Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carthage, IL from $300 (29 Rentals)

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630 N 6th St
Studio Apartments

630 N 6th St

630 N 6th StBurlington, IA 52601

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Bel Aire Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bel Aire Apartments

301 Bel Aire CtBurlington, IA 52601
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Carthage, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carthage Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carthage, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $300. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carthage apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$300
Macomb RentalsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$390
Jacksonville Affordable Housing1 Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$462
Mayfair Manor2x12BR,1BA$525
Smith and Royer Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$550
Mediapolis VillageUnit 672BR,1BA$595
Monroe City Senior Housing 62+1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$675
Morton Street Apartments1 bed one bath1BR,1BA$690
Green Gable CottagesGreen Gable - Memorial Park Rd1BR,1BA$750
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carthage, IL and Nearby

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carthage area is the $0.84 price per square foot Unit 55 Model at Fairfield Estates in the starting from $1,057. The second greatest value Carthage apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at River Oaks Trails starting at $991 with a $0.90 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Carthage apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairfield EstatesUnit 554BR,2BA$0.84
River Oaks Trails2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.90
Churchill LoftsChurchill Lofts - 2102BR,1BA$0.98
Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.31
Blaul LoftsBlaul Lofts - 3121BR,1BA$0.98
School House Apartments1 Bedroom and 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.89
New Eastlawn ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.97
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.00
Mediapolis VillageUnit 382BR,1BA$0.95
Jacksonville Affordable Housing1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$0.84

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Getting Around Carthage, IL

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carthage Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carthage Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carthage Apartment is $462 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carthage Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carthage is starting from $300 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.

What is the most affordable Carthage Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carthage Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $340.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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