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Highlights
- Free street parking
- Laundry room downstairs
- No smoking
Location
501 E College St, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
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Property Overview
Egyptian Sands earns a strong overall rating, with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, along with a solid level of trustworthiness. It also offers free street parking, a downstairs laundry room, and a no-smoking environment, while nearby transit, walkable areas, mixed-use spaces, and many restaurants make it appealing for an active social life.
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
High school nearby- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| Egyptian Sands - 9 | Studio | 1 bath | 211 sqft | $420 /mo | Remodeled studio located on the corner of the first floor of the Egyptian Sands complex. Features: -laundry room downstairs -leasing office onsite -free street parking or private parking available for purchase The listed rent and security deposit are for a 12-month lease with a qualifying co-signer. Please contact us for rates on a 9-month or month-to-month lease or to request a move-in estimate. No pets and no smoking. Contact us for a tour or apply now! | ||
| Egyptian Sands - 34 | Studio | 1 bath | $420 /mo |
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Amenities for Egyptian Sands
Apartment Amenities
| Trash Included | Water |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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
Application Fee
Per-applicant. Agent application fee.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About Egyptian Sands
Remodeled studio located on the corner of the first floor of the Egyptian Sands complex. Features: -laundry room downstairs -leasing office onsite -free street parking or private parking available for purchase The listed rent and security deposit are for a 12-month lease with a qualifying co-signer. Please contact us for rates on a 9-month or month-to-month lease or to request a move-in estimate. No pets and no smoking. Contact us for a tour or apply now!
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Egyptian Sands is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Egyptian Sands 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.
Egyptian Sands 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.
Egyptian Sands goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including on-site management. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Egyptian Sands 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.
Egyptian Sands 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 Egyptian Sands 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.
Egyptian Sands 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 Egyptian Sands compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Carbondale
Studio apartments at Egyptian Sands cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Carbondale.
Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Carbondale
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $480 |
| 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 |
| June 2026 | $458 |
| July 2026 | $439 |
| August 2026 | $420 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 501 E College St?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$16,800/yr
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Schools near Egyptian Sands
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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Neighborhood
Getting around Carbondale near 501 E College St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Points of interest for 501 E College St, Carbondale
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
6/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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