
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Rockford area of Rockford.


Beacon Hill Apartments

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6840 Harrison Ave, Unit 6840 harrison avenue

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1725 Remington Rd, Unit Apartment #1

Great Oaks Apartments

1010-1012 40th Ave

3432-3436 Harrison Ave

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1114 20th St, Unit Upper #2
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1220 20th St, Unit 2

Wesleyan Apartments

Harrison Beach Apartments

1612 10th St, Unit 2

Laramie Apartment Homes

2737 11th St

2439 Holmes St

Crestview Manor
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Walden Woods

Carthage Apartments

Hampton Woods

Buckingham Square Apartments

2816 Rudeen Close

4471 Carthage Dr

4604 Governors Dr

4651 Governors Dr
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4210-4212 7th St

4566 Governors Dr

4714 Trevor Cir

4710 Trevor Cir

Forest View Apartments

4003 9th St

4551 Governors Dr

4205 8th St
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4682 Trevor Cir

4536 Trevor Cir

1720 Remington Rd

Apple Orchard Townhomes

1211 21st Pl

1209 21st Pl

4006 8th St

Millbrook Townhomes
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Cherryvale Apartments
South Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Rockford Studio Apartments | $1,114 | $865 | $1,300 |
| South Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $941 | $1,745 |
| South Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $900 | $1,720 |
| South Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $1,200 | $2,100 |
| South Rockford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available South Rockford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Rockford area of Rockford, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Great Oaks Apartments priced from $975. Beacon Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,212. Here are the most affordable South Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Bluebell | 1BR,1BA | $1,212 |
| Pembrook Place | Chestnut Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| 3428 Harrison Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Rockford, IL
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Rockford area is the $1.64 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 3428 Harrison Ave in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value South Rockford apartment is the Chestnut Apartment Model at Pembrook Place starting at $1,745 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3428 Harrison Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Pembrook Place | Chestnut Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 1725 Remington Rd, Unit Apartment #1 | 1725 Remington Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 6840 Harrison Ave, Unit 6840 harrison avenue | 6840 Harrison Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Bluebell | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Best Local Schools in South Rockford, Rockford, IL
Arthur Froberg Elementary School
Bernard W Flinn Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in South Rockford is Great Oaks Apartments which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in South Rockford costs $1,946.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Rockford?
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 1 regular apartments in South Rockford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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