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Lewis Park Apartments

Lewis Park Apartments

Carbondale, Illinois, 62901

2 Bedrooms$699 - $769

1 Bedroom$639

3+ Bedrooms$629 - $789

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Campus Habitat 600 W Freeman Street

Campus Habitat 600 W Freeman Street

Carbondale, Illinois, 62901

2 BedroomsFrom $1,000

1 BedroomFrom $450

Campus Habitat 820 W Freeman Street

Campus Habitat 820 W Freeman Street

Carbondale, Illinois, 62901

1 Bedroom$350 - $625

2 Bedrooms$850

Campus Habitat 511 S Graham Avenue

Campus Habitat 511 S Graham Avenue

Carbondale, Illinois, 62901

1 Bedroom$650 - $700

3 Bedrooms$1,200 - $1,350

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Carbondale apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in Carbondale using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that Carbondale has to offer during your rental apartment search.

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Carbondale Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,00035.9%8.3% +27.6%
    $10,000 to $14,99911.9%5.5% +6.4%
    $15,000 to $19,9999.5%5.5% +4.0%
    $20,000 to $24,9997.6%5.8% +1.8%
    $25,000 to $29,9994.3%5.9% -1.6%
    $30,000 to $34,9994.3%6.0% -1.7%
    $35,000 to $39,9994.2%5.7% -1.5%
    $40,000 to $44,9994.0%5.6% -1.6%
    $45,000 to $49,9992.9%5.0% -2.1%
    $50,000 to $59,9993.8%9.4% -5.6%
    $60,000 to $74,9994.7%11.4% -6.7%
    $75,000 to $99,9993.5%11.6% -8.1%
    $100,000 to $124,9991.6%6.1% -4.5%
    $125,000 to $149,9990.7%2.9% -2.2%
    $150,000 to $199,9990.4%2.6% -2.2%
    $200,000 or more0.7%2.8% -2.1%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%3.5%7.1% -3.6%
    10.0% to 14.9%5.0%13.0% -8.0%
    15.0% to 19.9%7.0%15.2% -8.2%
    20.0% to 24.9%9.5%13.1% -3.6%
    25.0% to 29.9%9.0%10.1% -1.1%
    30.0% to 34.9%8.4%7.0% +1.4%
    35.0% to 39.9%5.3%4.8% +0.5%
    40.0% to 49.9%7.7%6.2% +1.5%
    50.0% or more34.4%17.3% +17.1%
    Not computed10.1%6.3% +3.8%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years47.7%12.2% +35.5%
    25 to 34 years29.1%29.1% +0.0%
    35 to 44 years10.0%21.9% -11.9%
    45 to 54 years6.0%14.5% -8.5%
    55 to 64 years2.5%8.2% -5.7%
    65 to 74 years2.0%6.3% -4.3%
    75 to 84 years1.6%5.4% -3.8%
    85 years and over1.0%2.4% -1.4%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes60.4%28.2% +32.2%
    30 to 44 minutes11.5%24.2% -12.7%
    45 to 59 minutes7.0%16.4% -9.4%
    60 or more minutes21.1%31.2% -10.1%

Source: 2000 Census

Carbondale, Illinois

Carbondale is known as The Capital of Southern Illinois. It is located nearly a hundred miles southeast of Saint Louis and has a population of just over 45,000 people.The city has a diverse population and a very dynamic economy and is an excellent place to live. It is constantly an award winner for livability.

When beginning a search for a Carbondale apartment, know that you will want to own a car. There's a good in city bus and shuttle service and Amtrak service to major cities, but day to day you will require a car.

Surrounded by Nature

Southern Illinois University provides many of the venues for cultural activities with their teaching museum, African American museum and Science Center. Two different community theatre groups entertain at the old Varsity Theatre, and the city is also home to a number of annual festivals involving food and music.

