
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Northwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $500 (23 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Outer Northwest Rockford area of Rockford.


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Outer Northwest Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Northwest Rockford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Outer Northwest Rockford Studio Apartments | $1,197 | $995 | $1,399 |
Outer Northwest Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $897 | $650 | $1,599 |
Outer Northwest Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $850 | $2,500 |
Outer Northwest Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $950 | $1,650 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Northwest Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Outer Northwest Rockford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Northwest Rockford area of Rockford, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 718 N Court St priced from $625. Whitestone Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Outer Northwest Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Northwest Rockford, IL
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Northwest 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 Outer Northwest 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 Outer Northwest Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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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 |
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 |
Windsor Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
718 N Court St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
914 N Court St, Rockford ILL 61103 | 914 N Court St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
1226 N Main St, Unit 1226Apt4 | 1226 N Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Whitestone Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter Northwest Rockford, Rockford, IL
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Among neighborhoods in Rockford, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Outer Northwest Rockford, Rockford, IL
Thurgood Marshall Elementary
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Getting Around the Outer Northwest Rockford Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Northwest Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Northwest Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Northwest Rockford is 718 N Court St which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Outer Northwest Rockford costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Northwest 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 5 regular apartments in Outer Northwest 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 Outer Northwest Rockford?
Cheap apartments in Outer Northwest Rockford have an average cost of $328 which is $967 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Northwest Rockford.
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