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2088 W Galena AveFreeport, IL 61032
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5400 Windsor RdLoves Park, IL 61111
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Dakota, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dakota Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dakota, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Greenfield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dakota apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Greenfield96-a2BR,1BA$650
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Westwinds2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$750
Whitestone Manor Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota, IL and Nearby

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dakota area is the $1.18 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Hampton Ridge in the in the Rolling Green neighborhood starting from $1,155. The second greatest value Dakota apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath (A) Model at Beloit Hillcrest starting at $1,060 with a $1.17 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dakota apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hampton RidgeTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.18
Beloit Hillcrest2 Bed 1 Bath (A)2BR,1BA$1.17
Greenfield116-a2BR,1BA$0.72
Lakeland Apartments2br/1bth with Washer & Dryer2BR,1BA$1.22
Westwinds2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$0.86
Creekview ApartmentsNewly Renovated 1BR1BR,1BA$1.14
Kiwanis Manor Apartments3001 - updated2BR,1BA$1.00
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
The ArborsRemodeled One Bedroom Alpine with Patio1BR,1BA$1.25
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

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Getting Around Dakota, IL

Walk Score®

9 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

23 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dakota Apartments

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

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

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

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

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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