Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rock Riverfront Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL from $600 (11 Rentals)

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2700 6th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2700 6th Ave

2700 6th AveRock Island, IL 61201
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830 14 1/2 St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

830 14 1/2 St

830 14 1/2 StRock Island, IL 61201
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820 19th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

820 19th St

820 19th StRock Island, IL 61201

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Rosala
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosala

1907 5th AveRock Island, IL 61201
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723 20th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

723 20th St

723 20th StRock Island, IL 61201
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4618 12th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4618 12th St

4618 12th StRock Island, IL 61201
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735 20th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

735 20th St

735 20th StRock Island, IL 61201
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1314 20th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1314 20th St

1314 20th StRock Island, IL 61201

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Maple Ridge Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Ridge Apartments

3700 5th StRock Island, IL 61201
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Rock Riverfront, Rock Island, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rock Riverfront Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Century Woods Apartments1 BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$615

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Riverfront, IL

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rock Riverfront area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2900 8 1/2 Ave Model at 2900 8 1/2 Ave, Unit 21 in the in the Hamilton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Rock Riverfront apartment is the 1 BR 1 Bath Model at Century Woods Apartments starting at $615 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Saukie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rock Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2900 8 1/2 Ave, Unit 212900 8 1/2 Ave3BR,2BA$0.92
Century Woods Apartments1 BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.82
123 6th St W, Unit 115123 6th St W2BR,1BA$1.50
2543 17th St, Unit 12543 17th St1BR,1BA$1.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rock Riverfront, Rock Island, IL

Ranked #19

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rock Riverfront Apartments

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rock Riverfront?

Cheap apartments in Rock Riverfront have an average cost of $525 which is $442 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rock Riverfront.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.