Coal City

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Coal City, IL

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A diamond in the rough

Rural Commuter Community Quiet Affordable

Located about 70 miles southwest of the Windy City, Coal City is a quiet, close-knit village. Like its name implies, Coal City was once a hub for mining. Today, the area preserves its old fashioned charm with quaint, affordable apartments and houses available for rent. The town’s biggest lure is its united community. The town is quiet for the most part, but residents love to have fun at one of the many community events held in town such as outdoor movie screenings and farmers markets. Coal City has a good collection of stores and restaurants in town along with a skate center, but most residents travel into surrounding towns for more options for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Also a great option for commuters, Coal City is only 30 minutes away.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Coal City, IL is $493 for a studio, $555 for one bedroom, and $1,053 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Coal City has increased by 1.3% in the past year.

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Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

44

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Coal City Intermediate School

Public

Grades 4-5

292 Students

10
out of 10

Coal City Elementary School

Public

Grades 2-3

282 Students

8
out of 10

Coal City Early Childhood Center

Public

Grades PK-1

413 Students

Rating Unavailable

Coal City Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

494 Students

9
out of 10

Coal City High School

Public

Grades 9-12

631 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Braidwood Dunes and Savanna Nature Preserve
  • Heidecke Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
  • Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area
  • Mazonia Braidwood State Fish and Wildlife Area
  • McKinley Woods and Four Rivers Environmental Education Center

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