Cheap Homes for Rent in Outer Central Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $900 (6 Rentals)

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Outer Central Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

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 1 Bed unit found at 718 N Court St priced from $625. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
718 N Court St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Whitestone Manor Apartments529 N Main 1 Bed Side1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Central Southwest Rockford, IL

As of June 09, 2025 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 520 N Horsman St Model at 520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper starting at $950 with a $0.82 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor1510 School St3BR,1BA$0.75
520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper520 N Horsman St3BR,1BA$0.82
1229 S Church St, Unit #21229 S Church St3BR,1BA$1.03
Rockford Ridge2BD 1 BTH2BR,1BA$1.47
718 N Court St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93
2802 S Main St, Unit #72802 S Main St1BR,1BA$1.04
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Whitestone Manor Apartments529 N Main 1 Bed Side1BR,1BA$1.58
1912 Sherman Ave, Unit #31912 Sherman Ave1BR,1BA$1.55

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer Central Southwest Rockford

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer Central Southwest Rockford?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Outer Central Southwest Rockford, IL with pricing that ranges from $625 to $2,250. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer Central Southwest Rockford ranging from $900 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer Central Southwest Rockford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer Central Southwest Rockford ranges from $900 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,474.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Outer Central Southwest Rockford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer Central Southwest Rockford range from $950 to $1,595, 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 $1,475 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

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