
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Champaign, IL Under $1,500 (169 Rentals)


Southwood Crossing

611 S State St

Fields South

The Legends Apartments | Specials Available

Parkview Apartments Available Summer 2026

Hunters Pond Apartment Homes

Baytowne Apartments

Westgate Apartments

Twin Oaks
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512 W Clark St.

2414 N Neil

305 W Washington

305 W. Clark St

301 W. University Ave

314 S State St

The Hickory

55 E Green St

Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026

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Rally - Free Parking Included

605 Univerisity

Midtown Center

Windsor West | Specials Available

Watersedge

Windcrest Apartments

Wellington Place

Carisbrooke Apartments

309 W Washington

State & Cedar
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The Brickstone

Garden Court

811 W Hill St

The Inman by Royse + Brinkmeyer

Stonegate Village by Royse + Brinkmeyer

214 E Clark St

Healey Gardens

Parker Glen

Total Monthly Price
606 W Healey St, Unit 1, Unit 1

1805 W William St, Unit A
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512 W University Ave

302 W Clark St

302 W Eureka St

105 E Hill St

12 E Main St

111 S State St

907 N State St

110 W Columbia Ave

202 W William St

207 E Clark St
Champaign, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Champaign?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champaign Studio Apartments | $1,503 | $615 | $2,290 |
| Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $555 | $2,419 |
| Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $685 | $2,600 |
| Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $600 | $2,900 |
| Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $635 | $3,800 |
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Champaign, ILPopulation: 88,029
Ranked #377
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Champaign Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Champaign with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Champaign is at Bailey Student Apartments Available 2026! listed at $750.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Champaign Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Champaign is $1,343.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Champaign Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Champaign is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $575 at Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026.
What is the average size for Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Champaign is currently 490 sq ft.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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