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420 S 7th St
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1814 S 7th St
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1034 N 7th St
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511 W North 2nd St
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Charleston, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $693 | $550 | $920 |
| Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $967 | $795 | $1,200 |
| Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $955 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Arthur Ave Apartments priced from $610. 2409 8th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Ave Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
| 2409 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| 1905 12th St | 2BDR | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| Melrose and Brooklyn Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Courtyard | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, IL
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $0.41 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Millennium Apartments in the starting from $505. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at Campus Edge - 1801 starting at $1,245 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Millennium Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.41 |
| Campus Edge - 1801 | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Courtyard | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| University View | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Panther Heights | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Royal Heights | 3 Person Occupancy | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| The Atrium | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Arthur Ave Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 2409 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Best Local Schools in Charleston, IL
Charleston High School
Charleston Community Unit School District 1
Public School - Grades 9-12 (766)
2 out of 10
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Charleston Community Unit School District 1
Public School - Grades 7-8 (399)
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
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What is the most affordable Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Courtyard and starts from $1,245.
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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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Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.
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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.