1319 17th St
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1717 Madison St, Unit Lower
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8600 14th St W
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Rock Island, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rock Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $989 | $750 | $1,195 |
| Rock Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,506 | $995 | $3,400 |
| Rock Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,317 | $1,100 | $1,595 |
| Rock Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rock Island, IL
Pricing Updated: 05/14/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rock Island, IL area range in price from $583 to $2,875 with an overall median price of $1,504. The three Rock Island neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southwest Rock Island at $700, West Central Rock Island at $620, and Central Rock Island at $620. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Rock Island | $825 | $700 | 1 |
| West Central Rock Island | $1,100 | $620 | 15 |
| Central Rock Island | $1,125 | $620 | 29 |
| Blackhawk | $1,275 | $700 | 2 |
| Rock Riverfront | $1,275 | $700 | 2 |
| Highland Park | $1,425 | $620 | 38 |
| Old Town Chicago | $1,549 | $583 | 88 |
| East Central Rock Island | $1,556 | $625 | 41 |
| 45th Street | $1,599 | $625 | 43 |
| Downtown Rock Island | $1,624 | $583 | 90 |
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 Apartments in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood priced from $625. Shire and Rivendell Apartments in the Downtown Moline neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rock Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Shire and Rivendell Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Beverly Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Cotton Mill Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Vue at 7th Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Island, IL
As of May 15, 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrat Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| 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 | $0.92 |
| 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 |
| 1511 24th Ave, Unit 2 | 1511 24th Ave | 1BR,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 |
| Cotton Mill Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rock Island ranges from $650 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,306.
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