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$714
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Freeport, IL Apartments for Rent

Freeport, Illinois, known as "Pretzel City, USA," sits 25 miles west of Rockford and 114 miles northwest of Chicago. This historic community was the site of the second Lincoln-Douglas debate in 1858. The city earned its nickname from its German heritage and the Billerbeck Bakery, established in 1869, whose pretzel production led the local newspaper to create the now-famous moniker. Apartment seekers will find rental prices averaging $714 for a one-bedroom apartment, considerably lower than the Illinois state average of $1,634.

Residents of Freeport apartments enjoy the city's outdoor spaces, including Krape Park, which features a limestone waterfall, paddle boat rentals, and mini-golf course. Read Park offers a family aquatic center and Little Cubs Field, a scaled-down version of Chicago's Wrigley Field. The historic downtown district preserves the area's architectural heritage, while nature enthusiasts can explore the Pecatonica River and the 133-acre Oakdale Nature Preserve's four miles of trails. With a population of approximately 24,000 and access to U.S. Route 20, Freeport combines small-town living with convenient transportation options.

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
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Somewhat Bikeable

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Minimal Transit

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Freeport High School

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Grades 9-12
1,080 Students
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Freeport Middle School

Public Middle School

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Grades 7-8
485 Students
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Carl Sandburg Middle School

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Grades 5-6
397 Students

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