University Village - Carbondale, IL
800 E Grand Ave,
Carbondale, IL 62901
$410 - $855 | 1-4 Beds
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is a nationally ranked public research university established in 1869, creating and exchanging knowledge to shape future leaders, improve communities, and transform lives. Focused on nurturing student success through outstanding teaching, SIU Carbondale embraces the tradition of access and opportunity, inclusive excellence, and innovation in research and creativity.
Numerous rental properties are available near SIU Carbondale. Many apartments and townhomes are clustered on the north and east sides of campus. Access to the Saluki Express and U.S. Highway 51 make getting around from SIU-C simple.
A variety of student organizations, fraternities and sororities, and Salukis athletic games add to the vibrant campus life at SIU Carbondale. Two state parks, the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and four large recreational lakes are all located within ten miles of campus, allowing for all kinds of outdoor activities. Options for off-campus adventures are plentiful with Nashville, Louisville, and Saint Louis all within a four-hour drive of SIU-C.
As of August 2025, the average apartment rent in Carbondale, IL is $446 for a studio, $672 for one bedroom, $871 for two bedrooms, and $1,135 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Carbondale has increased by 1.4% in the past year.
Studio
260 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$446/month
Average Rent
1 BR
564 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$672/month
Average Rent
2 BR
801 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$871/month
Average Rent
3 BR
979 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,135/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Public
Grades PK-8
637 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
239 Students
Public
Grades 4-5
300 Students
Public
Grades 2-3
305 Students
Public
Grades PK-1
495 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
637 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
239 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
446 Students
Carbondale Community High School
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.