Carbondale, Illinois

Named one of "Americas Best Places to Live" is a great source of pride for Carbondale, IL. While most people will assume Illinois is completely flat and filled with cornfields, Carbondale offers rolling hills and lush forests. There a varies businesses in the area but the Southern Illinois University is the largest employer in this community of 30,116 residents.

Carbondale offers apartment seekers many types of rental options in its diverse neighborhoods. The West Walnut street area features the most concentrated historic homes that date back to the 1850s. The southwestern part of downtown will offer the easiest access to the active nightlife. College students will love the properties that are available within walking distance of Southern Illinois University.

This vibrant community offers many year round festival from: the Light Fantastic Parade, Big Muddy Film Festival, Southern Illinois Irish Festival, Indian Celebration of Diwali, Great Cardboard Boat Regatta, Sunset Concerts and Brown Bag Concerts. The wonderful outdoors are natures greatest playground with over 14 parks, 17 tennis courts, 4 golf courses and easy access to the lake.

Carbondale offers a vibrant community filled with forward thinking and family friendly people. Abundant in rental options that can fit any lifestyle and should definitely be considered during your search for the perfect home.