
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (15 Rentals)
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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 | $1,161 | $850 | $1,399 |
| Downtown Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $928 | $480 | $1,699 |
| Downtown Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,074 | $480 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $987 | $925 | $1,125 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Rockford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown 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 Downtown 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 |
| Wesleyan Apartments | 2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rockford, IL
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown 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 Downtown 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 |
| 1407 7th Ave, Unit 1 down | 1407 7th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 1617 12th Ave, Unit upper | 1617 12th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 1912 Charles St, Unit 2nd floor | 1912 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 2802 S Main St, Unit 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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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Rockford, Rockford, IL
Ranked #36
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Rockford, Rockford, IL
Constance Lane Elementary School
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
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Getting Around the Downtown Rockford Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Rockford is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Downtown Rockford costs $1,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 Downtown Rockford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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