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Seward, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Seward Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Seward, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Greenfield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Seward apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rockford Housing AuthorityPark Terrace 2 Bed2BR,1BA$480
Greenfield96-a2BR,1BA$650
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Westwinds2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$750
Whitestone Manor Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seward, IL and Nearby

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Seward area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Riverside Glen Apartments in the in the North Rock neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Seward apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Hampton Ridge starting at $1,155 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverside Glen Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.27
Hampton RidgeTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.18
Lakeland Apartments2br/1bth with Washer & Dryer2BR,1BA$1.22
Greenfield116-a2BR,1BA$0.72
Westwinds2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$0.86
Creekview ApartmentsNewly Renovated 1BR1BR,1BA$1.14
Kiwanis Manor Apartments3001 - updated2BR,1BA$1.00
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
The ArborsRemodeled One Bedroom Alpine with Patio1BR,1BA$1.25
Rockford Housing AuthorityOlesen Plaza 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98

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Frequently Asked Questions about Seward

What type of rentals are currently available in Seward?

There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Seward, IL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $3,150. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Seward ranging from $550 to $2,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Seward?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Seward ranges from $550 to $2,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,403.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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