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Rockford Housing Authority
1000 Chamberlain StRockford, IL 61107
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902 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
805 N Court St
RockfordIL61103
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1912 Sherman AveRockford, IL 61101
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1226 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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1018 Haskell AveRockford, IL 61103
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Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Rockford Studio Apartments | $1,012 | $625 | $1,399 |
| Southwest Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $885 | $480 | $1,500 |
| Southwest Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $480 | $2,500 |
| Southwest Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $950 | $1,700 |
| Southwest Rockford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Rockford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Rockford area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. 718 N Court St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Southwest Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| 718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| 914 N Court St, Rockford ILL 61103 | 914 N Court St | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Rockford, IL
As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Rockford area is the $0.71 price per square foot 1118 9th Ave Model at 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $960. The second greatest value Southwest Rockford apartment is the 1510 School St Model at 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $950 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| 520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper | 520 N Horsman St | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 1018 Haskell Ave, Unit #3 | 1018 Haskell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 2802 S Main St, Unit #7 | 2802 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 515 Hill St, Unit 1 | 515 Hill St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Best Local Schools in Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL
Julia Lathrop Elementary School
Rockford School District 205
Public School - Grades K-5 (295)
2 out of 10
Rockford Envrnmntl Science Academy
Rockford School District 205
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1051)
1 out of 10
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Getting Around the Southwest Rockford Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Rockford is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Southwest Rockford costs $1,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 11 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest Rockford?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Rockford have an average cost of $191 which is $1,159 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Rockford.
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