Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Highland Square Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $535 (80 Rentals)

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property at 1319 12th St

$1,175

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1319 12th St

RockfordIL61104
property at 1624 13th Ave

$1,200

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$1,200
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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1624 13th Ave

RockfordIL61104
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303 S 3rd St, Unit Upstairs
$1,275
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303 S 3rd St, Unit Upstairs

303 S 3rd StRockford, IL 61104
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property at 4534 Apple Orchard Ln

$1,400

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4534 Apple Orchard Ln

RockfordIL61108
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Skyrise Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Skyrise Apartments

837 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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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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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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718 N Court St
1 Bedroom Apartments

718 N Court St

718 N Court StRockford, IL 61103
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Windsor Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Apartments

902 N Main 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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Carlton Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton Apartments

948 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 2 Beds unit found at Windsor Apartments priced from $825. Carlton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable North Highland Square apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$825
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$875
Roberts Court2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1BA$970
Creekview ApartmentsNewly Renovated 1BR1BR,1BA$995
**CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES**Garden2BR,1BA$1,000
Wesleyan Apartments2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave1BR,1BA$1,095
Valkommen Plaza1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,155

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Highland Square, IL

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Highland Square area is the $0.73 price per square foot 303 S 3rd St Model at 303 S 3rd St, Unit Upstairs in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value North Highland Square apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Windsor Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.67 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.
303 S 3rd St, Unit Upstairs303 S 3rd St2BR,1BA$0.73
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$0.73
Roberts Court2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Creekview ApartmentsNewly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer1BR,1BA$1.36
2912 Charles St, Unit A2912 Charles St2BR,1BA$1.19
**CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES**Upper floor with dishwasher2BR,1BA$1.31
1912 Charles St, Unit 2nd floor1912 Charles St2BR,1BA$1.36
Valkommen Plaza1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.71
1018 Haskell Ave, Unit #11018 Haskell Ave1BR,1BA$1.33

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North Highland Square, Rockford, IL

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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!

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 $995 at Creekview Apartments.

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 $825 at Windsor Apartments.

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