Welcome to Shimer Square Apartments, where historic charm meets modern comfort in the heart of Mount Carroll, Illinois. Located on the former Shimer College campus, this thoughtfully redeveloped community offers a vibrant and welcoming place to call home.
Residents enjoy a wide range of amenities designed to enhance everyday living, including in-unit washer and dryer, water and trash services included, and inviting shared spaces throughout the community. Gather with neighbors in the community room or activity room, relax with a good book in the on-site library, or cultivate your green thumb in the community garden.
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the walking paths, bike racks, and picnic areas with grills, perfect for enjoying fresh air, exercise, or a casual afternoon barbecue.
Shimer Square Apartments features McKee/Hostetter Hall and Dezendorf Hall, beautifully restored buildings offering studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Each home is designed with comfort, functionality, and modern living in mind, creating a community that supports a variety of lifestyles.
Honey Bee Child Development Center Coming Soon! The child care program swill serve children birth-5 years.
Discover the perfect balance of history, convenience, and community at Shimer Square Apartments your new home awaits.
Renter is responsible for internet and electricity. Water and trash included. 12 Month Lease
Apartment for rent
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Shimer Square, 203 E Seminary St, Mount Carroll, IL 61053
3beds
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Wall unit, ceiling fan
In unit laundry
Parking lot parking
Electric, natural gas
What's special
Community gardenWalking pathsBeautifully restored buildingsIn-unit washer and dryerPicnic areas with grillsBike racks
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit, Ceiling Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum/Vinyl
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot
- Details: Contact manager
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Disabled access
Features
- Exterior features: Availability 24 Hours, Bicycle storage, Brand-new mini split HVAC systems, Electricity not included in rent, Garbage included in rent, Garden, Heating: Electric, Heating: Gas, Internet not included in rent, Lawn, On-Site Management, One Year Lease, Online Maintenance Portal, Online Rent Payment, Outdoor Grills, Picnic Area, Sewage not included in rent, TV Lounge, View Type: Wooded, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Water
Building
Details
- Building name: Shimer Square
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Gated
Location
- Region: Mount Carroll
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: One Year Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 12/24/2025 | Listed for rent | -- |
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Neighborhood: 61053
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10West Carroll Primary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 7.2 mi
- 3/10West Carroll Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10West Carroll High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.1 mi
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