Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Champaign, IL from $300 (24 Rentals)

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303 E Chalmers St
Built in 2021Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

303 E Chalmers St

303 E Chalmers StChampaign, IL 61820
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Providence at Thornberry
Built in 20161 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Providence at Thornberry

3800 Colleen DrChampaign, IL 61822
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106 E Armory Ave
Built in 2016Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

106 E Armory Ave

106 E Armory AveChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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608 E Chalmers
Built in 2025Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

608 E Chalmers

608 E Chalmers StChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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209 E University Ave
Built in 2018Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

209 E University Ave

209 E University AveChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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402 W Church St
Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

402 W Church St

402-408 W Church StChampaign, IL 61820
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609 South Randolph Street
Built in 2022Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

609 South Randolph Street

609 S Randolph StChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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Hub Champaign
Built in 2021Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Hub Champaign

812 S 6th StChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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302 E Clark St
Built in 20201 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

302 E Clark St

302 E Clark StChampaign, IL 61820
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134 - 217 S Neil
Built in 20171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

134 - 217 S Neil

217 S Neil StChampaign, IL 61820
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213 W Green St
Built in 20161 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

213 W Green St

213 W Green StChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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201 W Green St
Built in 20171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

201 W Green St

201 W Green StChampaign, IL 61820
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112 E John St
Built in 2023Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

112 E John St

112 E John StChampaign, IL 61820
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404 E Clark St
Built in 20251 Bedroom Apartments

404 E Clark St

404 E Clark StChampaign, IL 61820
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405 E Stoughton St
Built in 2024Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

405 E Stoughton St

405 E Stoughton StChampaign, IL 61820
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122 W Hill St
Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

122 W Hill St

122 W Hill StChampaign, IL 61820

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Champaign, IL
Population: 88,029

Ranked #377

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Champaign Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Champaign?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Champaign is under $850.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Champaign?

The cheapest apartment in Champaign is Parker Glen which is listed at $499, while the average apartment in Champaign costs $2,005.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Champaign?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 54 regular apartments in Champaign that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Champaign?

Cheap apartments in Champaign have an average cost of $1,150 which is $855 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Champaign.

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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.