Cheap Homes for Rent in Rockford, IL from $800 (23 Rentals)
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828 8th Ave

2622 Hanson St

225 Summit

2316 Rockwell St
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3023 Parkside Ave

6078 Boxwood Dr

1512 Harlem Blvd, Unit Room #4

1214 Morgan St

314 N Longwood St
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2020 Midway Dr

1428 Mulberry St

2305 Broadway

202 Garver Ave

2915 Grinnell Dr

4012 Renn Hart Hills

1518 20th St
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3142 Horton St

1632 Midway Dr
Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Rockford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rockford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,352 | $825 | $2,750 |
Rockford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,701 | $1,250 | $2,500 |
Rockford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,529 | $1,400 | $1,750 |
Rockford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rockford, IL
Pricing Updated: 09/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rockford, IL area range in price from $800 to $2,750 with an overall median price of $1,737. The three Rockford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Camp Grant at $1,200, Airport at $800, and Outer South Rockford at $800. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rockford Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Camp Grant | $1,200 | $1,200 | 1 |
Airport | $1,425 | $800 | 9 |
Outer South Rockford | $1,500 | $800 | 13 |
South Rockford | $1,500 | $800 | 13 |
North Rockford | $1,550 | $900 | 6 |
Central/Southwest Rockford | $1,575 | $900 | 20 |
Midtown Rockford | $1,575 | $800 | 2 |
Outer Central Southwest Rockford | $1,575 | $900 | 20 |
Rolling Green | $1,650 | $800 | 14 |
Alpine Ridge | $1,687 | $900 | 9 |
Cheapest Available Rockford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Millbrook Townhomes in the Outer South Rockford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $491. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockford apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
Millbrook Townhomes | A 30 | 2BR,1BA | $491 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Versailles Place Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IL
As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rockford area is the $0.87 price per square foot A 3x2.5 Model at Millbrook Townhomes in the in the Outer South Rockford neighborhood starting from $1,263. The second greatest value Rockford apartment is the 1510 School St Model at 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $950 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Millbrook Townhomes | A 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.87 |
1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
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 |
Versailles Place Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath balcony | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
4722 Trevor Cir, Unit 1 | 4722 Trevor Cir | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
2908 Charles St, Unit B | 2908 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Best Local Schools in Rockford, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rockford
What type of rentals are currently available in Rockford?
There are currently 360 Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,805. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rockford ranging from $800 to $2,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rockford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rockford ranges from $800 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,488.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rockford?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rockford range from $568 to $3,805, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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