Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $900 (17 Rentals)

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Northwest Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Windsor Apartments3 bedroom 2 bathroom3BR,2BA$600
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$825
The ArborsOne Bedroom Cypress1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Rockford, IL

As of June 05, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1118 9th Ave, Unit #11118 9th Ave2BR,1BA$0.71
1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor1510 School St3BR,1BA$0.75
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$0.69
520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper520 N Horsman St3BR,1BA$0.82
1229 S Church St, Unit #21229 S Church St3BR,1BA$1.03
Windsor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$0.87
2908 Charles St, Unit B2908 Charles St2BR,1BA$1.09
2206 8th Ave, Unit #22206 8th Ave1BR,1BA$0.94
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Rockford

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Rockford?

There are currently 162 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Rockford, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $2,500. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Rockford ranging from $900 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Rockford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Rockford ranges from $900 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,440.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northwest Rockford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwest Rockford range from $950 to $1,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

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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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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Written by: Sandy Baker

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