Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Rock Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $500 (25 Rentals)

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Sun Valley Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sun Valley Terrace

3359 Sun Valley TerRockford, IL 61103
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Conklin Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Conklin Apartments

2525 Conklin DrRockford, IL 61101
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2743 City View Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

2743 City View Ct

2743 City View CtRockford, IL 61103
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Overdene Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Overdene Apartments

1603 Overdene AveRockford, IL 61103
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4321 Lori Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

4321 Lori Dr

4321 Lori DrRockford, IL 61114
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1151 Minns Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1151 Minns Dr

1151 Minns DrMachesney Park, IL 61115
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1110 Minns Dr
Studio Apartments

1110 Minns Dr

1110 Minns DrMachesney Park, IL 61115

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531-535 Pearl Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

531-535 Pearl Ave

531-535 Pearl AveLoves Park, IL 61111
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961 Minns Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

961 Minns Dr

961 Minns DrMachesney Park, IL 61115
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7820 Venus St
2 Bedroom Apartments

7820 Venus St

7820 Venus StLoves Park, IL 61111
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523 Hanna Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

523 Hanna Ct

523 Hanna CtLoves Park, IL 61111

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Garden Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court

7812 Venus StLoves Park, IL 61111
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North Rock, Rockford, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Rock Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Rock area of Rockford, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Arbors priced from $800. Riverside Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable North Rock apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The ArborsOne Bedroom Cypress1BR,1BA$800
Riverside Terrace ApartmentsRiverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Riverside Apartments - OPEN HOUSE 11/23Studio with washer and dryer1BR,1BA$1,045
Halsted Park ApartmentsNewly Remodeled 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,299
Riverside Glen Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Rock, IL

As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Rock area is the $1.51 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at The Haven at Willow Creek in the in the North Rock neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value North Rock apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Riverside Glen Apartments starting at $1,325 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the North Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Rock apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Haven at Willow Creek3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.51
Riverside Glen Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.24
3312 Sablewood Dr, Unit 13312 Sablewood Dr2BR,1BA$1.08
Halsted Park ApartmentsNewly Remodeled 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.53
Riverside Apartments - OPEN HOUSE 11/23Studio with washer and dryer1BR,1BA$1.61
Riverside Terrace ApartmentsRiverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42
The ArborsOne Bedroom Cypress1BR,1BA$1.60
4928 N 2nd St, Unit 24928 N 2nd St1BR,1BA$5.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Rock, Rockford, IL

Ranked #8

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Rock Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Rock?

The cheapest apartment in North Rock is The Arbors which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in North Rock costs $1,345.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Rock?

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 1 regular apartments in North Rock 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 Rock?

Cheap apartments in North Rock have an average cost of $273 which is $1,072 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Rock.

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.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.