
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Highland Square Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (19 Rentals)
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1402 20th St, Unit Upper Unit

2319 Douglas St, Unit 5

2114 Hecker Ave, Unit 1

Whitestone Manor Apartments

1226 N Main St, Unit 1226Apt4

417 9th St
North Highland Square, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Highland Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Highland Square Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $750 | $1,299 |
North Highland Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $992 | $480 | $1,710 |
North Highland Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $480 | $2,670 |
North Highland Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $995 | $3,145 |
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Cheapest Available North Highland Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Highland Square 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 North Highland Square 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 North Highland Square, IL
As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Highland Square 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 North Highland Square apartment is the 1118 9th Ave Model at 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 starting at $995 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Highland Square 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 |
1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.74 |
520 N Horsman St, Unit Upper | 520 N Horsman St | 3BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Lakeland Apartments | 2br/1bth with Washer & Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Creekview Apartments | Newly Renovated 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
1402 20th St, Unit Upper Unit | 1402 20th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
2908 Charles St, Unit B | 2908 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Highland Square, Rockford, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the North Highland Square Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Highland Square Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Highland Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Highland Square Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Highland Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Highland Square is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
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