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1402 20th St, Unit Upper Unit
1402 20th StRockford, IL 61104
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL from $400 (8 Rentals)
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Beacon Hill Apartments
5203 Linden RdRockford, IL 61109
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Millbrook Townhomes
1754 Millbrook LaneCherry Valley, IL 61016
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South Rockford, Rockford, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Rockford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Rockford Studio Apartments | $947 | $800 | $1,095 |
| South Rockford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $685 | $1,750 |
| South Rockford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $498 | $2,380 |
| South Rockford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,901 | $1,270 | $3,150 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Rockford Neighborhood of Rockford, IL.
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Cheapest Available South Rockford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the 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 $871. Here are the most affordable South Rockford apartments for rent in Rockford, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Townhomes | C | 2BR,2BA | $498 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $871 |
| Immaculate Updated 1 & 2 Bedroom with 1 Bath | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Rockford, IL
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Rockford area is the $0.88 price per square foot D Model at Millbrook Townhomes in the in the East Rockford neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value South Rockford apartment is the Hamilton | Townhome Model at Pembrook Place Apartments starting at $2,295 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Rockford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Townhomes | D | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.88 |
| Pembrook Place Apartments | Hamilton | Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| 1118 9th Ave, Unit #1 | 1118 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Hampton Ridge | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Dahlia | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 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 |
| Immaculate Updated 1 & 2 Bedroom with 1 Bath | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Best Local Schools in South Rockford, Rockford, IL
Arthur Froberg Elementary School
Rockford School District 205
Public School - Grades K-5 (435)
4 out of 10
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Rockford School District 205
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Rockford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Rockford?
The cheapest apartment in South Rockford is Great Oaks Apartments which is listed at $871, while the average apartment in South Rockford costs $1,825.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 South 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 South Rockford?
Cheap apartments in South Rockford have an average cost of $564 which is $1,261 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Rockford.
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