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4d ago
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306 Mead Dr, Rockford, IL 61109
2 beds
1 bath
$899
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14h ago
7367 Meander Dr, Rockford, IL 61107
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,499
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16h ago
2425-2505-2513 Wesleyan Ave, Rockford, IL 61108
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$895–$995
Price drop
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1d ago
1404 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
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9h ago
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5145 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$775–$1,200
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1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
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5h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,325
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5h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350–$1,400
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7h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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8h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$570–$750
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On-Site Laundry
Controlled Access
Air Conditioning
Garage Parking
9h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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9h ago
Signal Hill apartment for rent in Rockford
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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13h ago
House for rent in Rockford
4338 Pepper Dr #2, Rockford, IL 61114
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,550
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13h ago
2535 Halsted Rd, Rockford, IL 61101
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1 bath
$899–$1,399
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,045–$1,345
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19h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,495
Apartment for rent
20h ago
1020 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
21h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,175
Apartment for rent
21h ago
House for rent in Rockford
5 beds
1.5 baths
$1,895
House for rent
Available Aug 1
23h ago
House for rent in Rockford
3 beds
2 baths
$1,300
House for rent
Available Mar 27
1d ago
4455 Charles St, Rockford, IL 61108
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1 bath
$999–$1,299
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Rockford
2019 Overdene Ave, Rockford, IL 61103
Storage | On-site management | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
1d ago
Ellis Heights house for rent in Rockford
2403 Elm St, Rockford, IL 61102
Garage parking | Hardwood floor | On-site management
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
House for rent
1d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,310
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Rockford
In-unit laundry | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,700
House for rent
Available May 19
1d ago
Central Park house for rent in Rockford
Hardwood floor | Fireplace | Dishwasher
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,675
House for rent
Available May 19
1d ago
Edgewater apartment for rent in Rockford
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
Available May 8
1d ago
913 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,399–$2,300
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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1d ago
House for rent in Rockford
4 beds
1.5 baths
$1,250
House for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,020–$1,285
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Highland apartment for rent in Rockford
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
2d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$899–$999
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$800–$999
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2d ago
529 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
On-site laundry | Central heat | Controlled access
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$795–$950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Rockford
197 Flintridge Dr, Rockford, IL 61107
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
House for rent
Available Aug 10
2d ago
2020 Forest View Rd, Rockford, IL 61108
Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$999–$1,099
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$750
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2d ago
Apartment for rent in Rockford
4728 Trevor Cir #4, Rockford, IL 61109
Air conditioning | Central heat | Ceiling fan
2 beds
1 bath
$1,055
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Available May 18
2d ago
1416 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Controlled access
2 beds
2 baths
$1,395–$1,495
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
2d ago
939 N Church St, Rockford, IL 61103
On-site laundry | Central heat | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$925
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Rockford residents often enjoy the city's affordability and abundance of parks, making it a relaxed place to live. Many appreciate the variety of recreational options, such as the local trails and community events that foster an active lifestyle. The city's cultural scene, including theaters and museums, also receives positive attention. However, some locals mention challenges with crime and the need for more dining options, indicating that the restaurant scene could use improvement.
Rockford's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $870 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,000 monthly. These figures reflect the current pricing across the city's rental inventory.
Rents in Rockford, IL are on the rise, with an overall increase of about 7% for all rental sizes. Specifically, 1-bedroom rents have increased by 5%, and 2-bedroom rents have seen a 10% increase.
March offers the lowest rental prices in Rockford, while December sees the highest rent with an 8% difference between peak and off-peak pricing. July presents the most competitive rental market with higher demand relative to available inventory, whereas December shows the least competition.
Signal Hill generates the highest consumer interest at 1.5 times more than the market average, making it Rockford's most sought-after neighborhood. Downtown Rockford and Churchill Grove offer strong walk scores and access to parks, while Coronado-Haskell provides excellent walkability and restaurant options for active social lifestyles.
Signal Hill offers the most affordable option with median rent around $880, while Midtown provides budget-friendly living at around $970 monthly. Downtown Rockford also presents cost-effective options at around $880 per month, running 3% below the city median for one-bedroom apartments.
Rockford maintains a strong selection of pet-friendly rentals, with 36% of listings welcoming pets. With an average of 292 listings available monthly, this translates to approximately 105 pet-friendly apartments available for renters with furry companions.
Utilities are rarely included in Rockford rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all bedroom types. Only about 8 apartments out of the monthly average include utilities as part of the rent package.
Ranch-style homes define Rockford's rental landscape, offering single-story living with practical benefits like accessible floor plans and attached garages. These homes feature horizontal lines, open layouts, and picture windows that create spacious living environments with typically larger outdoor spaces compared to multi-story alternatives.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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