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Rockford, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,316 | $850 | $2,000 |
| Rockford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,629 | $1,050 | $2,500 |
| Rockford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,690 | $1,300 | $2,695 |
| Rockford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,975 | $1,800 | $2,150 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rockford, IL
Pricing Updated: 05/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rockford, IL area range in price from $480 to $3,150 with an overall median price of $1,429. The three Rockford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Rockford at $480, Jackson Oaks at $480, and Churchill Grove at $480. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rockford Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rockford | $1,150 | $480 | 31 |
| Jackson Oaks | $1,150 | $480 | 35 |
| Churchill Grove | $1,162 | $480 | 40 |
| Ellis Heights | $1,162 | $480 | 42 |
| Roosevelt Winnebago | $1,162 | $480 | 45 |
| Midtown Winnebago | $1,170 | $480 | 41 |
| River District | $1,195 | $480 | 30 |
| Signal Hill | $1,195 | $480 | 30 |
| Coronado Haskell | $1,199 | $480 | 48 |
| Southwest Rockford | $1,212 | $480 | 50 |
Cheapest Available Rockford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. 718 N Court St in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockford apartments for rent:
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IL
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 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 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 |
| Versailles Place Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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There are currently 360 Apartments for Rent in Rockford, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,150. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rockford ranging from $750 to $2,695.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rockford ranges from $750 to $2,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,513.
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