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Rockford Housing Authority
1000 Chamberlain StRockford, IL 61107
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902 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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1226 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Signal Hill, Rockford, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Signal Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signal Hill Studio Apartments | $1,012 | $625 | $1,399 |
| Signal Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $979 | $480 | $1,599 |
| Signal Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,196 | $480 | $2,500 |
| Signal Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $950 | $1,350 |
| Signal Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Signal Hill Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Signal Hill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Signal Hill area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. Windsor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Signal Hill apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Windsor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $600 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Signal Hill, IL
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Signal Hill area is the $0.90 price per square foot 916 N Church St Model at 916 N Church St, Unit Upper Apt. in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Signal Hill apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $975 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the North Rockford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Signal Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 916 N Church St, Unit Upper Apt. | 916 N Church St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Carlton Apartments | 3 bedroom 1.5 bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.70 |
| 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 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 |
| Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 2908 Charles St, Unit B | 2908 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 2206 8th Ave, Unit #2 | 2206 8th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Signal Hill Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Signal Hill Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Signal Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Signal Hill is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Signal Hill costs $1,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Signal Hill?
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 8 regular apartments in Signal Hill 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 Signal Hill?
Cheap apartments in Signal Hill have an average cost of $235 which is $1,115 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Signal Hill.
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