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1527 8th Ave

1319 17th St

1604 30th St

608 W 3rd St
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1720 18th Ave

1701 25th St

1308 43rd St

1308 43rd St
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1512 E 12th St

1522 39th Ave

421 Brady St

404 W 16th St

421 W 11th St

1408 8th St
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4408 17th Ave

2137 Stadium Dr

2708 7th Ave
Rock Island, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Rock Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rock Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $972 | $650 | $1,400 |
Rock Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,774 | $1,000 | $3,800 |
Rock Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,365 | $1,100 | $1,595 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rock Island, IL
Pricing Updated: 06/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rock Island, IL area range in price from $550 to $2,875 with an overall median price of $1,570. The three Rock Island neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Central Rock Island at $625, Central Rock Island at $625, and Blackhawk at $690. 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 |
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West Central Rock Island | $1,262 | $625 | 25 |
Central Rock Island | $1,295 | $625 | 29 |
Blackhawk | $1,395 | $690 | 7 |
Rock Riverfront | $1,395 | $690 | 6 |
East Central Rock Island | $1,412 | $625 | 48 |
45th Street | $1,495 | $625 | 59 |
Southwest Rock Island | $1,495 | $690 | 3 |
Downtown Rock Island | $1,624 | $550 | 101 |
Greenbush | $1,624 | $550 | 95 |
Old Town Chicago | $1,624 | $550 | 100 |
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 |
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RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Harrison Lofts | Studio - 40% | Studio,1BA | $627 |
Shire and Rivendell Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Beverly Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Island, IL
As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rock Island area is the $0.62 price per square foot 1x1 Model at Democrat Lofts in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Rock Island apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Model at Pierce School Lofts starting at $1,325 with a $0.92 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. |
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Democrat Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.62 |
Pierce School Lofts | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
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 |
2216 W 3rd St, Unit DOWNSTAIRS | 2216 W 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
1515 26th St, Unit Apt #C | 1515 26th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
1527 8th Ave, Unit 2 | 1527 8th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
306 3rd St W, Unit 3 | 306 3rd St W | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
2123 16th St, Unit Studio 1 | 2123 16th St | Studio ,1BA | $0.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rock Island
What type of rentals are currently available in Rock Island?
There are currently 265 Apartments for Rent in Rock Island, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,875. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rock Island ranging from $600 to $3,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rock Island?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rock Island ranges from $600 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,222.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rock Island?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rock Island range from $1,000 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,195.
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