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1226 N Main StRockford, 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 | $1,012 | $625 | $1,399 |
| Northwest Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $969 | $480 | $1,599 |
| Northwest Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,194 | $480 | $2,500 |
| Northwest Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $950 | $1,850 |
| Northwest Rockford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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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. Windsor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. 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 |
| Windsor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $600 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Arbors | One Bedroom Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Rockford, IL
As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Rockford area is the $0.71 price per square foot 1118 9th Ave Model at 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $960. The second greatest value Northwest Rockford apartment is the 1510 School St Model at 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $950 with a $0.75 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| 520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper | 520 N Horsman St | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 2908 Charles St, Unit B | 2908 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 2206 8th Ave, Unit #2 | 2206 8th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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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 $1,350.
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 11 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 $201 which is $1,149 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Rockford.
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