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Highlights

  • Beyond spacious living spaces
  • Downtown district

Location

950 North Main Street, Rockford, Illinois 61103, United States|Signal Hill
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Management

Sierra Realty & Management

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Leasing office

(779) 202-3711

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9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Carlton Apartments shines with a Zumper expert rating of 9.9 out of 10, reflecting an excellent balance of price, value, and high-quality living. The property benefits from a prime downtown location with easy access to amenities, cultural venues, and recreation, further enhanced by competitive pricing and outstanding transparency in property management. With remarkable spacious living spaces and a vibrant social life nearby, it positions itself as a top choice for renters seeking a fulfilling lifestyle.

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

9.9
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Carlton Apartments is one of the top properties in Signal Hill. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2 bedroom one bathroom2 bed1 bath1,200 sqft$850 /mo1 unit available
3 bedroom 1.5 bath3 bed1.5 bath1,400 sqft$1,150 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Carlton Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
FireplaceHardwood Floor
High CeilingHigh Ceilings
Large ClosetsSkylight
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherEfficient Appliances
Gas RangeIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator
Washer and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Onsite LaundryWheelchair Accessible

Grounds

CourtyardOutdoor Space
Storage

Services

Hardwood Style Floors
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit.

$1,150

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About Carlton Apartments

HomeApartments in RockfordSignal Hill Carlton Apartments

Located in the heart of the downtown district, where the area is full of gloriously restored buildings, creating a charming atmosphere where folks love to stroll the sidewalks or riverfront, and pop into the various storefront specialty shops, cafes, and watering holes. Conveniently located minutes away from local hospitals, schools and college campuses, and the ever-growing, ever-popular downtown Rockford area! If you are looking for a professionally managed apartment, charming atmosphere, convenient location, and beyond spacious living spaces, then look no further than Carlton Apartments.


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.
9.9
/10
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Carlton Apartments is one of the top properties in Signal Hill. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.
How we rated Carlton Apartments
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.
Carlton Apartments 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·10A 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.
Carlton Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Carlton Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Carlton Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Carlton Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Carlton Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Carlton Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • 68 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 22 parks and recreation options
  • 60 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 29 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 Carlton Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 350 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Signal Hill

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Carlton Apartments to be 15% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Signal Hill.

3-bedroom apartments at Carlton Apartments cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Signal Hill.

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Signal Hill
Rockford
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Rockford
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$750
March 2024$745
April 2024$753
May 2024$750
June 2024$750
July 2024$750
August 2024$775
September 2024$785
October 2024$782
November 2024$768
December 2024$788
January 2025$796
February 2025$805
March 2025$798
April 2025$825
May 2025$859
June 2025$890
July 2025$875
August 2025$890
September 2025$882
October 2025$894
November 2025$895
December 2025$898
January 2026$897
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Signal Hill
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$795
March 2024$795
April 2024$792
May 2024$765
June 2024$750
July 2024$750
August 2024$802
September 2024$825
October 2024$824
November 2024$810
January 2025$763
February 2025$834
March 2025$837
July 2025$750
August 2025$750
September 2025$885
October 2025$909
November 2025$925
December 2025$950
January 2026$950

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 950 North Main Street?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$34,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $850.
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Schools near Carlton Apartments

Roosevelt Community Education Center

978 haskell ave

rockford, IL, 61103

PK, 9-12Public
C

Summerdale Early Childhood Center

3320 glenwood ave

rockford, IL, 61101

PKPublic

Barbour Two-Way Lang Immersion

1506 clover ave

rockford, IL, 61102

K-8Public
C-

Fairview Early Childhood Center

512 fairview ave

rockford, IL, 61108

PKPublic
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Getting around Rockford near 950 North Main Street

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
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 950 North Main Street, Rockford

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Noble's Groceries
529 W Jefferson St
Jumping Joe
601 W State St
Midtown Market
310 7th St
African Grocery House
3205 Auburn St
La Chiquita
1108 S Main St

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