
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Central Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Central Southwest Rockford area of Rockford.


Roberts Court

Rockford Housing Authority

718 N Court St

Burnham Lofts

William Brown Lofts
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Outer Central Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Central Southwest Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Central Southwest Rockford Studio Apartments | $600 | $600 | $600 |
| Outer Central Southwest Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $700 | $480 | $1,100 |
| Outer Central Southwest Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $782 | $480 | $1,300 |
| Outer Central Southwest Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,037 | $950 | $1,125 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Central Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Outer Central Southwest Rockford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Central Southwest 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 Outer Central Southwest 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 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,081 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Central Southwest Rockford, IL
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Central Southwest 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 Outer Central Southwest 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 Outer Central Southwest Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Central Southwest Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Central Southwest Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Central Southwest Rockford is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Outer Central Southwest Rockford costs $1,037.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Central Southwest 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 7 regular apartments in Outer Central Southwest Rockford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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