
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairgrounds Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $700 (6 Rentals)
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Fairgrounds, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairgrounds?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairgrounds 1 Bedroom Apartments | $812 | $725 | $899 |
Fairgrounds 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,049 | $899 | $1,199 |
Fairgrounds 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $950 | $1,125 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairgrounds Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Fairgrounds Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Halsted Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 725 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,081 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairgrounds, IL
As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairgrounds 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 Fairgrounds apartment is the 1229 S Church St Model at 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 starting at $1,125 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairgrounds 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 |
1229 S Church St, Unit #2 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Halsted Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 725 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
1912 Sherman Ave, Unit #3 | 1912 Sherman Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Getting Around the Fairgrounds Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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