1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rock Island, IL (178 Rentals)

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Rock Island, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rock Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rock Island Studio Apartments | $995 | $575 | $1,900 |
Rock Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,068 | $600 | $1,825 |
Rock Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,172 | $750 | $2,140 |
Rock Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $875 | $2,400 |
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Rock Island 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: September 27, 2025There are currently 308 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Rock Island, IL that range in price from $600 to $1,825. Keystone, College Circle and Downtown Rock Island are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Rock Island with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Keystone | 31 | $1,095 | $600 |
College Circle | 29 | $1,124 | $600 |
Downtown Rock Island | 29 | $1,074 | $600 |
Old Town Chicago | 28 | $1,080 | $600 |
Sunset Business Park | 28 | $1,095 | $600 |
Broadway | 27 | $1,097 | $600 |
Hilltop | 26 | $1,124 | $600 |
Douglas Park | 25 | $1,150 | $600 |
Greenbush | 25 | $1,097 | $600 |
Longview | 25 | $1,150 | $600 |
Largest Available Rock Island 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rock Island, IL is found at Davenport Bank Apartments in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood and is 1,200 square feet priced from $1,000. Gordon-Van Tine Commons has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,045 square feet and currently listed start at $1,243. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Rock Island:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Davenport Bank Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
Gordon-Van Tine Commons | 1 Bedroom w/Office | 1,045 Sq Ft | $1,243 |
401 Brady St | 1,044 Sq Ft | $1,600 | |
Market Lofts in the Heart of Downtown Devenport | 1BR/1.0BA | 928 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Democrat Lofts | 1x1 | 922 Sq Ft | $900 |
Bowstring Lofts | 1BR/1BA | 874 Sq Ft | $1,080 |
Pierce School Lofts | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 822 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
Union Arcade Building | 1bd/1ba | 450 Sq Ft | $900 |
Cheapest Available Rock Island 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rock Island, IL is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $625 at Carriage Hill in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Rock Island 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1BA Model at Shire and Rivendell Apartments starting at $650 in the Downtown Moline neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Rock Island is currently $1,068. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Rock Island:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Carriage Hill | 1BR/1.0BA | $625 |
Shire and Rivendell Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $650 |
RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $650 |
Crescent Lofts | Income Restricted | $824 |
Union Arcade Building | 1bd/1ba | $900 |
Democrat Lofts | 1x1 | $900 |
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Getting Around Rock Island, IL
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Rock Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Rock Island with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Rock Island is at Carriage Hill listed at $625.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Rock Island Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Rock Island is $1,068.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Rock Island Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rock Island is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,000 at Davenport Bank Apartments.
What is the average size for Rock Island 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Rock Island is currently 648 sq ft.
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