Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $800 (11 Rentals)

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Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

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. Roberts Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable Southwest Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
The ArborsOne Bedroom Cypress1BR,1BA$800
Riverside Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Riverside ApartmentsStudio with washer and dryer1BR,1BA$1,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Rockford, IL

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Rockford area is the $0.75 price per square foot 1510 School St Model at 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Southwest Rockford apartment is the 409 Grove St Model at 409 Grove St starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor1510 School St3BR,1BA$0.75
409 Grove St409 Grove St2BR,1.5BA$0.83
520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper520 N Horsman St3BR,1BA$0.82
1229 S Church St, Unit #21229 S Church St3BR,1BA$1.03
3312 Sablewood Dr, Unit 13312 Sablewood Dr2BR,1BA$1.10
1407 7th Ave, Unit 1 down1407 7th Ave1BR,1BA$0.80
Halsted Park ApartmentsNewly Remodeled 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.41
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Riverside Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.38
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL

Ranked #17

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Rockford

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Rockford?

There are currently 154 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Rockford, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $2,500. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Rockford ranging from $800 to $1,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Rockford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Rockford ranges from $800 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,430.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.