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property at 712 Pacesetter Dr

712 Pacesetter Dr

RantoulIL61866

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310 Cottage Ct

ChampaignIL61820

Cheapest Available Champaign County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Champaign County, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at 305JOH in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood priced from $499. Parker Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Champaign County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
305JOHSpacious 4 Bed/3 Bath Apartment on the corner o...4BR,3BA$499
Parker Glen3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$525
1002SECFall 2026 Leasing – 4-Bedroom, 2-Bath4BR,2BA$658
Falcon Way TownhomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$660
105 E John StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Golfview VillageThe Gilmore2BR,1BA$740
Clark StreetThe Lewis1BR,1BA$750
Windcrest Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Champaign County, IL

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Champaign County area is the $1.03 price per square foot 705 W Healey St Model at 705 W Healey St, Unit 705 Healey in the in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Champaign County apartment is the 2517 Leeper Dr Model at Southwest Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Champaign County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
705 W Healey St, Unit 705 Healey705 W Healey St3BR,1.5BA$1.03
Southwest Apartments2517 Leeper Dr2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Town Center Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.01
South Pointe CommonsSouth Pointe 3bd/1.5ba Townhouse3BR,1.5BA$0.84
59JOH3 Bed, 2 Bath @ John & First St.3BR,2BA$0.42
Campus OaksFloorplan A - Price per person4BR,2BA$0.65
702 W Green St, Unit 3702 W Green St3BR,1BA$1.00
Golfview VillageThe Gilmore2BR,1.5BA$0.74
Capstone QuartersTwo Bedroom Standard2BR,2BA$0.71
425 E Campbell Ave, Unit H425 E Campbell Ave2BR,1BA$0.85

Frequently Asked Questions about Champaign County

What type of rentals are currently available in Champaign County?

There are currently 691 Apartments for Rent in Champaign County, IL with pricing that ranges from $479 to $4,080. There are also 115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Champaign County ranging from $675 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Champaign County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Champaign County ranges from $675 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,950.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Champaign County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Champaign County range from $820 to $4,080, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $479.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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