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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (7 Rentals)
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$491 - $1,2632 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Millbrook Townhomes
1754 Millbrook LaneCherry Valley, IL 61016
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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 | $928 | $865 | $992 |
| South Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,018 | $700 | $1,582 |
| South Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $491 | $1,757 |
| South Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,491 | $568 | $1,954 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Millbrook Townhomes priced from $491. Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable South Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Townhomes | A 30 | 2BR,1BA | $491 |
| Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Rockford, IL
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Rockford area is the $0.87 price per square foot A 3x2.5 Model at Millbrook Townhomes in the in the Outer South Rockford neighborhood starting from $1,263. The second greatest value South Rockford apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 3428 Harrison Ave starting at $1,500 with a $1.20 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Townhomes | A 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.87 |
| 3428 Harrison Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| The Hamptons | Woods Two Bedroom Two Car Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Laramie Apartment Homes | 4126 Laramie Lane | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom with 1 Bath | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Harrison Ave | Harrison Ave - 2 Bedroom (No Balcony) | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Wesleyan Apartments | 2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 2802 S Main St, Unit Unit #4 | 2802 S Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 4008 16th Ave, Unit 4 | 4008 16th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Best Local Schools in South Rockford, Rockford, IL
Arthur Froberg Elementary School
Rockford School District 205
Public School - Grades K-5 (435)
6 out of 10
Bernard W Flinn Middle School
Rockford School District 205
Public School - Grades 6-8 (830)
2 out of 10
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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 Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in South Rockford costs $1,469.
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 4 regular apartments in South Rockford 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 South Rockford?
Cheap apartments in South Rockford have an average cost of $576 which is $893 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Rockford.
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