Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $700 (18 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
Longwood Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$718
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$835
The Arbors1 Bedroom Alpine with Patio1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Rockford, IL

As of February 22, 2026 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 2 bedroom one bathroom Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $835 with a $0.70 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
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$0.70
1229 S Church St, Unit #21229 S Church St3BR,1BA$1.03
Riverside Glen Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.27
1517 Greenwood Ave, Unit 15171517 Greenwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.05
1416 Auburn St, Unit 1416 auburn st1416 Auburn St2BR,1BA$1.18
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
409 9th St409 9th St1BR,1BA$0.91
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98
1016 Haskell Ave, Unit #21016 Haskell AveStudio ,1BA$1.33

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Southwest Rockford, Rockford, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Rockford

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Rockford?

There are currently 166 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Rockford, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $2,500. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Rockford ranging from $750 to $2,100.

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 $750 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,503.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.