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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Rockford, IL
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Rockford rent stands today
Rockford, IL rent rose 10.7% year over year, with a current median of $1,195/month matching the city's peak. Renters are paying $115 more per month on average than last year as rents continue to climb steadily.
Compared to national trends
Rockford sits 37.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city offers 166 total rentals in an active market.
Price ranges
Studios in Rockford run around $950/month, 1-bedrooms at $952/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,175/month, with 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms reaching $1,525 and $1,800/month respectively. Apartments make up 62.6% of rentals with a median of $1,095/month, while houses rent for a median of $1,600/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Coronado Haskell rents rose 55.6% year over year to $1,400/month across 26 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 10.7% rise. Meanwhile, Brown Hills Knightsville saw rents fall 37.5% year over year to $1,125/month, showing divergent local trends within Rockford.
Median rent
Median rent in Rockford
$1,195/mo
11%vs previous year
The average rent in Rockford is $1,195 per month as of October 2026. This is 37% below the national average rent, or $705 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Rockford
166
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 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 11% 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 $1,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Rockford run $955 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,125.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $950 | No Change |  7% | |
1 bedroom | $952 | No Change | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,175 | No Change | 12% | |
3 bedroom | $1,525 | 3% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $1,800 | No Change | 11% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Churchill Grove | $1,272 | |
Downtown Rockford | $1,200 | |
Edgewater | $1,125 | |
Highland | $1,137 | |
Jackson Oaks | $1,200 | |
Midtown | $975 | |
North End Square | $1,150 | |
Rolling Green | $1,150 | |
Roosevelt | $1,225 | |
Signal Hill | $1,199 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,095 | No Change | 10% | |
Condos | $1,600 | 29% | 34% | |
Houses | $1,600 | 3% | 14% |
Studio
Average rent
$950
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$952
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,175
Last year
12%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,525
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last year
11%
Jackson Oaks
Average rent
$1,200
Roosevelt
Average rent
$1,225
Churchill Grove
Average rent
$1,272
Midtown
Average rent
$975
Signal Hill
Average rent
$1,199
Rolling Green
Average rent
$1,150
North End Square
Average rent
$1,150
Highland
Average rent
$1,137
Downtown Rockford
Average rent
$1,200
Edgewater
Average rent
$1,125
Apartments
Average rent
$1,095
Last year
10%
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
29%
Last year
34%
Houses
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
14%
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
37%lower than the national median
34%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Rockford, IL is 4% lower than the median rent in Beloit, WI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,250
14%$995
17%$1,925
20%$1,495
20%$1,375
4%$1,400
78%$1,450
7%$1,450
19%$1,322
17%$1,299
24%$1,375
31%$1,200
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 | 3% lower |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 13% higher |
| Housing | 23% lower |
| Transportation | 1% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Rockford, IL
3h ago
3304 Sun Valley Ter, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
5145 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$775–$1,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
950 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
902 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rockford
435 N Mulford Rd #8-9, Rockford, IL 61107
Studio
0 baths
$3,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Feb 1
15h ago
CMC house for rent in Rockford
3329 Lookout Dr #NA, Rockford, IL 61109
3 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rockford
3 beds
3 baths
$2,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rockford
1127 Prestwick Pkwy, Rockford, IL 61107
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
Verified
902 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
6h ago
913 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,399–$2,499
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
4455 Charles St, Rockford, IL 61108
1–2 beds
1 bath
$999–$1,299
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Palmwood house for rent in Rockford
2 beds
2 baths
$1,775
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 17
11h ago
Verified
950 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
902 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
5145 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$775–$1,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
929 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$899–$999
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
950 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
902 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$875
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
15h ago
House for rent in Rockford
2915 Wesleyan Ave #1, Rockford, IL 61108
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 28
20h ago
House for rent in Rockford
3207 Darwood Dr, Rockford, IL 61101
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House 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 $1,195 per month as of October 24, 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 11% since last year.
How does Rockford rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Rockford is 37% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $705 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Rockford?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Rockford are Midtown ($975/mo), Edgewater ($1,125/mo), and Highland ($1,137/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?
March offers the best rental deals in Rockford with the lowest prices of the year, while December sees the highest rents with an 8.1% difference between these months. July tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand.
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).