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

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2439 Holmes St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2439 Holmes St

2439 Holmes StRockford, IL 61108
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Crestview Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestview Manor

2319 Eastmoreland AveRockford, IL 61108
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Walden Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Walden Woods

5523 Sandhutton CtRockford, IL 61108
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Carthage Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carthage Apartments

4440 Carthage DrRockford, IL 61109
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Hampton Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton Woods

2665-2670 Lund AveRockford, IL 61109
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Outer South Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Millbrook TownhomesC2BR,2BA$498
Great Oaks ApartmentsPrimrose at Great Oaks1BR,1BA$902
Beacon Hill ApartmentsOrchid1BR,1BA$946
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom with 1 Bath w...2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$975
Harrison AveHarrison Ave - 2 Bedroom2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Millbrook TownhomesD3BR,2.5BA$0.88
Pembrook Place ApartmentsHamilton | Townhome2BR,2BA$1.68
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom with 1 Bath w...2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.05
6840 Harrison Ave, Unit 6840 harrison avenue6840 Harrison Ave2BR,1BA$1.06
1402 20th St, Unit Upper Unit1402 20th St1BR,1BA$0.86
Harrison AveHarrison Ave - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Great Oaks ApartmentsPrimrose at Great Oaks1BR,1BA$1.64
Beacon Hill ApartmentsOrchid1BR,1BA$1.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Outer South Rockford, Rockford, IL

Ranked #40

Among neighborhoods in Rockford, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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