Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $500 (29 Rentals)

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130 Flintridge Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

130 Flintridge Dr

130 Flintridge DrRockford, IL 61107

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4436 Lori Dr
5 Bedroom Apartments

4436 Lori Dr

4436 Lori DrRockford, IL 61114
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4141 Eastridge Dr
4 Bedroom Apartments

4141 Eastridge Dr

4141 Eastridge DrRockford, IL 61107
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142 Flintridge Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

142 Flintridge Dr

142 Flintridge DrRockford, IL 61107
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186 Flintridge Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

186 Flintridge Dr

186 Flintridge DrRockford, IL 61107
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4131 Eastridge Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4131 Eastridge Ave

4131 Eastridge AveRockford, IL 61107
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3936 Sage Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3936 Sage Dr

3936 Sage DrRockford, IL 61114
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4703 Turner St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4703 Turner St

4703 Turner StRockford, IL 61107
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CREEKVIEW APARTMENTS
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

CREEKVIEW APARTMENTS

4878 Creekview RdRockford, IL 61108
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Ridgeview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgeview Apartments

331-335 Ridgeview AveRockford, IL 61107
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4321 Lori Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

4321 Lori Dr

4321 Lori DrRockford, IL 61114
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138 Flintridge Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

138 Flintridge Dr

138 Flintridge DrRockford, IL 61107
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Flintridge Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Flintridge Court

4864 Flintridge CtRockford, IL 61107
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Midvale Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Midvale Apartments

5410 Midvale DrRockford, IL 61108
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Greencastle of Munford
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greencastle of Munford

2750 N Mulford RdRockford, IL 61114
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4403 Lori Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4403 Lori Dr

4403 Lori DrRockford, IL 61114
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East Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Rockford Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Rockford area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Versailles Place Apartments priced from $875. Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable East Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Versailles Place Apartments2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$875
Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE!Newly Renovated 1BR1BR,1BA$995
197 Flintridge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,365
2 Bedroom with In-Unit Washer Dryer plus Garage ParkingNewly Remodeled 2Br with In-Unit Washer/Dryer &...2BR,1BA$1,499
Terra Creek ApartmentsYellowstone2BR,1BA$1,520

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Rockford, IL

As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Rockford area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 197 Flintridge in the in the East Rockford neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value East Rockford apartment is the Yellowstone Model at Terra Creek Apartments starting at $1,520 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the East Rockford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
197 Flintridge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.38
Terra Creek ApartmentsYellowstone2BR,1BA$1.57
2 Bedroom with In-Unit Washer Dryer plus Garage ParkingNewly Remodeled 2Br with In-Unit Washer/Dryer &...2BR,1BA$1.57
Versailles Place Apartments2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.97
Creekview Apartments - 1st Month FREE!Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer1BR,1BA$1.36

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Rockford Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Rockford Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Rockford is starting from $800 at Versailles Place Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!