
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Forreston, IL from $400 (29 Rentals)
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Forreston, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forreston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Forreston Studio Apartments | $1,023 | $625 | $1,399 |
Forreston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,029 | $480 | $1,599 |
Forreston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $480 | $2,500 |
Forreston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $800 | $3,150 |
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Cheapest Available Forreston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forreston, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Northland Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forreston apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Whitestone Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Greenfield | 96-a | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $670 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Winmar Townhomes | 1376-b | 2BR,2BA | $750 |
Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Kiwanis Manor Apartments | 3002 | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forreston, IL and Nearby
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forreston area is the $0.79 price per square foot 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Model at Carlton Apartments in the in the North Rockford neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Forreston apartment is the 1376-b Model at Winmar Townhomes starting at $750 with a $0.79 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Forreston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Carlton Apartments | 3 bedroom 1.5 bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
Winmar Townhomes | 1376-b | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
Greenfield | 96-a | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom with 1 Bath | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Kiwanis Manor Apartments | 3001 - updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Whitestone Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Getting Around Forreston, IL
Walk Score®
18 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forreston Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forreston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forreston Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forreston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forreston is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the most affordable Forreston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forreston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE and starts from $757.
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