Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Keystone Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL from $400 (45 Rentals)
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2824 8th Ave

2723 6th Ave

2323-3030 31st Ave
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1127 11th St

RIVERWALK LOFTS

Shire and Rivendell Apartments

707 N Brady St

1012 Bridge Ave

1726 9th St

1011 N Ripley St
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432 W 3rd St

1020 18th Ave

Apartments on Main

611 N Perry St

411 E 8th St

Halligan Coffee Company Lofts

Butterworth Apartments
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407 17th Ave

1845 14th Ave

Pershing Hill Lofts

Moline High School Lofts

1215 1/2 E 12th St

Union Arcade Building

Mississippi Lofts
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Keystone, Rock Island, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Keystone?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keystone Studio Apartments | $1,045 | $750 | $1,900 |
| Keystone 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,066 | $625 | $1,825 |
| Keystone 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $750 | $2,600 |
| Keystone 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $775 | $2,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Keystone Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL.
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Cheapest Available Keystone Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Keystone area of Rock Island, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Carriage Hill priced from $625. Shire and Rivendell Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Keystone apartments for rent in Rock Island, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage Hill | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Shire and Rivendell Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Valley View | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Apartments on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Keystone, IL
As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Keystone area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Model at Pierce School Lofts in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Keystone apartment is the 2bd/2ba Model at Davenport Bank Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Keystone apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pierce School Lofts | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Davenport Bank Apartments | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| LeClaire | The Hepburn | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Vue at 7th | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Democrat Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 2629 24th St, Unit C | 2629 24th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 2504 15th St, Unit 4 | 2504 15th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 1701 25th St, Unit 4 | 1701 25th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Carriage Hill | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKeystone, Rock Island, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Keystone, Rock Island, IL
Longfellow Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Rock Island. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Keystone Neighborhood in Rock Island, IL
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 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 Keystone Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Keystone?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Keystone is at Apartments on Main listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Keystone Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Keystone Apartment is $625 at Carriage Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Keystone Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Keystone is starting from $750 at Shire and Rivendell Apartments.
What is the most affordable Keystone Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Keystone Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Moline High School Lofts and starts from $1,150.
Expert Rental Resources
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