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2123 16th St, Unit Studio 1
2123 16th StRock Island, IL 61201
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rock Island Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL from $400 (27 Rentals)
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525 30th St, Unit Penthouse
525 30th StRock Island, IL 61201
2521 19th Ave
Rock IslandIL61201
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Harrison Lofts
1420 N Harrison StDavenport, IA 52803
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The Vue at 7th Apartments
321 E 7th StDavenport, IA 52803
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Carriage Hill Apartments
1203 E 11th StDavenport, IA 52803
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Sherwood Forest Apartments
1000 Blythwood PlDavenport, IA 52804
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2216 W 3rd St, Unit DOWNSTAIRS
2216 W 3rd StDavenport, IA 52802
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Federal Point
450 Leclaire StDavenport, IA 52801
217 E 14th St
DavenportIA52803
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Downtown Rock Island, Rock Island, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Rock Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rock Island Studio Apartments | $902 | $500 | $1,475 |
| Downtown Rock Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,077 | $650 | $1,810 |
| Downtown Rock Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $720 | $2,875 |
| Downtown Rock Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,609 | $1,095 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Rock Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rock Island Neighborhood of Rock Island, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Rock Island Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Rock Island area of Rock Island, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at RIVERWALK LOFTS priced from $620. LaFayette Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $720. Here are the most affordable Downtown Rock Island apartments for rent in Rock Island, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| LaFayette Square | The Vega | 2BR,1BA | $720 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Vue at 7th Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Crescent Lofts | Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Harrison Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rock Island, IL
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rock Island 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 Downtown Rock Island 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 Downtown Rock Island 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 |
| 2900 8 1/2 Ave, Unit 22 | 2900 8 1/2 Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 313 20th St, Unit 201 | 313 20th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 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 |
| 2500 25th St, Unit Apartment #8 | 2500 25th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Vue at 7th Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Rock Island Neighborhood in Rock Island, IL
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rock Island Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Rock Island?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Rock Island is under $800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Rock Island?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Rock Island is RIVERWALK LOFTS which is listed at $620, while the average apartment in Downtown Rock Island costs $1,624.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Rock Island?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Downtown Rock Island that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Rock Island?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Rock Island have an average cost of $462 which is $1,162 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Rock Island.
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