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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Luxury plank flooring
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Free wifi
  • Energy star appliances
  • Led lights
  • Large capacity front load washers and dryers

Location

2204 9th St, Charleston, IL 61920, USA
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Management

JSJ Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(217) 352-5509

Property Overview

The Metro earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, driven by excellent marks for amenities, location, price, and trustworthiness. Its standout features include luxury plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, free WiFi, Energy Star appliances, LED lights, and large-capacity front-load washers and dryers, while 36 photos and support for pet-friendly and work-from-home lifestyles add to its appeal.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Metro is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Metro has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Balcony2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,095–$1,275 /mo3 units availableThe Metro is The Next generation of Campus Housing. Located across the street from EIU, The Metro has an edgy style that is safe, convenient, and affordable. Includes free, fast WIFI, large capacity IN UNIT front load washers and dryers, stainless steel appliances, and security features like key FOB building access, electronic locks, and security cameras as well as new modern bathrooms, luxury plank flooring, new windows with roller shades. Save money every month with our efficient features including LED lights, energy star appliances, and high-efficiency furnaces/central AC. This is a pet-friendly building located just south of campus.
Non-Balcony2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,185 /mo7 units availableThe Metro is The Next generation of Campus Housing. Located across the street from EIU, The Metro has an edgy style that is safe, convenient, and affordable. Includes free, fast WIFI, large capacity IN UNIT front load washers and dryers, stainless steel appliances, and security features like key FOB building access, electronic locks, and security cameras as well as new modern bathrooms, luxury plank flooring, new windows with roller shades. Save money every month with our efficient features including LED lights, energy star appliances, and high-efficiency furnaces/central AC. This is a pet-friendly building located just south of campus. JSJ Property Management, Inc. 302 W Springfield Ave. Champaign, IL 61820 (217) 352-5509 www jsjmanagement com Equal Housing Opportunity

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Amenities for The Metro

Apartment Amenities

BalconyFreezer
ModernTrash
Vinyl FloorsWindow Coverings

Appliances

FridgeIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Tech

High Speed Fiber InternetHigh Speed Internet Access

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Controlled EntryDogs OK
Sewer

Services

Snow Removal
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About The Metro

HomeApartments in Charleston The Metro

The Metro is The Next generation of Campus Housing. Located across the street from EIU, The Metro has an edgy style that is safe, convenient, and affordable. Includes free, fast WIFI, large capacity IN UNIT front load washers and dryers, stainless steel appliances, and security features like key FOB building access, electronic locks, and security cameras as well as new modern bathrooms, luxury plank flooring, new windows with roller shades. Save money every month with our efficient features including LED lights, energy star appliances, and high-efficiency furnaces/central AC. This is a pet-friendly building located just south of campus. JSJ Property Management, Inc. 302 W Springfield Ave. Champaign, IL 61820 (217) 352-5509 www jsjmanagement com Equal Housing Opportunity


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Metro is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Metro has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Metro
Price·9A 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.
The Metro stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
The Metro stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Metro 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 The Metro does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Metro is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 The Metro compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.9 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.0 miles away

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Rent trends in Charleston

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Metro to be 14% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Charleston.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Charleston
A table of studio rental data trends in Charleston
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$539
December 2024$572
January 2025$622
February 2025$635
March 2025$593
April 2025$549
May 2025$549
June 2025$528
July 2025$538
August 2025$537
September 2025$460
October 2025$505
November 2025$516
December 2025$549
January 2026$509
February 2026$532
June 2026$665
July 2026$676
August 2026$680
September 2026$685
October 2026$696

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 2204 9th St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$45,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,140.
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Schools near The Metro

Mark Twain Elementary School

1021 13th st

charleston, IL, 61920

PK, KPublic
C

Carl Sandburg Elementary School

1924 reynolds dr

charleston, IL, 61920

K-3Public
B-

Jefferson Elementary School

801 jefferson ave

charleston, IL, 61920

PK, 4-6Public
C

Franklin Elementary School

1201 s 6th st

mattoon, IL, 61938

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Charleston near 2204 9th St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Points of interest for 2204 9th St, Charleston

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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