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property at 306 E Maple St

$956

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

306 E Maple St

OgdenIL61859

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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. Windcrest Apartments in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. 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
Windcrest ApartmentsStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$650
1002SECFall 2026 Leasing – 4-Bedroom, 2-Bath4BR,2BA$658
Falcon Way TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$770
Town & Country ApartmentsKensington1BR,1BA$785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Champaign County, IL

As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Champaign County area is the $0.70 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1893 sf Model at Wellington Place in the starting from $1,330. The second greatest value Champaign County apartment is the South Pointe 5bd/3.0ba Townhouse Model at South Pointe Commons starting at $1,126 with a $0.64 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.
Wellington Place3 Bedroom 1893 sf3BR,1.5BA$0.70
South Pointe CommonsSouth Pointe 5bd/3.0ba Townhouse5BR,3BA$0.64
Southwest Apartments2517 Leeper Dr2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Golfview VillageThe McGavin3BR,1.5BA$0.69
Town Center Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.01
59JOH3 Bed, 2 Bath @ John & First St.3BR,2BA$0.42
Campus OaksFloorplan A - Price per person4BR,2BA$0.75
Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026Shared Apartment Individual Lease1BR,1BA$0.58
Falcon Way TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$0.96
West Liberty Point2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03

Frequently Asked Questions about Champaign County

What type of rentals are currently available in Champaign County?

There are currently 680 Apartments for Rent in Champaign County, IL with pricing that ranges from $518 to $3,800. There are also 124 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Champaign County ranging from $425 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 $425 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,832.

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 $575 to $3,399, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $835.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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