
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North End Square Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (17 Rentals)
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North End Square, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North End Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North End Square Studio Apartments | $1,161 | $850 | $1,399 |
| North End Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $918 | $480 | $1,699 |
| North End Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $480 | $2,500 |
| North End Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $950 | $1,345 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North End Square Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available North End Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North End Square area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. Roberts Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable North End Square apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| 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 |
| Longwood Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $718 |
| The Arbors | One Bedroom Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North End Square, IL
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the North End Square 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 North End Square apartment is the 216 Adams St Model at 216 Adams St, Unit 1 starting at $1,150 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North End Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 216 Adams St, Unit 1 | 216 Adams St | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 3312 Sablewood Dr, Unit 1 | 3312 Sablewood Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 1018 Haskell Ave, Unit #2 | 1018 Haskell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 216 N 4th St, Unit 1 | 216 N 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 1119 N Winnebago St, Unit Upper | 1119 N Winnebago St | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 2857 City View Dr, Unit 3 | 2857 City View Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth End Square, Rockford, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Illinois including North End Square, Rockford, and the greater Rockford area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North End Square Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North End Square?
The cheapest apartment in North End Square is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in North End Square costs $1,325.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North End Square?
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 9 regular apartments in North End Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North End Square?
Cheap apartments in North End Square have an average cost of $330 which is $995 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North End Square.
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