Cheap Homes for Rent in Midtown/East Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $900 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Midtown/East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Midtown/East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,330 | $900 | $1,700 |
Midtown/East 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,593 | $1,300 | $2,495 |
Midtown/East 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,790 | $1,475 | $2,400 |
Midtown/East 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown/East Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Midtown/East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown/East area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. Windsor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Midtown/East apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
Windsor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $600 |
718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
914 N Court St, Rockford ILL 61103 | 914 N Court St | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown/East, IL
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown/East 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/East apartment is the 2 bedroom one bathroom Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.69 price per square foot in the North Rockford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown/East 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 |
Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
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 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
2802 S Main St, Unit #7 | 2802 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
914 N Court St, Rockford ILL 61103 | 914 N Court St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown/East
What type of rentals are currently available in Midtown/East?
There are currently 279 Apartments for Rent in Midtown/East, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,150. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Midtown/East ranging from $900 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Midtown/East?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Midtown/East ranges from $900 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,428.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Midtown/East?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Midtown/East range from $568 to $3,150, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,475 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.
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