
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River District Rockford, IL from $400 (13 Rentals)
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River District, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River District Studio Apartments | $1,161 | $850 | $1,399 |
| River District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $868 | $480 | $1,699 |
| River District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,108 | $480 | $2,500 |
| River District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $987 | $925 | $1,125 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River District Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available River District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River District 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 River District 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 |
| 1404 E State St Apartments | 1404 State Side | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Nu-State Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River District, IL
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the River District 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 River District 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 River District 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 |
| 520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper | 520 N Horsman St | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 1407 7th Ave, Unit 1 down | 1407 7th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 1416 E State St Apartments | 1416 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 1912 Charles St, Unit 2nd floor | 1912 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1404 E State St Apartments | 1404 Nook | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 2802 S Main St, Unit Unit #4 | 2802 S Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver District, Rockford, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the River District Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River District Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River District Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River District is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
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