Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Blackhawk Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL from $600 (9 Rentals)
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4626 12th St
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Blackhawk, Rock Island, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Blackhawk?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Blackhawk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $690 | $1,499 |
Blackhawk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $850 | $825 | $900 |
Blackhawk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,395 | $1,395 | $1,395 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Blackhawk Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL.
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Cheapest Available Blackhawk Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cotton Mill Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Butterworth Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blackhawk, IL
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Blackhawk area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2900 8 1/2 Ave Model at 2900 8 1/2 Ave, Unit 22 in the in the Hamilton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Blackhawk apartment is the 2512 18th Ave Model at 2512 18th Ave, Unit Half starting at $1,000 with a $0.91 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2900 8 1/2 Ave, Unit 22 | 2900 8 1/2 Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
2512 18th Ave, Unit Half | 2512 18th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
2504 15th St, Unit 4 | 2504 15th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
2500 25th St, Unit Apartment #8 | 2500 25th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
121 4th Ave W, Unit 3 | 121 4th Ave W | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Cotton Mill Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
2123 16th St, Unit Studio 1 | 2123 16th St | Studio ,1BA | $0.89 |
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Getting Around the Blackhawk Neighborhood in Rock Island, IL
Walk Score®
23 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 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 Cheap Blackhawk Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Blackhawk Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Blackhawk Apartment is $700 at Cotton Mill Apartments.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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