
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $700 (10 Rentals)
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2321 Broadway

4728 Trevor Cir
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209 Mercer Dr

518 Murray Dr

220 Macon Dr
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509 Menard Dr
South Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Rockford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Rockford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,279 | $875 | $1,950 |
South Rockford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,743 | $1,250 | $2,500 |
South Rockford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,933 | $1,500 | $2,450 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 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 $793. Beacon Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $854. 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 | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $793 |
Beacon Hill Apartments | Mina | 1BR,1BA | $854 |
Harrison Ave | Harrison Ave - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Rockford, IL
As of May 18, 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 |
Beacon Hill Apartments | Dahlia Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Harrison Ave | Harrison Ave - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
2802 S Main St, Unit #7 | 2802 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Rockford
What type of rentals are currently available in South Rockford?
There are currently 122 Apartments for Rent in South Rockford, IL with pricing that ranges from $491 to $3,150. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Rockford ranging from $725 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Rockford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Rockford ranges from $725 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,486.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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