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Hawks Ridge Apartments
$1,225 - $1,545
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$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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Lofts at Hawks Ridge
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$1,275 - $2,065
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$1,275 - $2,065
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The Lofts at Hawks Ridge

1760 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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Beloit Hillcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beloit Hillcrest

2200 Burton StBeloit, WI 53511
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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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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Oxford Commons
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oxford Commons

10289 Monarch RdRoscoe, IL 61073
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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. 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 Shirland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$825
Whitestone Manor Apartments529 N Main StudioStudio,1BA$850
Windsor Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$925
Water Tower Place1.1 - Affordable1BR,1BA$975
Riverside Terrace ApartmentsRiverside Terrace - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
Park Towers ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015
Riverside ApartmentsStudio with washer and dryer1BR,1BA$1,045
Arrowhead Pointe Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,100
Riverside Glen Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,174

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirland, IL and Nearby

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shirland area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at The Haven at Willow Creek in the in the North Rock neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Shirland apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Windsor Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Central Terrace 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 Haven at Willow Creek3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.38
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.23
Rock Valley ApartmentsThe Sue2BR,2BA$1.38
Gateway Estates2 Bedroom 1 Bath Lower2BR,1BA$1.34
Riverside Glen Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.23
Arrowhead Pointe Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
Hawks Ridge ApartmentsBayview1BR,1BA$1.42
Water Tower Place1.1 - Affordable1BR,1BA$1.48
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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