
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Rock Island Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL from $400 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Central Rock Island area of Rock Island.


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2504 15th St, Unit 2

1819 17th St

1534 15th St

2824 8th Ave

1430 32nd St

605 41st St

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737 17th St, Unit 4

Total Monthly Price
701 31st St, Unit B
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Marquee Apartments

2811 8th Ave

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2900 8 1/2 Ave, Unit 22

Spencer Towers

Coventry Apartments

Cotton Mill Apartments

2323-3030 31st Ave

The Locks

1326 38th St
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Washington Square Apartments

1546 12th Ave

Moline Enterprise Lofts

Westwood Terrace Senior Housing

526 30th Ave

1701 2nd St

LeClaire

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508 16th Ave, Unit 508 Downstairs
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Garfield School

205-207-207 18th Ave

1650 Avenue of the Cities, Unit 4

5&15 Apartments

Wellington Apartments

Butterworth Apartments

1122 16th Ave

1122 3rd St

3207 4th St
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Moline High School Lofts

1118 17th Ave

410 15th Ave
East Central Rock Island, Rock Island, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Central Rock Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Rock Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $983 | $650 | $1,600 |
| East Central Rock Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,089 | $775 | $1,635 |
| East Central Rock Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,528 | $1,200 | $2,015 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Central Rock Island Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL.
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Cheapest Available East Central Rock Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central Rock Island area of Rock Island, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Washington Square Apartments priced from $625. LeClaire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $955. Here are the most affordable East Central Rock Island apartments for rent in Rock Island, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Square Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| LeClaire | The Gable | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Garfield School | 1901 Type 1 | 1BR,1BA | $961 |
| 5&15 Apartments | New 1Br near Downtown Moline | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Moline Enterprise Lofts | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central Rock Island, IL
As of September 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central Rock Island area is the $1.00 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 $1,200. The second greatest value East Central Rock Island apartment is the 1901 Type 2 Model at Garfield School starting at $1,125 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Villa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central Rock Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2900 8 1/2 Ave, Unit 22 | 2900 8 1/2 Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Garfield School | 1901 Type 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 508 16th Ave, Unit 508 Downstairs | 508 16th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 737 17th St, Unit 4 | 737 17th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Moline Enterprise Lofts | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Washington Square Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| LeClaire | The Gable | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 2504 15th St, Unit 2 | 2504 15th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 701 31st St, Unit B | 701 31st St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 5&15 Apartments | New 1Br near Downtown Moline | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Central Rock Island Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Central Rock Island?
The cheapest apartment in East Central Rock Island is Washington Square Apartments which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in East Central Rock Island costs $995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Central Rock Island?
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 9 regular apartments in East Central Rock Island that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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