514 E State St #1 · Apartment for Rent

This large vintage loft apartment sits above Sister's Thai Restaurant and overlooks the 500 Block of State Street, offering a spacious layout with tall ceilings and a mix of historic character and modern updates. The main living room features dark wood flooring, gray walls, and oversized windows that bring in abundant natural light. An exposed brick accent wall adds warmth and texture, and the room includes a ceiling fan, window blinds, and a mounted TV bracket for convenience. From the living room, a hallway leads to the primary bedroom, which includes its own private bathroom. The primary bath offers a clean, updated layout with a full vanity, bright lighting, and a walk in shower. A second full bathroom is located off the hallway and features a modern glass enclosed shower with black trim, white tile, and a decorative stained glass window that adds a unique architectural detail. The kitchen blends vintage charm with practical updates, including wood cabinetry, tiled countertops, a stainless steel stove and refrigerator, and a classic black and white checkered floor, stainless sink, and an in unit washer and dryer. An enclosed back porch area provides extra storage or a quiet sitting space. The apartment includes central air, a dishwasher, ceiling fans, and tile or laminate flooring throughout. Water is included in the rent, while electric, gas, and cable are the responsibility of the tenant. Located within easy walking distance to Swedish American, downtown shops, restaurants, coffee shops, and entertainment venues, Rockford City Market, and Stroll on State. This loft offers both convenience and character in the heart of the city. Absolutely NO smoking permitted! Some pets are allowed with a $300 non refundable pet fee and an additional $25/pet/month. RENTAL CRITERIA To qualify for this rental, applicants must meet the following requirements: - NO evictions within the last 5 years. - Monthly income must be at least 3 times the rental amount, unless receiving long-term rental assistance. - Clean background is required. Application & Screening Process: - An application must be submitted to schedule a showing. - After viewing the rental, applicants MUST complete a soft credit, background, and eviction check ($35 per applicant), unless a valid report from the last 30 days is provided.