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Highlights

  • Off street parking lot
  • No smoking
  • On site coin laundry

Location

1145 W Empire St, Freeport, IL 61032, USA
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Management

JLH Property Management

Leasing office

(844) 325-5440 ext. 5450

Property Overview

The property at 1145 W. Empire St. earns a solid expert rating, indicating its overall appeal in the market. Key pros include a favorable location and desirable amenities that cater to a range of potential residents. Notable features further enhance its attractiveness, making it a compelling option for those seeking a new home.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1145 W. Empire St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1145 W. Empire St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1145 W. Empire St - 42 bed1 bath$625 /moNice and cozy lower two bedroom apartment near Read's Park in Freeport. Wall unit air conditioning. On site coin laundry. Off street parking lot. Water/sewer/garbage removal included. Tenant pays for electric ONLY! Carport available for an additional charge. NO PETS and NO SMOKING. Please visit JLHPropertyManagement dot com to view rental requirements and to submit an application

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$625

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About 1145 W. Empire St

HomeApartments in Freeport 1145 W. Empire St

Nice and cozy lower two bedroom apartment near Read's Park in Freeport. Wall unit air conditioning. On site coin laundry. Off street parking lot. Water/sewer/garbage removal included. Tenant pays for electric ONLY! Carport available for an additional charge. NO PETS and NO SMOKING. Please visit JLHPropertyManagement dot com to view rental requirements and to submit an application


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1145 W. Empire St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1145 W. Empire St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1145 W. Empire St
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.
1145 W. Empire St 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1145 W. Empire St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1145 W. Empire St 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 1145 W. Empire St 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.
1145 W. Empire St 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.

1145 W. Empire St is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 37 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 12 parks and recreation options
  • A bustling neighborhood

Eco living

  • 12 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area

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 1145 W. Empire St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Freeport

2-bedroom apartments at 1145 W. Empire St cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Freeport.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Freeport
A table of studio rental data trends in Freeport
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$850
February 2024$744
March 2024$575
April 2024$575
May 2024$575
June 2024$575
July 2024$531
August 2024$415
September 2024$400
October 2024$400
November 2024$400
December 2024$400
January 2025$400
February 2025$400
March 2025$400
April 2025$462
May 2025$560
June 2025$643
July 2025$600
August 2025$600
September 2025$600
October 2025$582

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$25,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $25,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $625.
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Schools near 1145 W. Empire St

Empire Elementary School

1325 empire st

freeport, IL, 61032

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Getting around Freeport near 1145 W Empire St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 1145 W Empire St, Freeport

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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