Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Signal Hill Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (46 Rentals)

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Skyrise Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Skyrise Apartments

837 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Sun Valley Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sun Valley Terrace

3359 Sun Valley TerRockford, IL 61103
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Somerset Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Somerset Apartments

1020 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Valencia Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valencia Apartments

500-518 Fisher AveRockford, IL 61103
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Mandel Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mandel Apartments

838 N Church StRockford, IL 61103
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718 N Court St
1 Bedroom Apartments

718 N Court St

718 N Court StRockford, IL 61103
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Windsor Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Apartments

902 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Carlton Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton Apartments

948 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Main Street Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Main Street Apartments

929-935 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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2215 Hecker Ave

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Midtown Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Lofts

401-413 7th StRockford, IL 61104
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Burnham Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnham Lofts

202-206 W State StRockford, IL 61101
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Valkommen Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valkommen Plaza

310 7th StRockford, IL 61104
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William Brown Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

William Brown Lofts

226 S Main StRockford, IL 61101
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Nu-State Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nu-State Apartments

119 N Church stRockford, IL 61101
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Signal Hill, Rockford, IL Local Guide

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 $820. Here are the most affordable Signal Hill 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$820
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$825
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$875
Valkommen Plaza1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,155
1416 E State St Apartments1416 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,395
1609-1613 E State St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Signal Hill, IL

As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Signal Hill area is the $0.67 price per square foot 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Windsor Apartments in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Signal Hill apartment is the 2 bedroom one bathroom Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $875 with a $0.73 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$0.73
1416 E State St Apartments1416 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.76
1609-1613 E State St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.26
1912 Charles St, Unit 2nd floor1912 Charles St2BR,1BA$1.29
Valkommen Plaza1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.71
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.26
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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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Signal Hill, Rockford, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Signal Hill Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Signal Hill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Signal Hill Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Signal Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Signal Hill is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.

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