Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, IL

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Apartments For Rent Near Charleston, IL

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Average Rent Trends in Charleston, IL

Rent in Charleston, IL varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in Oct 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Dec 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Nov 2025$850
Dec 2025$895
Jan 2026$962
Feb 2026$785
Mar 2026$850
Apr 2026$900
May 2026$760
Jun 2026$800
Jul 2026$800
Aug 2026$900
Sep 2026$842
Oct 2026$900
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In October 2026, Houses were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Apartments and Condos and Townhomes.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$800$900$1,200$1,482$900
Townhomes—$1,400——$1,400
Apartments and Condos$800$842$1,200$1,482$801
Houses—$750——$339
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Charleston, IL

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Charleston, IL?
    The average rent of an apartment in Charleston, IL is $1,046 per month. This is about 46% lower than the national average.
  • What are the cheapest months to find an apartment to rent in Charleston, IL?
    Last year, the cheapest month to find an apartment to rent was May 2025 when it was $695 per month.
  • How many cheap apartments are available in Charleston, IL?
    There are 13 apartments to rent that are cheaper than the city’s average rent of $900.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Charleston, IL?
    In the last year, the average rent in Charleston, IL was highest in Dec 2025 when it was $895 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Charleston, IL?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Charleston, IL is $800 per month. That is about $161 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • What are some zip codes in Charleston, IL?
    Charleston, IL includes zip codes such as: 61920.
  • What are some cities near Charleston, IL?
    Some nearby cities include: Ashmore, Lerna, Westfield, Humboldt, Mattoon. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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