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Hawks Ridge Apartments
$1,225 - $1,545
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Hawks Ridge Apartments

1750 Gateway BlvdBeloit, WI 53511
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Windsor Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Apartments

902 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Carlton Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton Apartments

948 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Beloit Hillcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beloit Hillcrest

2200 Burton StBeloit, WI 53511
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3036 La Salle Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3036 La Salle Ave

3036 La Salle AveRockford, IL 61114
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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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205 River Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

205 River Ln

205 River LnLoves Park, IL 61111

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Shirland, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shirland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shirland, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Roberts Court in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shirland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$820
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$825
Whitestone Manor Apartments529 N Main StudioStudio,1BA$850
Halsted Park ApartmentsRare Find - Remodeled StudioStudio,1BA$899
Windsor Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995
Park Towers ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015
Riverside Terrace ApartmentsRiverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
Riverside ApartmentsStudio with washer and dryer1BR,1BA$1,045
Water Tower Place2.1 - Affordable2BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirland, IL and Nearby

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shirland area is the $1.20 price per square foot Rosewood 2 Bedroom + Bonus Room Model at The Gardens on Prairie Rose in the starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Shirland 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 Shirland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Gardens on Prairie RoseRosewood 2 Bedroom + Bonus Room2BR,2BA$1.20
The Haven at Willow Creek3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.38
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
Gateway Estates2 Bedroom 1 Bath Upper2BR,1BA$1.30
Water Tower Place2.1 - Affordable2BR,1BA$1.24
Hawks Ridge ApartmentsBayview1BR,1BA$1.42
Riverside Terrace ApartmentsRiverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.58
Riverside ApartmentsStudio with washer and dryer1BR,1BA$1.61
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shirland Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirland Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shirland is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.

What is the most affordable Shirland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Shirland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Apartments and starts from $1,345.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.