Cheap Houses for Rent in Carbondale, IL

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Apartments For Rent Near Carbondale, IL

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Average Rent Trends in Carbondale, IL

Rent in Carbondale, IL varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent for a house stayed about the same in Sep 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for houses peaked in Jan 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Oct 2025$1,200
Nov 2025$999
Dec 2025$800
Jan 2026$1,000
Feb 2026$1,000
Mar 2026$800
Apr 2026$800
May 2026$895
Jun 2026$900
Jul 2026$900
Aug 2026$900
Sep 2026$905
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In September 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$700$885$1,220$395$800
Townhomes$750$850$975—$850
Apartments and Condos$510$865$1,125—$750
Houses$700$900$1,500$395$895
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Frequently Asked Questions about Houses for rent in Carbondale, IL

  • What is the average rent of a house in Carbondale, IL?
    The average rent of a house in Carbondale, IL is $895 per month. This is about 54% lower than the national average.
  • What are the cheapest months to find a house to rent in Carbondale, IL?
    Last year, the cheapest month to find a house to rent was Aug 2025 when it was $800 per month.
  • How many cheap houses are available in Carbondale, IL?
    There are 15 houses to rent that are cheaper than the city’s average rent of $895.
  • When is the average rent for a house most expensive in Carbondale, IL?
    In the last year, the average rent in Carbondale, IL was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,250 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 3 bedroom house compare to a 2 bedroom house in Carbondale, IL?
    The average rent of a 3 bedroom house in Carbondale, IL is $1,500 per month. That is about $600 more than the cost of a 2 bedroom house.
  • What colleges and universities are in Carbondale, IL?
    Colleges and universities in Carbondale, IL include: Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
  • What are some zip codes in Carbondale, IL?
    Carbondale, IL includes zip codes such as: 62901, 62902, 62903.
  • What are some cities near Carbondale, IL?
    Some nearby cities include: Makanda, Crainville, Cambria, Carterville, Colp. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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