Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (10 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Rockford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Rockford Studio Apartments | $925 | $777 | $1,074 |
South Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,047 | $675 | $1,600 |
South Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $491 | $2,625 |
South Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $568 | $3,150 |
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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 Great Oaks Apartments priced from $983. Beacon Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $983. Here are the most affordable South Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Great Oaks Apartments | Marigold at Great Oaks | 2BR,1BA | $983 |
Beacon Hill Apartments | Bluebell | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
Harrison Ave | Harrison Ave - 2 Bedroom (No Balcony) | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Rockford, IL
As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Rockford area is the $1.62 price per square foot Prescott | Townhome Model at Pembrook Place Apartments in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value South Rockford apartment is the 1118 9th Ave Model at 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 starting at $960 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Central Terrace 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. |
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Pembrook Place Apartments | Prescott | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
1704 9th St, Unit 1 | 1704 9th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
911 S 3rd St, Unit 91 1 S 3rd St | 911 S 3rd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.55 |
948 S 3rd St, Unit 948 | 948 S 3rd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Harrison Ave | Harrison Ave - 2 Bedroom (No Balcony) | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Beacon Hill Apartments | Bluebell | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Great Oaks Apartments | Marigold at Great Oaks | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
2802 S Main St, Unit #7 | 2802 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
1306 12th St, Unit 1306 | 1306 12th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Rockford Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Rockford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Rockford is starting from $983 at Great Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Rockford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Rockford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pembrook Place Apartments and starts from $3,150.
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