The city is located on the northern end of the Shawnee National Forest provides many opportunities for outdoor recreation. Cedar Lake is great for boating, fishing and water skiing while you'll also find three golf courses within the city. The city has an extensive parks systems and one won't be far from your Carbondale apartment.

Biscuits and Gravy

Since Carbondale is also a college town, you'll find a wide variety of fast food and all night places as well as some very good and more upscale cuisines. The Longbranch Coffee House is a good diner style place and you'll also find Mary Lou's for biscuits and gravy too. Tres Hombres is fantastic Mexican food, Booby's offers up submarine sandwiches and live acoustic music, and Hunan Village is excellent locally owned Chinese food. If you feel like a meal at 4 a.m., Steak n' Shake is the place to be. You can go home to your Carbondale apartment with a full tummy.

Pinch Your Pennies

The Pinch Penny Pub is a great place to hear some live music. The college kids tend to pack in after 10 p.m. but everyone is having fun and the vibe is good. Copper Dragon Brewing also has live music on weekends and is worth checking out. PK's and The Cellar are both good dive bars. There's pool and live music at both of them. Once i your Carbondale apartment, you'll find neighborhood places that you like but try these out until you get settled.

 

 

Featured Carbondale Apartments for Rent

  • Campus Habitat 716 S University Avenue Carbondale, IL 62901

    Your time is valuable and Campus Habitat has been designed for maximum convenience. Located at 716 University Ave. directly across the street from campus, Campus Habitat might even be closer to your classes than the dorms are. To simplify your life, this dormitory-style living is available fully furnished with brand new kitchens, bathrooms and lounge area for our residents to enjoy.

  • Georgetown Apartments Carbondale, IL 62901

    Welcome to Georgetown Apartments, where you can choose from a number of innovatively designed apartment homes. Kitchens also include an electric range. Surrounded by luxurious spaces, sunlight, and wonderful views, you'll find unlimited possibilities to reflect your lifestyle. Discover the many ways to make Georgetown Apartments your home. Please Email for an Appointment.

  • Grand South Apartments Saint Louis, MO 63118

    Grand South Senior Apartments is a brand new senior property for seniors 55 and older. We are conveniently located on South Grand Blvd in the Tower Grove Park neighborhood. We are within walking distance of banks, the post office, an array of restaurants, and other retail shopping. Our apartment community features a fitness center, social room with a kitchen, laundry facilities on each floor, computer lab, and professional on site management and maintenance staff. Come home to Grand South Apartments in St. Louis and enjoy a maintenance free lifestyle with all the comforts and convenience that you could hope for. Saturday office hours by appointment.

  • The Landings at Scott Scott Air Force Base, IL 62225

    Living at The Landings at Scott means sharing a sense of camaraderie and pride with neighbors who understand the unique challenges of your lifestyle. Live in walking distance of base services and recreational facilities. Enjoy a heightened sense of security. The Landings at Scott is a military and military affiliated property located at Scott Air Force Base, featuring new, renovated and historic homes. This very large community contains every ammenity that you could ask for! From yard maintenance to two indoor pools, you'll feel right at home at The Landings at Scott. Call to schedule your tour today!

  • Freedom Drive Belleville, IL 62226

    Welcome to Freedom Drive, where quality and comfort meet. Enjoy such amenities as on-site laundry facilities and a pool. Our on-site management will meet your needs in a friendly and efficient manner. Let Freedom Drive be your new home.

  • Brookside Manor Apartments Carbondale, IL 62901

    Welcome to Brookside Manor, where you can choose from a number of innovatively designed apartment homes. Situated on 20 acres, surrounded by flower gardens, sunlight, and wonderful views, you'll find unlimited possibilities to reflect your lifestyle. Close to SIU, schools, parks, and just minutes from the local mall. Discover the many ways to make Brookside Manor your home. NOTE: Parking fee is $25. Also, rents quoted include cable, water, sewer, trash, electricity, gas & tanning.

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