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Charleston is a small city in Illinois that was once home to a member of one of the most important families in American History. Abraham Lincoln's father lived just south of the city in the early 1800s, and the future president himself was a frequent visitor. The site where Thomas Lincoln lived is now a historic site. The most important business in the area is Eastern Illinois University. The 12000 students that attend account for more than half of the full-time population of the city, and with 2000 employees, it is the most important employer as well. The University has produced several illustrious graduates, including the actor John Malkovich, and Dallas Cowboy's quarterback, Tony Romo.
The key to when to apartment hunt in Charleston depends on why you're moving to town. If living anywhere in the city is an option, then you only need six weeks or so to find a place. If you're looking for a place with easy access to the University though, looking in April or May is your best option.
Finding an apartment can be hard, especially when there are so many choices. With our filters, you can narrow your search by price, floorplan, and amenities. Looking for an apartment building with a fitness center, swimming pool, and easy access to a dog park? We've got you covered.
Charleston is a small enough town that you are only going to get so many chances to find an apartment. Make sure you treat every meeting, email and phone call with prospective landlords seriously. It may be your best and only chance to find an apartment.
Public transportation is not available in Charleston. This limits your options. If you plan on staying close to home, you can commute around the city itself and to the university and back fairly easily on a bicycle. If you foresee needing to visit surrounding communities like Mattoon however, bringing a car is a better option.
A Panther's game at the University is the quickest way to see the pride that this small town takes in it's school. If you head downtown, you'll be treated to century old architecture and restaurants that feature local flavors. Lake Charleston is a wonderful place to relax with friends and to get to know some of the other locals.