Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,411 | $950 | $2,695 |
| Downtown Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $1,300 | $1,675 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,397 | $1,100 | $1,795 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,729 | $1,500 | $2,800 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,693 | $1,200 | $2,450 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $1,947 | $1,795 | $2,100 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Rockford, Rockford, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Rockford, Rockford, IL
Constance Lane Elementary School
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Rockford
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Rockford area of Rockford, IL?
As of today, August 24, 2026, there are currently 160 available Downtown Rockford apartments priced from $800 to $2,695, with an average monthly rent of $1,331.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Rockford Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Rockford ranges from $800 to $1,699 with an average monthly rent of $1,116.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Rockford cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Rockford range from $950 to $2,695. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,411.
How expensive are Downtown Rockford Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 19 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Rockford on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $1,675 - averaging $1,412 for the location.
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