
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, IL from $300 (28 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in Carbondale.


Saluki Apartments

Campus Edge

The Quadrangle Apartments

420 W Hickory St, Unit A

Cornerstone Place

Schilling Property Management

Saint Germain Square

608 N Springer St, Unit 608-1/2 N Springer A

Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)
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426 W Hickory St, Unit A

200 S Friedline Dr, Unit #3

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Brookside Apartments

The Metropolitan

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Carbondale, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carbondale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Carbondale Studio Apartments | $459 | $420 | $625 |
Cheap Carbondale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $720 | $500 | $1,575 |
Cheap Carbondale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $886 | $590 | $1,400 |
Cheap Carbondale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $800 | $2,240 |
Cheap Carbondale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,152 | $295 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Carbondale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carbondale, IL is a Studio unit found at Saluki Apartments priced from $420. Campus Edge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carbondale apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $420 |
Campus Edge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $450 |
The Quadrangle Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $565 |
Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) | Flat | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
1000 E Grand Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
University Edge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
710 W Mill St | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
The Pointe at SIU | Unfurished 3 bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, IL
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carbondale area is the $0.97 price per square foot Country Club House Model at Mountain Valley Properties -Carbondale in the starting from $2,240. The second greatest value Carbondale apartment is the Flat Model at Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) starting at $700 with a $0.71 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Carbondale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Mountain Valley Properties -Carbondale | Country Club House | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.97 |
Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) | Flat | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
710 W Mill St | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
The Pointe at SIU | 1 bedroom with additional room | 1BR,2BA | $1.43 |
1000 E Grand Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Ambassador Studio Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.46 |
University Edge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
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Carbondale Overview
Southern Illinois is filled with towns and cities that about to pull job opportunities, excellent schools, and beautiful weather. One example is Carbondale, Illinois, which is located in Jackson County. Home to plenty of historic railways, Carbondale is a thriving city that is just outside the greater St. Louis metro area. If you are looking for apartments in Carbondale, you should learn about the local area. Then, trust us to help you find your Carbondale apartments!á
Why live in Carbondale, IL?
Carbondale is a great place for individuals and families. One of the biggest reasons why people choose to live in Carbondale is that the cost of living is relatively low. Furthermore, Carbondale also provides access to four distinct seasons. Traffic is also relatively late in Carbondale. Finally, residents in Carbondale are always open to welcoming new families who are looking to call this place home. For all of these reasons, Carbondale is a growing City.á
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Getting Around Carbondale, IL
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carbondale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carbondale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carbondale is at Saluki Apartments listed at $420.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carbondale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carbondale Apartment is $565 at Saint Germain Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carbondale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carbondale is starting from $700 at Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals).
What is the most affordable Carbondale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carbondale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Quadrangle Apartments and starts from $800.
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