
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Seward, IL from $400 (47 Rentals)
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Roberts Court

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Halsted Park Apartments

One bedroom apartment with balcony

4566 Governors Dr

Great Oaks Apartments

Creekview Apartments

Windsor Apartment
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Whitestone Manor Apartments

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Park Towers Apartments

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Riverside Apartments

3432-3436 Harrison Ave

Wesleyan Apartments

Harrison Beach Apartments

Rockford Housing Authority
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Blackhawk Apartments

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Kiwanis Manor Apartments

Windsor Apartments

Carthage Apartments

120 Brown St

Carlton Apartments

4418 Eastridge Dr

2816 Rudeen Close
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4471 Carthage Dr

6014-6066 Boxwood Dr

4604 Governors Dr

4651 Governors Dr

4210-4212 7th St

4703 Turner St

3036 La Salle Ave

4714 Trevor Cir

916 E Garden St
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3023-3031 La Salle Ave

4710 Trevor Cir

4003 9th St

4205 8th St

4551 Governors Dr

4536 Trevor Cir

4682 Trevor Cir

1720 Remington Rd

Lakeland Apartments ::OPEN HOUSE::
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2915 Sherman Ave

Luther Center Senior Apartments
Seward, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Seward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seward Studio Apartments | $1,107 | $865 | $1,399 |
| Seward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $800 | $1,699 |
| Seward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $970 | $2,300 |
| Seward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $1,199 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Seward Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Seward, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Roberts Court in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $820. 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 Seward apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Creekview Apartments | Newly Renovated 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Windsor Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| **CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES** | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Park Towers Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Riverside Apartments | Studio with washer and dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Marigold at Great Oaks | 2BR,1BA | $1,132 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Iris | 2BR,1BA | $1,236 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seward, IL and Nearby
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Seward area is the $1.56 price per square foot Hamilton Townhome Model at Pembrook Place in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $2,120. The second greatest value Seward apartment is the Big Horn Model at Terra Creek Apartments starting at $1,775 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the East Rockford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pembrook Place | Hamilton Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Terra Creek Apartments | Big Horn | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Haven at Willow Creek | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Creekview Apartments- Upcoming Open Houses! | Newly Renovated 1BR+Washer/dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| **CREEKVIEW PROPERTIES** | Upper floor with dishwasher | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Harrison Beach Apartments | Spacious Newly Renovated 2b/1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Riverside Apartments | Studio with washer and dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Seward Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Seward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Seward Apartment is $820 at Roberts Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Seward Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Seward is starting from $825 at Windsor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Seward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Seward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Apartments and starts from $1,345.
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