Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Highland Square Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $500 (29 Rentals)

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Skyrise Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Skyrise Apartments

837 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
Senior Living
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Somerset Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Somerset Apartments

1020 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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CREEKVIEW APARTMENTS
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

CREEKVIEW APARTMENTS

4878 Creekview RdRockford, IL 61108
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718 N Court St
1 Bedroom Apartments

718 N Court St

718 N Court StRockford, IL 61103
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167 Flintridge Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

167 Flintridge Dr

167 Flintridge DrRockford, IL 61107
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Valencia Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valencia Apartments

500-518 Fisher AveRockford, IL 61103
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Mandel Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mandel Apartments

838 N Church StRockford, IL 61103
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Crestview Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestview Manor

2319 Eastmoreland AveRockford, IL 61108
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Main Street Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Main Street Apartments

929-935 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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North Highland Square, Rockford, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Highland Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Highland Square area of Rockford, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Roberts Court priced from $715. Creekview Apartments - Half off 1st month! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable North Highland Square apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Creekview Apartments - Half off 1st month!Newly Renovated 1BR1BR,1BA$995
Wesleyan Apartments2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave1BR,1BA$995
***CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES***Garden2BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Highland Square, IL

As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Highland Square area is the $0.83 price per square foot 409 Grove St Model at 409 Grove St in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value North Highland Square apartment is the 520 N Horsman St Model at 520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper starting at $950 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Highland Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
409 Grove St409 Grove St2BR,1.5BA$0.83
520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper520 N Horsman St3BR,1BA$0.82
1407 7th Ave, Unit 1 down1407 7th Ave1BR,1BA$0.80
Laramie Apartment Homes4126 Laramie Lane2BR,1BA$1.34
Creekview Apartments - Half off 1st month!Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer1BR,1BA$1.36
***CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES***Upper floor with dishwasher2BR,1BA$1.31
1617 12th Ave, Unit upper1617 12th Ave2BR,1BA$0.99
1912 Charles St, Unit 2nd floor1912 Charles St2BR,1BA$1.29
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
4008 16th Ave, Unit 44008 16th Ave1BR,1BA$1.40

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Highland Square, Rockford, IL

Ranked #12

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including North Highland Square, Rockford, and the greater Rockford area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the North Highland Square Neighborhood in Rockford, IL

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Highland Square Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Highland Square Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Highland Square Apartment is $715 at Roberts Court.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Highland Square Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Highland Square is starting from $850 at Roberts Court.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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