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Rock Island, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rock Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,029 | $795 | $1,500 |
| Rock Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,469 | $1,100 | $3,800 |
| Rock Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,384 | $1,250 | $1,550 |
| Rock Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rock Island, IL
Pricing Updated: 07/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rock Island, IL area range in price from $550 to $2,400 with an overall median price of $1,355. The three Rock Island neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southwest Rock Island at $700, 45th Street at $600, and Rock Riverfront at $625. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rock Island Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Rock Island | $900 | $700 | 2 |
| 45th Street | $1,075 | $600 | 31 |
| Rock Riverfront | $1,175 | $625 | 13 |
| Downtown Rock Island | $1,195 | $550 | 108 |
| Old Town Chicago | $1,195 | $550 | 105 |
| Saukie | $1,212 | $625 | 26 |
| Central Rock Island | $1,262 | $625 | 18 |
| East Central Rock Island | $1,262 | $600 | 28 |
| West Central Rock Island | $1,262 | $625 | 18 |
| Greenbush | $1,272 | $600 | 101 |
Cheapest Available Rock Island Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Rock Island, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at RIVERWALK LOFTS in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood priced from $620. Carriage Hill Apartments in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rock Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Shire and Rivendell Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Cotton Mill Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Crescent Lofts | Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Island, IL
As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rock Island area is the $0.90 price per square foot 1229 9th Ave Model at 1229 9th Ave, Unit 1231 in the in the Saukie neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Rock Island apartment is the 521 W 8th St Model at 521 W 8th St, Unit 2 starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rock Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1229 9th Ave, Unit 1231 | 1229 9th Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| 521 W 8th St, Unit 2 | 521 W 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 2900 8 1/2 Ave, Unit 22 | 2900 8 1/2 Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| 2216 W 3rd St, Unit DOWNSTAIRS | 2216 W 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| 1604 30th St, Unit 2 | 1604 30th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 2629 24th St, Unit A | 2629 24th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 2504 15th St, Unit 4 | 2504 15th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 2123 16th St, Unit Studio 1 | 2123 16th St | Studio ,1BA | $0.89 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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There are currently 277 Apartments for Rent in Rock Island, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,400. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rock Island ranging from $650 to $3,800.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rock Island ranges from $650 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,245.
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