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Blackhawk Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments

406 S 3rd StOregon, IL 61061
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4651 GOVERNORS DR
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4651 GOVERNORS DR

4651 Governors DrRockford, IL 61109
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4714 Trevor Cir
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4714 Trevor Cir

4714 Trevor CirRockford, IL 61109
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4551 Governors Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

4551 Governors Dr

4551 Governors DrRockford, IL 61109
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4205 8th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4205 8th St

4205 8th StRockford, IL 61109
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4003 9th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4003 9th St

4003 9th StRockford, IL 61109

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4536 Trevor Cir
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4536 Trevor Cir

4536 Trevor CirRockford, IL 61109

Steward, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Steward Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Steward, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Dixon River Apartments priced from $775. University Heights Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $780. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Steward apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dixon River Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,1BA$775
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio,1BA$780
The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest DriveHillcrest Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$825
Beacon Hill ApartmentsMarigold - Beacon Hill2BR,1BA$1,177
Lincolnshire West2gu2BR,1BA$1,185
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,400
Isaac Executive SuitesJunior One BedroomStudio,1BA$1,400
Hunter Star PropertiesHunter Star - 8 Bedroom 2.5 Bath8BR,2BA$2,100
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$2,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Steward, IL and Nearby

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Steward area is the $0.98 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Steward apartment is the 2gu Model at Lincolnshire West starting at $1,185 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Steward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$0.98
Lincolnshire West2gu2BR,1.5BA$1.39
Dixon River Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,1BA$0.92
Beacon Hill ApartmentsMarigold - Beacon Hill2BR,1BA$1.73
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio ,1BA$1.80
The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest DriveHillcrest Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.06
University Plaza ApartmentsA1 Floor Plan1BR,1BA$3.15

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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 Steward Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Steward Apartment is $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Steward is starting from $775 at Dixon River Apartments.

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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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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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.