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    Cougill Senior

    500 W Polk Ave, Charleston, IL 61920

    Located in Charleston zip code 61920
    Apartment building
    Pet-friendly
    Shared laundry
    43–unit building
    515 sqft
    1 bedroom
    1 bathroom

    What's special

    Cougill Senior (62 Years or Older; Income Limit Restrictions Apply) is a Charleston Apartment located at 500 W Polk St. The property features 1 BR rental units available starting at $0. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and On-Site Laundry. Water Included, Trash Removal Included, and Sewer Included included. Surface Parking parking and Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.

    Facts, features & policies

    Building amenities

    Services & facilities
    • Shared laundry

    Policies

    Pet essentials
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    • DogsAllowed
    • CatsAllowed
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    Utilities included in rent
    • Garbage
    • Sewer
    • Water

    Neighborhood: 61920

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    • College Nearby
      Local university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.
      Community Vibe
      Strong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.
      Outdoor Activities
      Ample parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.
      Dining Scene
      From casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.
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    Centered on Eastern Illinois University, 61920 (Charleston) blends a friendly college-town rhythm with small Midwest charm. Expect four distinct seasons - warm, breezy summers and crisp winters - across flat prairie cut by the Embarras River, with quick escapes to Lake Charleston's wooded trails and nearby Fox Ridge State Park for hiking, biking, and leaf peeping. Downtown's historic square, Old Main's castle on campus, and the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site anchor local heritage, while Jackson Avenue Coffee, groceries at County Market and Walmart on Lincoln Ave, Anytime Fitness, the Lincoln Avenue retail corridor, casual spots like Pagliai's Pizza and El Rancherito, and the EIU Doudna Fine Arts Center and Tarble Arts Center round out daily life. Nightlife skews low key and student centric, with open mics and pub grub, and community festivals keep things neighborly. Many rentals are pet friendly, with ample green space for walks. According to Zillow's market trends for the past few months, the median asking rent hovers around $950, with most listings roughly $700-$1,200 depending on size and proximity to campus.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    52 / 100
    Somewhat Walkable
    51 / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Charleston

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Cougill Senior?

    Cougill Senior has a walk score of 52, it's somewhat walkable.

    What schools are assigned to Cougill Senior?

    The schools assigned to Cougill Senior include Carl Sandburg Elementary School, Humboldt Taoep, and Paris Taoep.

    Does Cougill Senior have in-unit laundry?

    No, but Cougill Senior has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is Cougill Senior in?

    Cougill Senior is in the 61920 neighborhood in Charleston, IL.

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