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Rockford Housing Authority
1000 Chamberlain StRockford, IL 61107
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1912 Sherman AveRockford, IL 61101
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West Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Rockford Studio Apartments | $949 | $625 | $1,399 |
| West Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $997 | $480 | $1,599 |
| West Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $480 | $2,500 |
| West Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $950 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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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. Windsor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. 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 |
| Windsor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $600 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,046 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Rockford, IL
As of May 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Rockford area is the $0.90 price per square foot 916 N Church St Model at 916 N Church St, Unit Upper Apt. in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value West Rockford apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the North Rockford 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 916 N Church St, Unit Upper Apt. | 916 N Church St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Carlton Apartments | 3 bedroom 1.5 bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
| 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 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 |
| Halsted Park Apartments | Newly Remodeled 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 2802 S Main St, Unit #7 | 2802 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 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 $1,272.
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 $179 which is $1,093 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Rockford.
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