
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rockton, IL from $400 (57 Rentals)
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Colony Court Apartments LLC

The Arbors

Roberts Court

920 ON PARK

Whitestone Manor Apartments

Grand Avenue Apartments

Halsted Park Apartments

Water Tower Place

Prairie Village Apartments
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Northgate Apartments LLC

Windsor Apartment

Riverside Terrace Apartments

Large 1 & 2 bedroom apartments with balcony and garage

Park Towers Apartments

Cleora Apartments LLC

Riverside Apartments

1122 W Grand Ave

Arrowhead Pointe Apartments

Renn Hart Hills
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Riverside Glen Apartments

Maple Creek

136 S Lincoln Ave

BURTON RIDGE

Total Monthly Price
Hawks Ridge Apartments

PARK AVENUE ESTATES

Rock Valley Apartments

Total Monthly Price
The Lofts at Hawks Ridge

INMAN ESTATES

Gateway Estates
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Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport

121 Hackett St

ELM GROVE ESTATES

Wright & Wagner Lofts

Rock River Tower Apartments

Havenwood Pointe Apartments

Windsor Apartments

6014-6066 Boxwood Dr

Beloit Hillcrest

3023-3031 La Salle Ave
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2915 Sherman Ave

2315 Auburn St

1413 Labelle Ave

3307 Searles Ave

1532 Vernon Ave

322 Old Harlem Rd

1614 Pauline Ave

Oxford Commons

3007 Huffman Blvd

1411 Pate Plaza Dr
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Rockton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rockton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockton Studio Apartments | $1,076 | $795 | $1,399 |
| Rockton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $480 | $2,925 |
| Rockton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $480 | $3,050 |
| Rockton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $1,135 | $2,695 |
| Rockton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $2,065 | $2,065 |
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Cheapest Available Rockton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rockton, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Windsor Apartments in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Water Tower Place | 1.1 - Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Windsor Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Park Towers Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Riverside Apartments | Studio with washer and dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Arrowhead Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Maple Creek | 2 Bedroom Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1,209 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockton, IL and Nearby
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rockton area is the $1.10 price per square foot Avalon Model at Harbour East in the in the East Rockford neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Rockton apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at The Haven at Willow Creek starting at $1,700 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the North Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbour East | Avalon | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
| The Haven at Willow Creek | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Rock Valley Apartments | The Sue | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Gateway Estates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Arrowhead Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Hawks Ridge Apartments | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Water Tower Place | 1.1 - Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Best Local Schools in Rockton, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rockton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockton Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rockton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rockton is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the most affordable Rockton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rockton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Apartments and starts from $1,345.
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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