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529 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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1912 Sherman AveRockford, IL 61101
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1226 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Downtown Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rockford Studio Apartments | $1,058 | $625 | $1,399 |
| Downtown Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $950 | $480 | $1,599 |
| Downtown Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $480 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $950 | $1,225 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Rockford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Rockford area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. 718 N Court St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Downtown Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| 718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| 914 N Court St, Rockford ILL 61103 | 914 N Court St | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rockford, IL
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rockford area is the $0.98 price per square foot 916 N Church St Model at 916 N Church St, Unit Upper Apt. in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Downtown Rockford apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 916 N Church St, Unit Upper Apt. | 916 N Church St | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Carlton Apartments | 3 bedroom 1.5 bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
| 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper | 520 N Horsman St | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 1229 S Church St, Unit 1 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 2802 S Main St, Unit #7 | 2802 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Rockford, Rockford, IL
Constance Lane Elementary School
Rockford School District 205
Public School - Grades K-5 (573)
1 out of 10
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
Rockford School District 205
Public School - Grades 6-8 (699)
1 out of 10
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Getting Around the Downtown Rockford Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Rockford is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Downtown Rockford costs $1,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Rockford?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Downtown Rockford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Rockford?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Rockford have an average cost of $139 which is $1,011 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Rockford.
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