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Location
1509 2nd St, Charleston, IL 61920, USA
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Property Overview
Royal Heights Apartments earns a strong overall impression, with a 7.8/10 expert rating, excellent value for money, and standout marks for price, amenities, and location. It also offers strong transparency and trustworthiness, plus 29 photos that help renters get a clear sense of the property and its features.
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- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Royal Heights 3BR/1.5 BA Apartment | 3 bed | 1.5 bath | 880 sqft | $855 /mo | 1 unit available | SCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: showmojo. com lz d79b7f20ee ---- Royal Heights Apartments – 3BR, 1.5BA in Charleston, IL, just a block from Eastern Illinois University. Rent: $855 for 1 person, $860 for 2 people, $995 for 3 people. Underground parking, 24/7 emergency maintenance, laundry facility, and online tenant portal. Trash included. Pet-friendly! Monthly pet fee $50; 1 cat or 1 dog under 25 lbs. Perfect for EIU students. Cedar Gate Trash Underground Parking |
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Amenities for Royal Heights Apartments
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
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About Royal Heights Apartments
Royal Heights Apartments, just a block from Eastern Illinois University!
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.
7.8
/10
Very GoodRoyal Heights Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Royal Heights Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, Royal Heights Apartments 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.
Royal Heights Apartments 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 Royal Heights Apartments 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.
Royal Heights Apartments 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 Royal Heights Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Charleston
3-bedroom apartments at Royal Heights Apartments cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Charleston.
Median rents as of Feb 22 2026.
Charleston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $445 |
| July 2024 | $445 |
| August 2024 | $448 |
| September 2024 | $526 |
| October 2024 | $550 |
| November 2024 | $543 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 1509 2nd St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$34,200/yr
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Schools near Royal Heights Apartments
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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Getting around Charleston near 1509 2nd St
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
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 1509 2nd St, Charleston
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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