
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown North Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (3 Rentals)
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Midtown North, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown North?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Midtown North Studio Apartments | $1,399 | $1,399 | $1,399 |
Midtown North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $773 | $480 | $1,599 |
Midtown North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $480 | $2,500 |
Midtown North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $1,225 | $1,500 |
Midtown North 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Midtown North Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown North, IL
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown North area is the $0.71 price per square foot 1118 9th Ave Model at 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $960. The second greatest value Midtown North apartment is the 1704 9th St Model at 1704 9th St, Unit 1 starting at $1,500 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the East Rockford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown North apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
1704 9th St, Unit 1 | 1704 9th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
1416 E State St Apartments | 1416 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Harrison Ave | Harrison Ave - 2 Bedroom (No Balcony) | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
1404 E State St Apartments | 1404 State Side | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
220 N 4th St, Unit #2 | 220 N 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main 1 Bed Side | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMidtown North, Rockford, IL
Ranked #23
Among neighborhoods in Rockford, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown North Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown North?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown North is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Midtown North costs $1,399.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown North?
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 5 regular apartments in Midtown North that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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