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River District, Rockford, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Longwood Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$718

Best Value Apartments for Rent in River District, IL

As of December 10, 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 1030 N Church St Model at 1030 N Church St, Unit Lower starting at $1,050 with a $0.84 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor1510 School St3BR,1BA$0.75
1030 N Church St, Unit Lower1030 N Church St2BR,1BA$0.84
1913 Douglas St, Unit Edgewater Neighborhood1913 Douglas St2BR,1BA$0.89
1229 S Church St, Unit #21229 S Church St3BR,1BA$1.03
1018 Haskell Ave, Unit #21018 Haskell Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
1529 12th St, Unit #41529 12th St1BR,1BA$1.32
1912 Charles St, Unit 2nd floor1912 Charles St2BR,1BA$1.29
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
1119 N Winnebago St, Unit Upper1119 N Winnebago St2BR,1BA$1.16
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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River District, Rockford, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions about River District

What type of rentals are currently available in River District?

There are currently 121 Apartments for Rent in River District, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $2,500. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River District ranging from $675 to $2,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in River District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River District ranges from $675 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,421.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.