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Rockford Housing Authority
223 S Winnebago StRockford, IL 61102
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (23 Rentals)
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1119 N Winnebago St, Unit Upper
1119 N Winnebago StRockford, IL 61103
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Longwood Garden Apartments
1055 E State StRockford, IL 61104
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1319 Clover Ave
RockfordIL61102
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1113 Ferguson St
RockfordIL61102
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The Arbors
3936 Eagle DrRockford, IL 61103
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Northwest Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Rockford Studio Apartments | $1,161 | $850 | $1,399 |
| Northwest Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $907 | $480 | $1,699 |
| Northwest Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,094 | $480 | $2,500 |
| Northwest Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $950 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Rockford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Rockford 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 Northwest Rockford 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Rockford, IL
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Rockford 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 Northwest Rockford apartment is the 1229 S Church St Model at 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 starting at $1,125 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 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 |
| 1617 12th Ave, Unit upper | 1617 12th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 216 N 4th St, Unit 1 | 216 N 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 1119 N Winnebago St, Unit Upper | 1119 N Winnebago St | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Illinois, including Rockford. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Rockford is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Northwest Rockford costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Rockford?
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 Northwest Rockford 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 Northwest Rockford?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Rockford have an average cost of $267 which is $1,433 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Rockford.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!