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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (27 Rentals)
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1617 12th Ave, Unit upper, Unit upper
1617 12th AveRockford, IL 61104
1616 13th Ave
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$865 - $1,795Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Beacon Hill Apartments
5203 Linden RdRockford, IL 61109
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Wesleyan Apartments
2425 Wesleyan AveRockford, IL 61108
901-903 14th St
RockfordIL61104
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Great Oaks Apartments
4801 Linden RdRockford, IL 61109
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1725 Remington Rd, Unit Apartment #1, Unit Apartment #1
1725 Remington RdRockford, IL 61108
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2439 Holmes St
2439 Holmes StRockford, IL 61108
219 Monterey Dr
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2441 Holmes St
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Crestview Manor
2319 Eastmoreland AveRockford, IL 61108
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Walden Woods
5523 Sandhutton CtRockford, IL 61108
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Carthage Apartments
4440 Carthage DrRockford, IL 61109
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4682 Trevor Cir
4682 Trevor CirRockford, IL 61109
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Hampton Woods
2665-2670 Lund AveRockford, IL 61109
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Buckingham Square Apartments
4206 Florida DrRockford, IL 61108
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2816 Rudeen Close
2816 Rudeen CloseRockford, IL 61108
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4471 Carthage Dr
4471 Carthage DrRockford, IL 61109
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4604 Governors Dr
4604 Governors DrRockford, IL 61109
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4651 GOVERNORS DR
4651 Governors DrRockford, IL 61109
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4210-4212 7th St
4210-4212 7th StRockford, IL 61109
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Spacious 1 &2 Bedrooms with Balcony, Parking and Onsite Laundry
2020 Forest View RdRockford, IL 61108
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4714 Trevor Cir
4714 Trevor CirRockford, IL 61109
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4734 Trevor Cir
RockfordIL61109
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Millbrook Townhomes
1754 Millbrook LaneCherry Valley, IL 61016
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Cherryvale Apartments
7620-7640 N Cherryvale BlvdCherry 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 | $1,114 | $865 | $1,300 |
| South Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,039 | $700 | $1,422 |
| South Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,311 | $750 | $1,632 |
| South Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,926 | $1,250 | $2,500 |
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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 Wesleyan Apartments priced from $895. Harrison Beach Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. 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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| Wesleyan Apartments | 2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Harrison Beach Apartments | Newly Remodeled 1br/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Marigold at Great Oaks | 2BR,1BA | $1,184 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Bluebell Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,266 |
| The Hamptons | Ridge Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| 3428 Harrison Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Rockford, IL
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Rockford area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 3428 Harrison Ave in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value South Rockford apartment is the Ridge Two Bedroom Model at The Hamptons starting at $1,315 with a $1.34 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. |
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| 3428 Harrison Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| The Hamptons | Ridge Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1725 Remington Rd, Unit Apartment #1 | 1725 Remington Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Dahlia Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 1617 12th Ave, Unit upper | 1617 12th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Marigold at Great Oaks | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Wesleyan Apartments | 2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Harrison Beach Apartments | Newly Remodeled 1br/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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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 (423)
3 out of 10
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Rockford School District 205
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4 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 Wesleyan Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in South Rockford costs $1,895.
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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