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2088 W Galena Ave
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2088 W Galena Ave

2088 W Galena AveFreeport, IL 61032
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carthage Apartments

4440 Carthage DrRockford, IL 61109
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Apartments

5400 Windsor RdLoves Park, IL 61111

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Seward, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Seward Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Seward, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Windsor Apartments in the North Rockford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Seward apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Windsor Apartments3 bedroom 2 bathroom3BR,2BA$600
Greenfield96-a2BR,1BA$650
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Winmar Townhomes1378-a3BR,2BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seward, IL and Nearby

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Seward area is the $1.13 price per square foot Brighton Model at Harbour East in the in the East Rockford neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Seward apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $975 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the North Rockford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Harbour EastBrighton2BR,2BA$1.13
Carlton Apartments3 bedroom 1.5 bath3BR,1.5BA$0.70
Hampton Trail2BD 2BA2BR,2BA$1.18
Winmar Townhomes1378-a3BR,2BA$0.71
Greenfield116-a2BR,1BA$0.72
Westwinds2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$0.86
Windsor Apartments1 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$0.87
Kiwanis Manor Apartments3001 - updated2BR,1BA$1.00
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

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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 $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.

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 $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.

What is the most affordable Seward Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Seward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windsor Apartments and starts from $600.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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