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Carbondale, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carbondale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carbondale, IL is a Studio unit found at Come Enjoy Ashburn Court Apartments priced from $395. Saluki Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $420. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carbondale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Come Enjoy Ashburn Court Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$395
Saluki ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$420
Campus EdgeStudioStudio,1BA$450
The MetropolitanMetropolis EfficiencyStudio,1BA$450
The Quadrangle Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, IL

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carbondale area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms Model at Grand Place Apartments in the starting from $1,185. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand Place Apartments3 Bedrooms3BR,2BA$1.08
Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)Flat2BR,1BA$0.71
710 W Mill St2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.12
The Pointe at SIU1 bedroom with additional room1BR,2BA$1.43
The Hill ApartmentsThe Hill 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.10
1000 E Grand Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.05
Saint Germain Square1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.22
Ambassador Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.33
Saluki ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.46
University Edge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.40

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carbondale

What type of rentals are currently available in Carbondale?

There are currently 124 Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, IL with pricing that ranges from $295 to $2,240. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carbondale ranging from $290 to $2,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carbondale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carbondale ranges from $290 to $2,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,216.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Carbondale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Carbondale range from $795 to $2,240, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $295.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.