
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (10 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Rockford Studio Apartments | $1,042 | $850 | $1,235 |
| West Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $776 | $480 | $1,395 |
| West Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $960 | $480 | $1,850 |
| West Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,008 | $950 | $1,125 |
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Cheapest Available West Rockford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West 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 West 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 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,081 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Rockford, IL
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the West 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 West 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 West Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 409 Grove St | 409 Grove St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| 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 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Nu-State Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| 2802 S Main St, Unit Unit #4 | 2802 S Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in West Rockford is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in West Rockford costs $1,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 7 regular apartments in West 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 West Rockford?
Cheap apartments in West Rockford have an average cost of $426 which is $1,374 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Rockford.
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