
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood of Champaign, IL (142 Rentals)


The Quarters

305 W Washington St

301 W University Ave

314 S State St

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404 E Clark

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Midtown Center

Latitude | Student Housing

Garden Court Apartments

Windcrest Apartments

305 W Clark St
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605 S Prairie St

214 E Clark

1008 S. 4th

THE ALCOVE @ SECOND & JOHN

The Neil Street Spritzer

1101 W Church St, Unit 2

512 W University Ave

312 W Springfield Ave

209 N Neil St

12 E Main St

202 W William St
Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Champaign?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Downtown Champaign Studio Apartments | $1,321 | $615 | $1,950 |
Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,395 | $525 | $2,029 |
Downtown Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $775 | $3,200 |
Downtown Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,318 | $950 | $2,900 |
Downtown Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $780 | $3,360 |
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There are currently 142 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood of Champaign, IL.
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Largest Available Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Champaign area of Champaign, IL is found at 301 W University Ave and is listed at 850 square feet priced from $1,385. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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301 W University Ave | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath Non-Balcony | 850 Sq Ft | $1,385 |
The Neil Street Spritzer | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 832 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
The Quarters | 1x1 | 665 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Clark Street | The Stone | 630 Sq Ft | $785 |
Latitude | Student Housing | 1BR - Master | 625 Sq Ft | $1,609 |
West Quad | 1BR/1BA - Premium | 619 Sq Ft | $1,919 |
54 E John St | 54 E John St - 203 | 561 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Castle Property Services | 1 Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Champaign of Champaign, IL is the The Lewis Model starting from $750 at Clark Street. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Champaign is currently $1,395. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
---|---|---|
Clark Street | The Lewis | $750 |
The Quarters | 1x1 | $1,050 |
54 E John St | 54 E John St - 203 | $1,300 |
301 W University Ave | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath Non-Balcony | $1,385 |
Castle Property Services | 1 Bedroom | $1,450 |
West Quad | 1BR/1BA - Terrace | $1,919 |
The Neil Street Spritzer | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,000 |
Hub Champaign | 1x1 A | $2,100 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL
Central High School
Edison Middle School
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Getting Around the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood in Champaign, IL
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
59 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Champaign Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Champaign with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Champaign is at Clark Street listed at $750.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Champaign Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Champaign is $1,395.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Champaign Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Champaign is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,385 at 301 W University Ave.
What is the average size for Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Champaign is currently 895 sq ft.
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