Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (8 Rentals)

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2439 Holmes St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2439 Holmes St

2439 Holmes StRockford, IL 61108
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4536 Trevor Cir
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4536 Trevor Cir

4536 Trevor CirRockford, IL 61109

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4710 Trevor Cir
1 Bedroom Apartments

4710 Trevor Cir

4710 Trevor CirRockford, IL 61109
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4551 Governors Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

4551 Governors Dr

4551 Governors DrRockford, IL 61109
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4003 9th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4003 9th St

4003 9th StRockford, IL 61109

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South Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

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 $828. Beacon Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $862. Here are the most affordable South Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Great Oaks ApartmentsPrimrose at Great Oaks1BR,1BA$828
Beacon Hill ApartmentsMina1BR,1BA$862
Spacious 1 &2 Bedrooms with BalconySpacious 1 Bedroom with Balcony, Parking and On...1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Rockford, IL

As of May 22, 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 2BD 2BA Model at Hampton Trail starting at $1,650 with a $1.18 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pembrook Place ApartmentsPrescott | Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.62
Hampton Trail2BD 2BA2BR,2BA$1.18
1118 9th Ave, Unit #11118 9th Ave2BR,1BA$0.71
Hampton RidgeTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.23
Beacon Hill ApartmentsDahlia Deluxe2BR,1BA$1.64
Spacious 1 &2 Bedrooms with BalconySpacious 1 Bedroom with Balcony, Parking and On...1BR,1BA$1.33
Harrison AveHarrison Ave - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.40
2802 S Main St, Unit #72802 S Main St1BR,1BA$1.04
Great Oaks ApartmentsPrimrose at Great Oaks1BR,1BA$1.51

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South Rockford, Rockford, IL

Ranked #21

Among neighborhoods in Rockford, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Illinois, including Rockford. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Rockford Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Rockford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Rockford Apartment is $828 at Great Oaks 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 $1,050 at Harrison Ave.

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 $1,825.

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