
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Signal Hill Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (17 Rentals)
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Roberts Court

Longwood Garden Apartments

1319 Clover Ave

2608 Canterbury Ln
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1113 Ferguson St

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Sun Valley Terrace

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718 N Court St
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914 N Court St, Rockford ILL 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 | $1,124 | $850 | $1,399 |
| Signal Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $849 | $480 | $1,699 |
| Signal Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $480 | $2,500 |
| Signal Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $950 | $1,250 |
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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. Roberts Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. 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 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Longwood Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $718 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 1404 E State St Apartments | 1404 NE | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Signal Hill, IL
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Signal Hill 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 Signal Hill apartment is the 1030 N Church St Model at 1030 N Church St, Unit 1030 N Church st starting at $995 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Central Terrace 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 1030 N Church St, Unit 1030 N Church st | 1030 N Church St | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 1505 Brown Ave, Unit 1505 | 1505 Brown Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 1416 Auburn St, Unit 1416 auburn st | 1416 Auburn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1912 Charles St, Unit 2nd floor | 1912 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Valkommen Plaza | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.62 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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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 $1,700.
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 9 regular apartments in Signal Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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