
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carterville, IL from $425 (48 Rentals)
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Ten Oaks

Carterville Commons South Apartments

Woodland Crossing

Meadow Ridge Townhomes

Storyboard at SIU

Cornerstone Place

Campus Edge

Saluki Apartments
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The Metropolitan

THE QUADS APARTMENTS

Schilling Property Management

University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments

Saint Germain Square

Cambridge Manor Apartments

Brookside Apartments

ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS

Wedgewood Hills
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Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms!

424 S 16th St

Aspen Court Apartments

G&R Rentals

Shawnee Village

11 B Ln

1227 Sanpat Ln

Ellis Point Apartments
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909 Fairland St

413 W Main St

Maplewood Manor

1 C Ln

2913 N Brownsville Rd

321 E Mill St

777 W Cardinal Dr

605 Old Creal Springs Rd
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500 E College St

711-C S Poplar St

105 E Poplar St

Peachtree Apartments

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510 W 5th St

301 N 10th St

18 S Linden St

501 E Reeves St
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199 Iylas Ln

1902 Old W Main St

500 S Washington St
Carterville, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carterville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Carterville Studio Apartments | $472 | $450 | $625 |
| Cheap Carterville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $843 | $525 | $1,575 |
| Cheap Carterville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $985 | $625 | $1,594 |
| Cheap Carterville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $650 | $2,300 |
| Cheap Carterville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $295 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Carterville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carterville, IL is a Studio unit found at Saluki Apartments priced from $460. The Metropolitan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carterville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $460 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $655 |
| ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Shawnee Village | 1 BR /1 BA 62 and Older | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1,185 |
| Cedar Creek Rentals | Cedar Creek 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carterville, IL
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carterville area is the $1.05 price per square foot Black Diamond C2 Model at Storyboard on Black Diamond in the starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Carterville apartment is the 1X1 Model at 2600 Fairway Dr starting at $1,600 with a $0.89 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Carterville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storyboard on Black Diamond | Black Diamond C2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| 2600 Fairway Dr | 1X1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) | Four Bedroom (1.5 bath or 4 bath) | 4BR,4BA | $0.91 |
| Cape Trails | 4Bd. 4Bt. (1442sqft) | 4BR,4BA | $0.35 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| The Reserve at Saluki Pointe | 2X2 By the bed | 2BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| 900 on Park | Two Bedroom Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carterville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carterville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carterville is at Saluki Apartments listed at $460.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carterville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carterville Apartment is $600 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carterville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carterville is starting from $700 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the most affordable Carterville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carterville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at THE QUADS APARTMENTS and starts from $800.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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