
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ellis Heights Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (15 Rentals)
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1119 N Winnebago St, Unit Lower

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Ellis Heights, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ellis Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ellis Heights Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $750 | $1,299 |
Ellis Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $928 | $480 | $1,700 |
Ellis Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $480 | $2,250 |
Ellis Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $995 | $1,348 |
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Cheapest Available Ellis Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ellis Heights area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. Roberts Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable Ellis Heights apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Whitestone Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellis Heights, IL
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ellis Heights area is the $0.79 price per square foot 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Model at Carlton Apartments in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Ellis Heights apartment is the Layout 4 Model at William Brown Lofts starting at $1,405 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellis Heights 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 |
William Brown Lofts | Layout 4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
1510 School St, Unit 1st Floor | 1510 School St | 3BR,1BA | $0.79 |
520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper | 520 N Horsman St | 3BR,1BA | $0.86 |
1229 S Church St, Unit 1 | 1229 S Church St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Riverside Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
1119 N Winnebago St, Unit Lower | 1119 N Winnebago St | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEllis Heights, Rockford, IL
Ranked #15
Among neighborhoods in Rockford, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Ellis Heights, Rockford, IL
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Getting Around the Ellis Heights Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ellis Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ellis Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Ellis Heights is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Ellis Heights costs $1,305.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ellis Heights?
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 10 regular apartments in Ellis Heights 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 Ellis Heights?
Cheap apartments in Ellis Heights have an average cost of $268 which is $1,037 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ellis Heights.
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