
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carterville, IL from $400 (57 Rentals)
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Ten Oaks

Woodland Crossing

1009 Briarwood Rd

417 W Grand Ave

801-803 Anderson St

3 Briarwood Rd

616 Bryan Ave

Meadow Ridge Townhomes

Storyboard at SIU
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ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS

Cornerstone Place

Saluki Apartments

The Metropolitan

THE QUADS APARTMENTS

Schilling Property Management

Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)

Saint Germain Square

University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments
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Brookside Apartments

G&R Rentals

Wedgewood Hills

Pine Shores Rentals

Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms!

424 S 16th St

Aspen Court Apartments

Shawnee Village

Peachtree Apartments

6 Ct C
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Ellis Point Apartments

The Hill Apartments

905 W Monroe St

11 B Ln

Home Rentals Corporation

Cambridge Manor Apartments

413 W Main St

Maplewood Manor

709 S Poplar St

100 Parkview Ln
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777 W Cardinal Dr

700 N Carico St

317 E Mill St

711 S Poplar St

2106 W Woodriver Dr

Mountain Valley Properties -Marion

500 S Washington St

513 S Ash St

501 E Reeves St

1108 S 11th St
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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 | $476 | $450 | $625 |
| Cheap Carterville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $836 | $525 | $1,575 |
| Cheap Carterville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $984 | $625 | $1,724 |
| Cheap Carterville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $650 | $2,300 |
| Cheap Carterville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,214 | $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 ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS priced from $450. Saluki Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $460. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carterville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $460 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Shawnee Village | 1 BR /1 BA 62 and Older | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
| Peachtree Apartments | Model 1 A | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| 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 July 07, 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 |
| 2707 Fairway Dr | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Cape Trails | 2Bd. 2Bt. (975sqft) | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| Peachtree Apartments | Model 1 A | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 900 on Park | Two Bedroom Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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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 ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS listed at $450.
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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