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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Rock Island, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rock Island, IL

Pricing Updated: 10/31/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Rock Island, IL area range in price from $565 to $2,400 with an overall median price of $1,377. The three Rock Island neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Blackhawk at $700, Rock Riverfront at $700, and Southwest Rock Island at $700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rock Island Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Blackhawk$875$7003
Rock Riverfront$875$7004
Southwest Rock Island$1,180$7002
45th Street$1,195$62522
College Circle$1,195$56589
Downtown Rock Island$1,195$56591
Greenbush$1,195$56591
Highland Park$1,249$56545
Old Town Chicago$1,290$56589
East Central Rock Island$1,300$62522

Cheapest Available Rock Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rock Island, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Carriage Hill in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood priced from $625. Harrison Lofts in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $627. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rock Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carriage Hill1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$625
Harrison LoftsStudio - 40%Studio,1BA$627
Shire and Rivendell Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$650
RIVERWALK LOFTS1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$650
Pershing Hill LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$818
Crescent LoftsIncome Restricted1BR,1BA$824
Union Arcade BuildingStudioStudio,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Island, IL

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rock Island area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Beverly Manor in the in the Villa Park neighborhood starting from $1,495. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Beverly Manor3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.00
Pierce School Lofts2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.92
Davenport Bank Apartments2bd/2ba2BR,2BA$1.00
1810 3rd Ave, Unit 11810 3rd Ave2BR,1BA$0.92
Vue at 7th2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Democrat Lofts1x11BR,1BA$0.98
2629 24th St, Unit C2629 24th St2BR,1BA$0.91
2504 15th St, Unit 42504 15th St2BR,1BA$0.93
Carriage Hill1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.88
RIVERWALK LOFTS1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.99

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rock Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Rock Island?

There are currently 275 Apartments for Rent in Rock Island, IL with pricing that ranges from $565 to $2,400. There are also 77 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rock Island ranging from $700 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 $700 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,311.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.