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113 Mitchell Dr, Rockford, IL 61109
On-site laundry | Carpet | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$1,549
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$88,999
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1d ago
4242 Harrison Ave, Rockford, IL 61108
On-site laundry | Balcony | Fitness center
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,099–$1,299
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3d ago
7367 Meander Dr, Rockford, IL 61107
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,499
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2d ago
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5145 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$835–$1,200
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3d ago
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950 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$875
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4d ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,260
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1 bed
1 bath
$915
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2 beds
1 bath
$925
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1d ago
Roosevelt apartment for rent in Rockford
1007 Garfield Ave #4, Rockford, IL 61101
Storage | Carpet | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$800
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Available Jun 21
1d ago
4455 Charles St, Rockford, IL 61108
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1 bath
$999–$1,299
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$900
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1d ago
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3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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1d ago
1404 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$1,225–$1,295
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$700
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1d ago
6538 Spring Brook Rd, Rockford, IL 61114
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,800–$2,150
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1d ago
1416 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Controlled access
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$1,495
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,475
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2d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,495
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Available Jul 3
2d ago
1750 Meadowlark Ln, Rockford, IL 61108
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$2,500
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2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,150
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2d ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$975–$1,475
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
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2d ago
1020 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
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2d ago
805 N Court St, Rockford, IL 61103
On-site laundry | Central heat | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$1,095
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2d ago
Ellis Heights apartment for rent in Rockford
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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2d ago
4 beds
2 baths
$1,650
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$895
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,025
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2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,400
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$750
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3d ago
529 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
On-site laundry | Central heat | Controlled access
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$995–$1,095
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$750
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$975–$1,200
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3d ago
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,045–$1,345
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3d ago
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4 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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Available Jul 15
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,175
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$950
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$925
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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4d ago
939 N Church St, Rockford, IL 61103
On-site laundry | Central heat | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$1,025
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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.
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 2026 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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