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Apartments Under $1,200 in Rockford, IL

1 - 30 of 69 Results
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$999 - 1,099
Orchard Hills Apartments
4455 Charles St Rockford, IL
1 - 2 BR | Apr. 15, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
8
$999
Mainstreet Apartments
929 N Main St Rockford, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
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15
$750
3348 Sun Valley
3348 Sun Valley Ter Rockford, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
7
$949 - 1,099
Hershey Manor Apartments
1832 N Main St Rockford, IL
2 - 3 BR | May. 15, 2026
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
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Section 8
Disability Access
18
$949 - 1,099
Kemper Manor Apartments
2330 Kilburn Ave Rockford, IL
2 - 3 BR | May. 15, 2026
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Dog Friendly
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Income Restricted
Section 8
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$950 - 1,200
Versailles Place Apartments
5145 East State Street Rockford, IL
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
In Unit Laundry
15
$1,099
Harrison Beach Apartments
4242 Harrison Ave Rockford, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
6
$850
Carlton Apartments
950 North Main Street Rockford, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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5
$999 - 1,199
Halsted Park Apartments
2535 Halsted Rd Rockford, IL
1 - 3 BR | Apr. 30, 2026
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$1,075
1319-21 12th St
Rockford, IL
2 BR | Apr. 25, 2026
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Storage
Disability Access
1
$1,045
Riverside Apartments Ma Llc
3701 Trilling Ave Rockford, IL
Studio | Ask for Availability
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$925
939 N Church St
Rockford, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
1325 Parmele
Rockford, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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5
$995
Wesleyan Apartments
2425-2505 2513 Wesleyan Ave Rockford, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
2737 11th St
Rockford, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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$999 - 1,099
Spacious 1 &2 Bedrooms With Balcony, Parking And Onsite Laundry
2020 Forest View Rd Rockford, IL
1 - 2 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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Dog Friendly
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Surface Parking
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$1,120 - 1,125
Mulford Park Apartments
444 Gramercy Dr #10 Rockford, IL
2 - 3 BR | Apr. 14, 2026
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Cat Friendly
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$875
2202 Hancock St
Rockford, IL
1 BR | May. 28, 2026
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1
$925
3410 Garfield
Rockford, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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Central Terrace
1
$925
4651 Governors Dr
4651 Govenors St Rockford, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
1
$900
8th Ave. 2216
2216 8th Ave Rockford, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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$800 - 999
The Arbors
3936 Eagle Dr Rockford, IL
1 - 2 BR | Apr. 15, 2026
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
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$1,150
N. Church St 1140
1140 N Church St Rockford, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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$875
2010-2012 Kishwaukee St
Rockford, IL
1 BR | Apr. 10, 2026
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Seventh Street District
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$850
1130-1132 Crosby St
1132 Crosby St Rockford, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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$995 - 1,095
Furman Apartments
1118 Furman St Rockford, IL
1 - 2 BR | Apr. 1, 2026
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HOPE VI
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$950
Carnaby Square Apartments
604 St Louis Ave Rockford, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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$950
607 N 2nd St
Rockford, IL
2 BR | Apr. 24, 2026
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River District
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$1,150
3120 Meriday Ln
Rockford, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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$850 - 950
Whitestone Manor Apartments
529 N Main St Rockford, IL
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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River District
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in Rockford, IL on Rentable.co?

There are 69 apartments under $1,200 in Rockford currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in Rockford?

Rentable.co has 29 studio apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Rockford.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Rockford?

Rentable.co has 800 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Rockford.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Rockford?

Rentable.co has 550 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Rockford.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in Rockford, IL?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in Rockford based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $37,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,200 for rent in Rockford, IL?

  1. HOPE VI
  2. Seventh Street District
  3. Central Terrace
  4. River District
  5. North Rock

Apartments Under $1,200 in Rockford, IL: March Rental Information

Welcome to the March 2026 Rockford Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the March 2026 key findings and figures for the Rockford rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Rockford and surrounding areas. This summary also provides an insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in Rockford. So whether you're a student on a budget, a young professional starting out, or simply looking for an affordable place to call home, this report will give you a comprehensive overview of the rental market in Rockford, IL.
0 5 10 15 20 <$700 $720 $760 $800 $840 $880 $920 $960 $1,000 $1,040 $1,080
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Rockford stands at $860, with the majority falling between $710 and $1,100. Out of the 807 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Rockford, 778 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 96% of the total available one-bedroom units in Rockford.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: Rockford vs. Surrounding Areas

Rockford, IL
DeKalb, IL
Belvidere, IL
Freeport, IL
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The chart above provides an overview of the number of apartments currently available for rent under $1,200 in Rockford, IL, as well as its surrounding cities. As of March 2026, the total inventory of these affordable apartments in the Rockford metro area stands at 125. The chart also displays the individual counts for each of the surrounding cities, including Belvidere, Cherry Valley, Marengo, Harvard, Rockton, DeKalb, Freeport, Machesney Park, Genoa, Kirkland, Poplar Grove, Winnebago, Sycamore, Mt. Morris, Roscoe, and Byron. Prospective renters can use this information to easily compare the availability of affordable apartments in different locations within the Rockford area.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: Rockford and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in March M/M % Change
Rockford, IL 87 +0.97%
DeKalb, IL 15 +0.99%
Belvidere, IL 5 +1.03%
Freeport, IL 4 +0.87%
Sycamore, IL 2 +1.0%
Cherry Valley, IL 2 +0.9%
Byron, IL 2 +1.0%
Machesney Park, IL 1 +1.17%
Mt. Morris, IL 1 +1.29%
Rockton, IL 0 +1.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Rockford?

Available apartments under $1,200 1,534
Top amenities Balcony/Deck/Patio, Controlled Access, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven
Pet friendly 130
Utilities included 46
1 Bedroom 108
2 Bedroom 69
3 Bedroom 12
Square footage 500 - 1,150

Where are Rockford Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Hope vi, Seventh street district, Central terrace, River district, North rock
HOPE VI 5
Seventh Street District 3
Central Terrace 2
River District 2
North Rock 1
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