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Apartments for Rent in Champaign, IL
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    2717 Hunters Pond Run, Champaign, IL 61820
    1 BED $1,153+
    2 BEDS $1,261+
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    509 E. Green St., Champaign, IL 61820
    STUDIO $1,200
    1 BED $1,350+
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    621 Green St., Champaign, IL 61820
    4 BEDS $1,000
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    410 E. Green St., Champaign, IL 61820
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    1 BED $1,600
    2+ BEDS $875+
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    1107 S. Second St, Champaign, IL 61820
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    1 BED $1,400
    4 BEDS $820
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    403 E. Green, Champaign, IL 61820
    1 BED $1,500
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    2605 J T Coffman Drive, Champaign,, IL 61822
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    2 BEDS $572
    3 BEDS $652+
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    408 E. Green St., Champaign, IL 61820
    1 BED $1,400
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    519 E. Green St., Champaign, IL 61820
    2 BEDS $1,200
    3 BEDS $1,300
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    509.5 E. Green St., Champaign, IL 61820
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    1 BED $1,350+
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    406 E. Green St., Champaign, IL 61820
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    1 BED $1,000+
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    112 E. Green St, Champaign, IL 61820
    2 BEDS $975
    4 BEDS $950
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    1010 1/2 N. Fifth St., Champaign, IL 61820
    2 BEDS $1,025
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    624 Fifth St., Champaign, IL 61820
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    202 E. Green, Champaign, IL 61820
    1 BED $1,500
    2 BEDS $950+
    4 BEDS $900
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    100 Parkview Ln, Savoy, IL 61874
    1 BED $705+
    2 BEDS $850+
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    801 Hartwell Drive, Savoy, IL 61874
    2 BEDS $1,250
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    7 Hartwell Court, Savoy, IL 61874
    2 BEDS $1,200
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    5 Hartwell Court, Savoy, IL 61874
    2 BEDS $1,350
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    2006 MIDDLETOWN DRIVE, MAHOMET, IL 61853
    1 BED $690
    2 BEDS $810+
    3 BEDS $905+
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    200 W Frost Avenue, Rantoul, IL 61866
    3 BEDS $872+
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    402 Flessner Rd., Rantoul, IL 61866
    STUDIO $25+
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    208 W. Bodwell, Rantoul, IL 61866
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    620 Willow Pond Road, Rantoul, IL 61866
    2 BEDS $690+
    3 BEDS $770+
    4 BEDS $990
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    909 N. Maplewood Dr., Rantoul, IL 61866
    1 BED $529+
    2 BEDS $771+
    3 BEDS $768+
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Average rent in Champaign, IL

$1,619/mo Champaign, IL average rental price, November 2024
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Champaign, IL is $1,619.

Champaign, IL apartment rent ranges

About 30% of apartment rents in Champaign, IL range between $1,001-$1,500. Meanwhile, apartments priced over $1,501-$2,000 represent 20% of apartments. Around 26% of Champaign’s apartments are in the $701-$1,000 price range. 4% of apartments are priced between $501-$700.

Champaign, IL rent trends

Check out the average rent prices in Champaign by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,748, the average rent in Champaign, IL is $1,619.

Getting around in Champaign, IL

78 /100
Very Walkable
44 /100
Some Transit
73 /100
Very Bikeable
Walk Score®: 78, Transit Score®: 44, Bike Score®: 73

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Champaign, IL last updated?

Prices and availability in Champaign, IL were last updated on 16 Jan 2025.

What are the best apartments in Champaign, IL?

The best apartments in Champaign, IL are: Hunters Pond Apartment Homes, 621 Green St., 1010 1/2 N. Fifth St., Parker Glen and 408 E. Green St..

What is the average rent in Champaign, IL?

The average rent in Champaign, IL is $1,619.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Champaign, IL?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Champaign, IL is between $572 and $1,571.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Champaign, IL?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Champaign, IL is between $572 and $1,786.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Champaign, IL?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Champaign, IL is between $652 and $1,280.

What type of rental buildings are in Champaign, IL?

In Champaign, 55% of the residents are renting compared to 45% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 15% of Champaign’s rentals, 67% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 18% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Champaign, IL?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Champaign are about 21 years old, on average. Of these, 71% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 6 stories. About 65% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 25% are mid-rises, and 14% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Champaign, IL?

Studio apartments in Champaign are around 9% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 30% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 41% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Champaign, IL

Champaign is a small town in the central part of Illinois. It’s considered part of the Champaign-Urbana metropolitan area and is around two hours and 20 minutes from Chicago. For renters with families, the Champaign public school system is a big draw with its high ratings and excellent graduation rates. The weather in this part of the Midwest is a humid, continental climate with cold and snowy winters and hot summers that can get into the upper 80s. The overall vibe of the town is an urban and suburban mix of amenities, which includes lots of dining options, cafes and coffee shops near rental apartments. The park system is also top-notch with many renters having access to the West Side Park, Hessel Park, or Centennial Park with sports facilities and a playground.

Renting in Champaign, IL

More people rent than own homes in Champaign, which is great news for renters. The main style of rental apartments here are large, four- to five-story buildings that are centered around community amenities. These may include a pool, fitness center or grilling station that fosters a sense of neighborhood friendliness among renters. Most also have dog parks for renters who live with their furry friends. Notably, many renters who live in Champaign also attend the University of Illinois, which is located in town and is a major part of activities in the area that many renters enjoy, like the annual CU Jazz Festival or the Boneyard Arts Festival.

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Shopping in Champaign, IL

Anything renters may need is located right in Champaign. That includes a traditional indoor mall called the Market Place Shopping Center, which has anchor stores like JCPenney, Macy’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods and more than 109 other stores. A food court is located in this mall, as well, for renters to grab a quick bite while shopping. There’s also the Country Fair Shopping Center, Marketplace Plaza and Pinetree Plaza. All have grocery stores, salons and banks as part of their strip mall-style choices. For other grocery stores around town near rental apartments, the choices are Meijer, Schnucks Champaign, Ruler Foods and Harvest Market.

Transportation in Champaign, IL

The fact that so many highways run through Champaign makes it easy for renters to get around. These include interstates 57, 72 and 74. There are also local highways near rental apartments for commuters who need to go into downtown Champaign or Urbana, which is only eight minutes away. Alternatively, the public transportation that many renters use is run by the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District (MTD). It’s well run and has won awards on a national level. For air travel, the closest option is Willard Airport, which is regional and located right in town near rental apartments. It also has daily flights to O’Hare in Chicago, which is an international airport.

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