Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Blackhawk Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL from $500 (4 Rentals)

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Blackhawk, Rock Island, IL Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blackhawk, IL

As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Blackhawk area is the $0.82 price per square foot 1 BR 1 Bath Model at Century Woods Apartments in the in the Saukie neighborhood starting from $615. The second greatest value Blackhawk apartment is the 701 31st St Model at 701 31st St, Unit A starting at $1,000 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Hamilton Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blackhawk apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Century Woods Apartments1 BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.82
701 31st St, Unit A701 31st St2BR,1BA$1.33
525 30th St, Unit #2525 30th St1BR,1BA$1.12
Marquee Apartments LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.66
2121 16th St, Unit 2121 South2121 16th St1BR,1BA$1.42
119 6th St W, Unit 119119 6th St W2BR,1BA$1.50
737 17th St, Unit 1737 17th StStudio ,1BA$1.82

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Blackhawk, Rock Island, IL

Ranked #17

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Blackhawk Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Blackhawk?

The cheapest apartment in Blackhawk is Century Woods Apartments which is listed at $615, while the average apartment in Blackhawk costs $967.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Blackhawk?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Blackhawk that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.