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Rockford Housing Authority
1000 Chamberlain StRockford, IL 61107
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown/East Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (38 Rentals)
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511 S 2nd St
RockfordIL61104
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Whitestone Manor Apartments
529 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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1226 N Main St, Unit 1226Apt4
1226 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
2308 Melrose St
RockfordIL61103
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Creekview Apartments
4752 E Lawn DrRockford, IL 61108
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Riverside Terrace Apartments
3627 Rockton AveRockford, IL 61103
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Halsted Park Apartments
2535-2917 Halsted RdRockford, IL 61101
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Millbrook Townhomes
1754 Millbrook LaneCherry Valley, IL 61016
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Midtown/East, Rockford, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown/East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown/East Studio Apartments | $1,264 | $625 | $1,589 |
| Midtown/East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,044 | $480 | $1,750 |
| Midtown/East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $480 | $2,500 |
| Midtown/East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $1,049 | $3,150 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown/East Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Midtown/East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown/East area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority priced from $480. Millbrook Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $498. Here are the most affordable Midtown/East apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Millbrook Townhomes | C | 2BR,2BA | $498 |
| 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 |
| Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Versailles Place Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $815 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown/East, IL
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown/East area is the $0.88 price per square foot D Model at Millbrook Townhomes in the in the Outer South Rockford neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Midtown/East 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 Midtown/East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Millbrook Townhomes | D | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.88 |
| Carlton Apartments | 3 bedroom 1.5 bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
| 7318 Wallingford Way, Unit Eileen | 7318 Wallingford Way | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Riverside Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| 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 |
| 914 N Court St, Rockford ILL 61103 | 914 N Court St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown/East Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown/East?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown/East is Rockford Housing Authority which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Midtown/East costs $1,399.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown/East?
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 14 regular apartments in Midtown/East 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 Midtown/East?
Cheap apartments in Midtown/East have an average cost of $275 which is $1,124 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown/East.
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