
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carlinville, IL from $300 (35 Rentals)
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928 Sumner St

524 Chiles St

Jacksonville Affordable Housing

Hunter Glen Apartments

Rocwood Apartments

Godfrey Estates

Broadway Place
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Lake Pointe Apartments

Meadow View Landing

326 E Central St

Pine Ridge Apartments

Ravenwood Townhomes

Koke Mill Apartments

Candles
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Surrey Court Apartments

200 Carroll St

Morton Street Apartments

790 Condit St

117 W Birch St
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205 North St

1408 Willard St

1128 W 9th St

The Raymond Apartments

Pine Woods Apartments

120 Lakeside Ave

208 W Thomas St

2418 Sanford Ave
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205 N North St

211 W County Rd

3108 Alby St
Carlinville, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carlinville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlinville Studio Apartments | $1,007 | $675 | $1,340 |
| Carlinville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $347 | $2,240 |
| Carlinville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $408 | $2,719 |
| Carlinville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $859 | $2,649 |
| Carlinville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $714 | $3,010 |
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Cheapest Available Carlinville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carlinville, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jacksonville Affordable Housing priced from $485. Lotts Landing Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlinville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Lake Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| 326 E Central St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Koke Mill Apartments | Two Bedroom (lg) | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Candles | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $937 |
| Huntington Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $967 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlinville, IL and Nearby
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carlinville area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Carlinville apartment is the B1 Model at Parc at 720 starting at $960 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Fruit Maple Carpenter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlinville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Grove | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Parc at 720 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| Parkview | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 326 E Central St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Candles | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carlinville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlinville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlinville Apartment is $485 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carlinville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carlinville is starting from $540 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the most affordable Carlinville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carlinville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rocwood Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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