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Saluki Apartments
405 E College StCarbondale, IL 62901
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Campus Edge
820 W Freeman StCarbondale, IL 62901
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1207 S Wall StCarbondale, IL 62901
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Come Enjoy Ashburn Court Apartments
511 S Graham AveCarbondale, IL 62901
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250 S Lewis LnCarbondale, IL 62901
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The Hill Apartments
607 E Park StCarbondale, IL 62901
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Schilling Property Management
805 E Park StCarbondale, IL 62901
408 S Poplar St, Unit 0
408 S Poplar St
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Saint Germain Square
516 S Rawlings StCarbondale, IL 62901
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1205 E Grand AveCarbondale, IL 62901
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6113 Giant City RdCarbondale, IL 62902
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University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments
1195 E Walnut StCarbondale, IL 62901
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Brookside Apartments
1200 E Grand AveCarbondale, IL 62901
413 W Main St, Unit 01
413 W Main St
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Wedgewood Hills
1061 E Park StCarbondale, IL 62901
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600 W Mill StCarbondale, IL 62901
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Jackson County, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jackson County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson County Studio Apartments | $455 | $420 | $625 |
| Jackson County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $722 | $500 | $1,575 |
| Jackson County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $893 | $650 | $1,298 |
| Jackson County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,134 | $895 | $1,600 |
| Jackson County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $295 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Jackson County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Jackson County, IL is a Studio unit found at Saluki Apartments priced from $420. Campus Edge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jackson County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $420 |
| Campus Edge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| The Quadrangle Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| Come Enjoy Ashburn Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
| Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| University Edge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| Carbondale Towers | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
| Palomino Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson County, IL
As of July 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jackson County area is the $0.45 price per square foot Three Bedroom (1.5 or 2.5 bath) Model at Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) in the starting from $995. The second greatest value Jackson County apartment is the 3 Bedrooms Model at Grand Place Apartments starting at $1,185 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) | Three Bedroom (1.5 or 2.5 bath) | 3BR,2BA | $0.45 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 900 on Park | Unfurished 3 bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $1.53 |
| Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| University Village - Carbondale, IL | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Ambassador Studio Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
| Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.46 |
| University Edge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jackson County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jackson County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jackson County is under $895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jackson County?
The cheapest apartment in Jackson County is Schilling Property Management which is listed at $550, while the average apartment in Jackson County costs $1,462.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jackson County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Jackson County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Jackson County?
Cheap apartments in Jackson County have an average cost of $140 which is $1,322 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jackson County.
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