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Cheapest Available Winnebago County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Winnebago County, 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 $715. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Winnebago County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Versailles Place Apartments2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$815

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Winnebago County, IL

As of July 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Winnebago County area is the $0.71 price per square foot 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Model at Carlton Apartments in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Winnebago County apartment is the 1118 9th Ave Model at 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 starting at $960 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Winnebago County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carlton Apartments3 bedroom 1.5 bath3BR,1.5BA$0.71
1118 9th Ave, Unit #11118 9th Ave2BR,1BA$0.71
1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor1510 School St3BR,1BA$0.75
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper520 N Horsman St3BR,1BA$0.82
1229 S Church St, Unit #21229 S Church St3BR,1BA$1.03
2807 Glenwood Ave, Unit #12807 Glenwood Ave2BR,1BA$0.82
Versailles Place Apartments2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.91
2908 Charles St, Unit B2908 Charles St2BR,1BA$1.03
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

Frequently Asked Questions about Winnebago County

What type of rentals are currently available in Winnebago County?

There are currently 393 Apartments for Rent in Winnebago County, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,150. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Winnebago County ranging from $900 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Winnebago County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Winnebago County ranges from $900 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,816.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Winnebago County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Winnebago County range from $568 to $3,150, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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