5+ Days Ago
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401 W College St, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
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Property Overview
COL401 earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, driven by standout scores for price, amenities, and location. It offers excellent value for money and is a good fit for those looking for walkable access to dining, cultural venues, and local events, with notable convenience and a well-rounded living experience.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Dishwasher
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $650–$700 /mo | 2 units available | Efficient townhome within walking distance of campus and local businesses along the Carbondale strip. | ||
| 4BR/2.0BA | 4 bed | 2 bath | $1,000 /mo | 2 units available | Efficient townhome within walking distance of campus and local businesses along the Carbondale strip. |
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Amenities for COL401
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Central A/C | Dishwasher |
| In-Unit Laundry | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
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
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 7 |
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About COL401
Efficient townhome within walking distance of campus and local businesses along the Carbondale strip.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, COL401 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, COL401 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
COL401 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·9A 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.
COL401 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including air conditioning. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, COL401 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
COL401 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 COL401 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.
COL401 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.
COL401 is great 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 COL401 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Carbondale
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at COL401 to be 26% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Carbondale.
4-bedroom apartments at COL401 cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Carbondale.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Carbondale
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $455 |
| July 2024 | $476 |
| August 2024 | $486 |
| September 2024 | $455 |
| October 2024 | $495 |
| November 2024 | $438 |
| December 2024 | $450 |
| January 2025 | $462 |
| February 2025 | $475 |
| March 2025 | $496 |
| April 2025 | $500 |
| May 2025 | $495 |
| June 2025 | $440 |
| July 2025 | $418 |
| August 2025 | $410 |
| September 2025 | $410 |
| October 2025 | $430 |
| November 2025 | $442 |
| December 2025 | $430 |
| January 2026 | $420 |
| February 2026 | $470 |
| March 2026 | $495 |
| April 2026 | $496 |
| May 2026 | $495 |
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Can I afford to live at 401 W College St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$26,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $26,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $650.
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Schools near COL401
Lewis School
801 s lewis ln
carbondale, IL, 62901
4-5Public
C+
Thomas Elementary School
1025 n wall st
carbondale, IL, 62901
2-3Public
C
Parrish Elementary School
121 n parrish ln
carbondale, IL, 62901
PK, K-1Public
B
Unity Point Elementary School
4033 s illinois ave
carbondale, IL, 62903
PK, K-8Public
B+
Giant City Elementary School
1062 boskydell rd
carbondale, IL, 62902
PK, K-8Public
A-
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Getting around Carbondale near 401 W College St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Points of interest for 401 W College St, Carbondale
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 401 W College St
Spires Wholesale
113 S Washington St
Schnucks
915 W Main St
International Grocery
1811 W Main St
Neighborhood Co-op Grocery
1815 W Main St
ALDI
1232 E Main St
Shawnee Trails Wilderness
222 W Freeman St
Horstman's Cleaners & Furriers
303 S University Ave
Leather World
100 W Walnut St
New Balance
106 S Illinois Ave
University Bookstore
1255 Lincoln Dr
9 3/4 Expresso
212 S University Ave
Longbranch Cafe & Bakery
100 E Jackson St
Starbucks
1255 Lincoln Dr
Common Grounds Coffeehouse
600 E Grand Ave
Scooter's Coffee
923 W Main St
Underground Public House
717 S University Ave
Chango's Bar & Grill
519 S Illinois Ave
Pk's
308 S Illinois Ave
Cellar
101 W Monroe St
Two 13
213 E Main St
Panaderia La Unica
213 W Main St
Town Square Market
106 E Jackson St
Larry's House of Cakes
1807 W Main St
Murray's Cheese
501 N Giant City Rd
Stack'd Supplements
715 N Giant City Rd
Circle Park
Quigley Park
West Walnut Field
Gaia Park
Kaity's Garden
Quatro's Deep Pan Pizza
218 W Freeman St
Underground Public House
717 S University Ave
Katgs Krab & Go
709 S Illinois Ave
Bombay Olive
518 S Illinois Ave
Chicago Hot Dog & Shrimp
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