Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on July 30, 2026
Average rent in
Rockford, IL
Average rent in
Last updated on July 30, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Rockford, IL rent rose 9.1% year over year to a current median of $1,199/month. This marks a continued increase in rents, with the median now slightly above the city's recent peak of $1,175/month in July 2026.
Compared to national trends
Rockford is 37.9% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city has 126 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios rent for $1,045/month, 1-bedrooms for $995/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,195/month in Rockford. The citywide median rent is $1,199/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
The neighborhood of Ethnic Village saw rents rise 23.8% year over year, while Edgewater and Rolling Green also climbed by 23.5% and 20.9% respectively. These increases outpace the citywide growth and show localized rent gains in Rockford, IL.
Median rent
Median rent in Rockford
$1,199/mo
9%vs previous year
The average rent in Rockford is $1,199 per month as of July 2026. This is 38% below the national average rent, or $731 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Rockford
126
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Rockford rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Rockford, IL
Average rent prices in Rockford have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 9% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Rockford, IL
Rent prices in Rockford vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Rockford is $1,095, whereas a house costs $1,532. 1-bedroom apartments in Rockford run $995 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,150.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,045 | 6% | 16% | |
1 bedroom | $995 | 6% | 8% | |
2 bedroom | $1,195 | 1% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,500 | 38% |  39% | |
4 bedroom | $2,995 | 1% | 68% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Churchill Grove | $1,095 | |
Downtown Rockford | $1,150 | |
Ellis Heights | $1,197 | |
Highland | $1,100 | |
Jackson Oaks | $1,095 | |
Midtown | $1,150 | |
North End Square | $1,199 | |
Rolling Green | $1,299 | |
Roosevelt | $1,095 | |
Signal Hill | $1,195 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,095 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,687 | 33% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,532 | 33% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,045
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
16%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
8%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
38%
Last year
39%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,995
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
68%
North End Square
Average rent
$1,199
Churchill Grove
Average rent
$1,095
Signal Hill
Average rent
$1,195
Rolling Green
Average rent
$1,299
Midtown
Average rent
$1,150
Jackson Oaks
Average rent
$1,095
Ellis Heights
Average rent
$1,197
Highland
Average rent
$1,100
Roosevelt
Average rent
$1,095
Downtown Rockford
Average rent
$1,150
Apartments
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,687
Last 30 days
33%
Houses
Average rent
$1,532
Last 30 days
33%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Rockford, IL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Rockford, IL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Rockford and Beloit by all bedroom counts and property types.
Rockford
38%lower than the national median
38%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Rockford, IL is equal to the median rent in Beloit, WI.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,300
$1,575
13%$1,175
23%$1,297
7%$1,160
1%$1,175
Cost of living in Rockford, IL
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% lower |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 13% higher |
| Housing | 24% lower |
| Transportation | No difference |
| Utilities | 7% lower |
Discover rentals in Rockford, IL
10h ago
3304 Sun Valley Ter, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
5145 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$775–$990
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
902 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
950 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rockford
435 N Mulford Rd #8-9, Rockford, IL 61107
Studio
0 baths
$3,500
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 1
1d ago
913 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,399–$2,300
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Rockford
7676 Western Gailes Dr, Rockford, IL 61107
2 beds
2 baths
$2,250
Condo for rent
Available Sep 15
2d ago
House for rent in Rockford
3 beds
2 baths
$2,195
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
112 Murray Dr, Rockford, IL 61109
3 beds
2 baths
$1,349
House for rent
10h ago
7367 Meander Dr, Rockford, IL 61107
2 beds
1 bath
$1,499
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
902 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
4401 Eastridge Dr, Rockford, IL 61107
3 beds
1 bath
$1,575
House for rent
13h ago
Verified
950 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
5145 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$775–$990
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
112 Murray Dr, Rockford, IL 61109
3 beds
2 baths
$1,349
House for rent
5d+ ago
4242 Harrison Ave, Rockford, IL 61108
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,099–$1,299
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
112 Murray Dr, Rockford, IL 61109
3 beds
2 baths
$1,349
House for rent
13h ago
Verified
950 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
902 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
5145 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$775–$990
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Rockford, IL
Quick answers to common questions about the Rockford rental market.
How much is rent in Rockford?
The average rent in Rockford is $1,199 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Rockford?
Average rent prices in Rockford have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 9% since last year.
How does Rockford rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Rockford is 38% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $731 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Rockford?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Rockford are Churchill Grove ($1,095/mo), Jackson Oaks ($1,095/mo), and Roosevelt ($1,095/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Rockford?
To comfortably afford rent in Rockford, you'd need to earn approximately $48,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Rockford?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Rockford average around $900/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,080/month, both up from last year with increases of 9.5% and 8.4% respectively.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).