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Highlights

  • Spacious two-bedroom unit
  • Central air & gas heat
  • Shared laundry room
  • Spacious two-bedroom apartment
  • Additional storage in building
  • Additional storage in the building

Location

Dekalb, IL 60115, USA
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Management

Riverside Properties

Leasing office

(844) 906-0739 ext. 8429

Property Overview

Carlson offers a strong combination of value, convenience, and practical features, with a high expert rating, excellent price score, and a well-regarded location. It also includes spacious two-bedroom units, central air and gas heat, shared laundry, and extra storage, while its value-for-money and value-per-square-foot metrics compare favorably with nearby options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Carlson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Carlson has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space

Floor plans

Carlson - 418/22 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,100 /moSpacious 2 bedroom. Garden level of a 3 story building. Includes sewer and garbage. Apartment has Central Air & Gas Heat. Requires security deposit, first & last month rent. $20/per adult occupant monthly water fee. Quiet lifestyle. Includes one covered carport space. Shared laundry room and additional storage in the building.

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About Carlson

HomeApartments in DeKalb Carlson

Spacious 2 bedroom. Garden level of a 3 story building. Includes sewer and garbage. Apartment has Central Air & Gas Heat. Requires security deposit, first & last month rent. $20/per adult occupant monthly water fee. Quiet lifestyle. Includes one covered carport space. Shared laundry room and additional storage in the building.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Carlson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Carlson has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Carlson
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Carlson offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Carlson is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Carlson is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Carlson does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Carlson provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Carlson compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
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Rent trends in Dekalb

2-bedroom apartments at Carlson cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Dekalb.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Dekalb
A table of studio rental data trends in Dekalb
MonthMedian Rent
March 2025$650
April 2025$672
May 2025$695
August 2025$745
December 2025$825
January 2026$825
March 2026$723
April 2026$750
May 2026$742
June 2026$750

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$44,000/yr

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Schools near Carlson

Lincoln Elementary School

220 e sunset pl

dekalb, IL, 60115

K-5Public
C+

Dekalb Early Learning & Development Center

1515 s 4th st

dekalb, IL, 60115

PKPublic

Creston Elementary School

po box 37

creston, IL, 60113

K-8Public
A

Steward Elementary School

po box 76

steward, IL, 60553

K-8Public
B+

Eswood Community Consolidated Grade School

304 main st

lindenwood, IL, 61049

K-8Public
B
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around IL 60115 near Dekalb

Walking

1/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for Dekalb, IL 60115

Groceries

1/10
Few or no groceries within a short drive

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within a short drive

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

2/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within a short drive

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