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522 La Fayette Ave, Rockford, IL 61107, USA
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Property Overview
522-524 Lafayette Ave. offers a strong overall expert rating, reflecting a well-rounded combination of comfort, convenience, and quality. Residents can appreciate its notable features and practical pros, which together support an appealing living experience for a variety of lifestyles.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $999 /mo | 1 unit available | Spacious 2-bedroom home featuring all hardwood floors throughout, a large kitchen, separate living and dining rooms, and plenty of character. Both bedrooms are located upstairs along with a spacious crawl space for additional storage. Main floor includes a full bathroom, washer and dryer, plus a locked storage area with an additional half bath. Great layout with plenty of functional space and storage throughout. |
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About 522-524 Lafayette Ave.
Spacious 2-bedroom home featuring all hardwood floors throughout, a large kitchen, separate living and dining rooms, and plenty of character. Both bedrooms are located upstairs along with a spacious crawl space for additional storage. Main floor includes a full bathroom, washer and dryer, plus a locked storage area with an additional half bath. Great layout with plenty of functional space and storage throughout.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 522-524 Lafayette Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 522-524 Lafayette Ave. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
522-524 Lafayette Ave. offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
522-524 Lafayette Ave. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 522-524 Lafayette Ave. receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
522-524 Lafayette Ave. is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 522-524 Lafayette Ave. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
522-524 Lafayette Ave. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
522-524 Lafayette Ave. is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 522-524 Lafayette Ave. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
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- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Rockford
2-bedroom apartments at 522-524 Lafayette Ave. cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Rockford.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Rockford
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $900 |
| July 2024 | $893 |
| August 2024 | $757 |
| September 2024 | $750 |
| October 2024 | $750 |
| November 2024 | $710 |
| December 2024 | $695 |
| January 2025 | $717 |
| February 2025 | $741 |
| March 2025 | $794 |
| April 2025 | $772 |
| May 2025 | $802 |
| June 2025 | $893 |
| July 2025 | $1,212 |
| August 2025 | $889 |
| September 2025 | $910 |
| October 2025 | $1,097 |
| November 2025 | $1,168 |
| December 2025 | $1,184 |
| January 2026 | $963 |
| February 2026 | $914 |
| March 2026 | $962 |
| April 2026 | $1,085 |
| May 2026 | $879 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,960 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $999.
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Schools near 522-524 Lafayette Ave.
Roosevelt Community Education Center
978 haskell ave
rockford, IL, 61103
PK, 9-12Public
C
Beyer Early Childhood Center
333 15th ave
rockford, IL, 61104
PKPublic
Barbour Two-Way Lang Immersion
1506 clover ave
rockford, IL, 61102
K-8Public
C-
Bloom Elementary School
2912 brendenwood rd
rockford, IL, 61107
K-5Public
C
Fairview Early Childhood Center
512 fairview ave
rockford, IL, 61108
PKPublic
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Getting around Rockford near 522 La Fayette Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 522 La Fayette Ave, Rockford
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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