
Cheap Homes for Rent in Palmwood Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $800 (10 Rentals)
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Palmwood, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Palmwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Palmwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,245 | $825 | $1,750 |
Palmwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,726 | $1,250 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Palmwood Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Palmwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palmwood area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. Creekview Apartments - First Month FREE! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Palmwood apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
Creekview Apartments - First Month FREE! | Newly Renovated 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
***CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES*** | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmwood, IL
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palmwood area is the $1.05 price per square foot 102 7th St Model at 102 7th St, Unit UNIT 2 in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Palmwood apartment is the 1719 Post Ave Model at 1719 Post Ave, Unit Upper starting at $2,695 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Downtown Rockford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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102 7th St, Unit UNIT 2 | 102 7th St | 4BR,1BA | $1.05 |
1719 Post Ave, Unit Upper | 1719 Post Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Carnaby Square Apartments | St Louis Ave - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Creekview Apartments - First Month FREE! | Newly Renovated 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
***CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES*** | Upper floor with dishwasher | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
2908 Charles St, Unit B | 2908 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
1912 Charles St, Unit 2nd floor | 1912 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
1404 E State St Apartments | 1404 Nook | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Wesleyan Apartments | 2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePalmwood, Rockford, IL
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Best Local Schools in Palmwood, Rockford, IL
Maud E Johnson Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palmwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Palmwood?
There are currently 110 Apartments for Rent in Palmwood, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $2,695. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palmwood ranging from $800 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Palmwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Palmwood ranges from $800 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,359.
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