
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Leaf River, IL from $400 (13 Rentals)
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Leaf River, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Leaf River?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Leaf River Studio Apartments | $1,107 | $800 | $1,399 |
Leaf River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $480 | $1,599 |
Leaf River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,278 | $480 | $2,500 |
Leaf River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $568 | $3,150 |
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Cheapest Available Leaf River Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Leaf River, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Windsor Apartments in the North Rockford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Leaf River 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 |
Windsor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $600 |
Greenfield | 96-a | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
Whitestone Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Leaf River, IL and Nearby
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Leaf River 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 Leaf River apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Hampton Ridge starting at $1,205 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Leaf River 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 |
Hampton Ridge | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Greenfield | 116-a | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Creekview Apartments | Newly Renovated 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Kiwanis Manor Apartments | 3001 - updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Whitestone Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Getting Around Leaf River, IL
Walk Score®
3 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Leaf River Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Leaf River Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Leaf River Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Leaf River Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Leaf River is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the most affordable Leaf River Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Leaf River Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windsor Apartments and starts from $600.
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