Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (21 Rentals)

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920 N Church St
1 Bedroom Apartments

920 N Church St

920 N Church StRockford, IL 61103
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316 Fisher Ave
Studio Apartments

316 Fisher Ave

316 Fisher AveRockford, IL 61103
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Rockford Housing Authority
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rockford Housing Authority

223 S Winnebago StRockford, IL 61102
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Skyrise Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Skyrise Apartments

837 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Mandel Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mandel Apartments

838 N Church StRockford, IL 61103
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718 N Court St
1 Bedroom Apartments

718 N Court St

718 N Court StRockford, IL 61103
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Windsor Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Apartments

902 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Burnham Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnham Lofts

202-206 W State StRockford, IL 61101
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William Brown Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

William Brown Lofts

226 S Main StRockford, IL 61101
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301 S Main St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

301 S Main St

301 S Main StRockford, IL 61101
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2305 School St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2305 School St

2305 School StRockford, IL 61101
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CA Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

CA Flats

327 W Jefferson StRockford, IL 61102
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Rockford Ridge
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rockford Ridge

3552 Elm StRockford, IL 61102
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Blackhawk Courts
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Blackhawk Courts

338 15th AveRockford, IL 61104

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West Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Rockford Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Rockford area of Rockford, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Roberts Court priced from $820. Windsor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable West Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$820
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$825
Whitestone Manor Apartments529 N Main StudioStudio,1BA$895
Rockford Ridge2BD 1 BTH2BR,1BA$1,124

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Rockford, IL

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Rockford area is the $0.67 price per square foot 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Windsor Apartments in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value West Rockford apartment is the 2BD 1 BTH Model at Rockford Ridge starting at $1,124 with a $1.58 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
Rockford Ridge2BD 1 BTH2BR,1BA$1.58
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Whitestone Manor Apartments529 N Main StudioStudio ,1BA$1.70

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Rockford, Rockford, IL

Ranked #30

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Rockford Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Rockford Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Rockford is starting from $825 at Windsor Apartments.

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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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