
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Midtown East Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (22 Rentals)
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409 9th St

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2802 S Main St, Unit Unit #3

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Midtown East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Midtown East Studio Apartments | $1,461 | $850 | $1,943 |
| Outer Midtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,084 | $480 | $1,699 |
| Outer Midtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $480 | $2,300 |
| Outer Midtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,195 | $4,230 |
| Outer Midtown East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Midtown East Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Outer Midtown East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Midtown East area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. Longwood Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $718. Here are the most affordable Outer Midtown East apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Longwood Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $718 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Versailles Place Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Midtown East, IL
As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Midtown East area is the $1.10 price per square foot Avalon Model at Harbour East in the in the East Rockford neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Outer Midtown East apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 3428 Harrison Ave starting at $1,500 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Midtown East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbour East | Avalon | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
| 3428 Harrison Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| 1030 N Church St, Unit 1030 N Church st | 1030 N Church St | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 1505 Benton St, Unit 1507 | 1505 Benton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Versailles Place Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 409 9th St | 409 9th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Midtown East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Midtown East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Midtown East is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Midtown East?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Midtown East is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Outer Midtown East costs $1,735.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Midtown East?
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 13 regular apartments in Outer Midtown East 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 Outer Midtown East?
Cheap apartments in Outer Midtown East have an average cost of $312 which is $1,423 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Midtown East.
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