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1727 Remington Rd
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2804 Halsted Rd
RockfordIL61101
3023 Parkside Ave
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714 S Greenview Ave
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2316 Rockwell St
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314 N Longwood St
RockfordIL61107
2020 Midway Dr
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1812 S 4th St
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3108 Charles St
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Rockford, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,350 | $900 | $2,750 |
| Rockford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,657 | $1,250 | $2,500 |
| Rockford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,614 | $1,475 | $1,800 |
| Rockford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
| Rockford 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rockford, IL
Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rockford, IL area range in price from $900 to $3,000 with an overall median price of $2,473. The three Rockford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are CMC at $1,200, Airport at $900, and Camp Grant at $1,200. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMC | $1,287 | $1,200 | 1 |
| Airport | $1,349 | $900 | 11 |
| Camp Grant | $1,349 | $1,200 | 4 |
| Central/Southwest Rockford | $1,495 | $900 | 13 |
| Central Terrace | $1,495 | $925 | 11 |
| Outer Central Southwest Rockford | $1,495 | $900 | 13 |
| Outer South Rockford | $1,495 | $900 | 16 |
| South Rockford | $1,495 | $900 | 16 |
| North Rockford | $1,500 | $900 | 8 |
| Ellis Heights | $1,547 | $900 | 18 |
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. Roberts Court in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockford apartments for rent:
| 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 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $876 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IL
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rockford area is the $0.71 price per square foot 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Model at Carlton Apartments in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Rockford apartment is the 1118 9th Ave Model at 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 starting at $960 with a $0.71 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Apartments | 3 bedroom 1.5 bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 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 | $0.81 |
| 2807 Glenwood Ave, Unit #1 | 2807 Glenwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 2908 Charles St, Unit B | 2908 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Rockford?
There are currently 357 Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,150. There are also 72 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rockford ranging from $900 to $3,000.
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 $900 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,778.
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 $3,150, 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 $1,475 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.
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