
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (10 Rentals)
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Roberts Court

Total Monthly Price
2802 S Main St, Unit #3

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718 N Court St
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914 N Court St, Rockford ILL 61103

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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 | $1,022 | $850 | $1,195 |
| West Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $993 | $480 | $1,500 |
| West Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $480 | $2,200 |
| West Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $950 | $1,700 |
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There are currently 10 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. 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 February 26, 2026 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 1229 S Church St Model at 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 starting at $1,125 with a $1.03 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 |
| 1229 S Church St, Unit #2 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Water Power Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Rockford Ridge | 2BD 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Luther Center Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Nu-State Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 2802 S Main St, Unit Unit #3 | 2802 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Rockford, Rockford, IL
Ranked #29
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,700.
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 9 regular apartments in West Rockford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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