
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (12 Rentals)
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Beacon Hill Apartments

6840 Harrison Ave, Unit 6840 harrison avenue

Immaculate Updated 1 Bedroom

Hampton Ridge

Millbrook Townhomes
Outer South Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer South Rockford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Outer South Rockford Studio Apartments | $947 | $800 | $1,095 |
Outer South Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $685 | $1,579 |
Outer South Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $498 | $2,375 |
Outer South Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $1,270 | $3,145 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available Outer South Rockford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer South Rockford area of Rockford, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Millbrook Townhomes priced from $498. Great Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $902. Here are the most affordable Outer South Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Millbrook Townhomes | C | 2BR,2BA | $498 |
Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
Beacon Hill Apartments | Orchid | 1BR,1BA | $946 |
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom with 1 Bath w... | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
Harrison Ave | Harrison Ave - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer South Rockford, IL
As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer South Rockford 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 Outer South Rockford apartment is the Hamilton | Townhome Model at Pembrook Place Apartments starting at $2,290 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer South Rockford 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 |
Pembrook Place Apartments | Hamilton | Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom with 1 Bath w... | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
6840 Harrison Ave, Unit 6840 harrison avenue | 6840 Harrison Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
1402 20th St, Unit Upper Unit | 1402 20th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Harrison Ave | Harrison Ave - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Beacon Hill Apartments | Orchid | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter South 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 South Rockford, Rockford, IL
Arthur Froberg Elementary School
Bernard W Flinn Middle School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Outer South Rockford, Rockford, and the greater Rockford area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Outer South Rockford Neighborhood in Rockford, IL
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer South Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer South Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in Outer South Rockford is Great Oaks Apartments which is listed at $902, while the average apartment in Outer South Rockford costs $1,472.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer South 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 South Rockford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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