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Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, IL

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Apartments for Rent in Carbondale, IL. 86 Rentals Available
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    516 South Rawlings St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    1 BED $580
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    1210 Black Diamond Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901
    1 BED $920
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    3 BEDS $1,850
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    607 E Park St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    2 BEDS $895
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    405 E College St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    STUDIO $420+
    1 BED $600
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    820 W Freeman St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    STUDIO $450
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    600 W Mill St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    STUDIO $420
    1 BED $700
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    1002 West Grand Avenue, Carbondale, IL 62901
    3 BEDS $1,100
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    710 S. Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901
    1 BED $1,349
    2 BEDS $709
    3 BEDS $599
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    1200 Shomaker Drive, Murphysboro, IL 62966
    1 BED $650
    2 BEDS $750
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Carbondale, IL rent trends

Rental prices in Carbondale, IL have decreased by 3.59% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,068 to $1,030.

Average rent in Carbondale, IL

$1,030/mo Carbondale, IL average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Carbondale, IL is $1,030.

    What's the typical rent budget in Carbondale, IL?

    About 16% of apartment rents in Carbondale, IL range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 2% of apartments. Around 25% of Carbondale’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 57% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000.

    The largest share of rentals in Carbondale, IL (57%) fall between - per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Carbondale, IL

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    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Carbondale, IL last updated?

    Prices and availability in Carbondale, IL were last updated on 23 Feb 2026.

    What are the best apartments in Carbondale, IL?

    The best apartments in Carbondale, IL are: Saint Germain Square, Storyboard on Black Diamond, The Hill Apartments, Saluki Apartments and Campus Edge Apts.

    What is the average rent in Carbondale, IL?

    The average rent in Carbondale, IL is $1,096.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Carbondale, IL?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Carbondale, IL is between $420 and $450.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Carbondale, IL?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Carbondale, IL is between $580 and $920.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Carbondale, IL?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Carbondale, IL is between $895 and $1,850.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Carbondale, IL?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Carbondale, IL is between $1,100 and $1,850.

    What type of rental buildings are in Carbondale, IL?

    In Carbondale 73% of the housing is rented out compared to 27% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 8% of Carbondale's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 71% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 16% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Carbondale, IL?

    The average age of rental buildings in Carbondale is 37 years old, with 42% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which 95% are garden-style apartment communities, 5% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Carbondale, IL?

    Rental apartments in Carbondale come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 11% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 30% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 26% of all rentals in Carbondale. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

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