5+ Days Ago
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Murphysboro, IL 62966, USA
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Property Overview
Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive offers strong overall quality with an 8.1/10 expert rating, highlighted by its top-tier 9/10 scores for both price and location that reflect excellent value and everyday convenience. With an 8/10 amenities rating and an 8/10 trustworthiness score, it provides a well-equipped living environment and transparent property information, while its quiet setting, high-speed internet, and nearby office supply store make it particularly supportive of remote work.
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
More space
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,250 sqft | $1,556 /mo | 1 unit available | In a rural setting but still close to town, our Mountain Valley West Luxury apartments are great for grad students, families and professionals alike! Professional 1 Gig high speed fiber internet ($85 value) and trash service ($21 value) included in the monthly rental amount. These Carbondale luxury apartments are located just west of town off of Lake Road, on the edge of Jackson County Golf Course. Tenants enjoy the peaceful countryside without sacrificing the convenience of being minutes away from SIU, Walmart, restaurants, the wine trail and two golf courses. The spacious, open floor plan and vaulted ceilings provide a larger-than-life feel to these two-bedroom/two-bathroom apartments. And the two-car attached garage is perfect for sheltering your vehicle from the weather or using for extra storage. Each home has a utility room with washer and dryer hookups, newer central heating and air units, and kitchen appliances. Mountain Valley Properties provides 24-hour emergency maintenance, lawn care at no charge to the tenant! |
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Amenities for Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive
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About Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive
In a rural setting but still close to town, our Mountain Valley West Luxury apartments are great for grad students, families and professionals alike! Professional 1 Gig high speed fiber internet ($85 value) and trash service ($21 value) included in the monthly rental amount. These Carbondale luxury apartments are located just west of town off of Lake Road, on the edge of Jackson County Golf Course. Tenants enjoy the peaceful countryside without sacrificing the convenience of being minutes away from SIU, Walmart, restaurants, the wine trail and two golf courses. The spacious, open floor plan and vaulted ceilings provide a larger-than-life feel to these two-bedroom/two-bathroom apartments. And the two-car attached garage is perfect for sheltering your vehicle from the weather or using for extra storage. Each home has a utility room with washer and dryer hookups, newer central heating and air units, and kitchen appliances. Mountain Valley Properties provides 24-hour emergency maintenance, lawn care at no charge to the tenant!
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.
8.1
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive 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·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.
Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive 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·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, Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive 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.
Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive 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 Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive 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.
Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive 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 Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 625 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Murphysboro
2-bedroom apartments at Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive cost about 64% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Murphysboro.
Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Murphysboro
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | $575 |
| January 2026 | $575 |
| April 2026 | $650 |
| May 2026 | $650 |
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Schools near Mountain Valley West • Anthony Drive
Carruthers Elementary School
80 candy ln
murphysboro, IL, 62966
3-5Public
C+
Gen. John A. Logan Attendance Center
320 watson rd
murphysboro, IL, 62966
K-2Public
B-
McElvain School
593 ava rd
murphysboro, IL, 62966
PKPublic
DeSoto Elementary School
311 hurst rd
de soto, IL, 62924
PK, K-8Public
C
Unity Point Elementary School
4033 s illinois ave
carbondale, IL, 62903
PK, K-8Public
B+
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Neighborhood
Getting around IL 62966 near Murphysboro
Walking
4/10
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
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Points of interest for Murphysboro, IL 62966
Groceries
1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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