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Parker Glen
2501 N Neil StChampaign, IL 61820
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Wellington Place
902 Newcastle DrChampaign, IL 61822
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Carisbrooke Apartments
2407 Hampshire DrChampaign, IL 61820
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Park Vista
2408 High View CtChampaign, IL 61822
1205 W Bloomington Rd, Unit 1205West, Unit 1205West
1205 W Bloomington Rd
ChampaignIL61821
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Midtown Center
303 W Green StChampaign, IL 61820
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31 Colony West DrChampaign, IL 61820
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State & Cedar
1407 S State StChampaign, IL 61820
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2413 N Neil StChampaign, IL 61820
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Colony Court
502 S Mattis AveChampaign, IL 61821
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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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Alley Lofts at The Pilot
312 S Prairie StChampaign, IL 61820
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905 South Locust Street
905 S Locust StChampaign, IL 61820
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Tuscany Ridge Townhomes
918-1188 Pomona DrChampaign, IL 61822
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1805 W William St, Unit A
1805 W William StChampaign, IL 61821
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Southwest Apartments
1902 Karen CtChampaign, IL 61822
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The Cove At Boulder Ridge
3701 Harbor Estates LnChampaign, IL 61822
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706 S Locust St
706 S Locust StChampaign, IL 61820
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The Gardens at 304 E Clark
304 E Clark StChampaign, IL 61820
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306 W John St
306 W John StChampaign, IL 61820
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308 East Armory
308 E Armory AveChampaign, IL 61820
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312 E White St
312 E White StChampaign, IL 61820
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Bankier Apartments
805 S 4th StChampaign, IL 61820
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1106 Euclid St
1106 Euclid StChampaign, IL 61820
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Colonial Apartments
1101 S Mattis AveChampaign, IL 61821
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Chalmers Manor
105 E Chalmers StChampaign, IL 61820
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903 S Locust
903-909 S Locust StChampaign, IL 61820
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608 E White St
608 E White StChampaign, IL 61820
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510 Stoughton
510 E Stoughton StChampaign, IL 61820
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Hessel on the Park
1601-1862 Valley RdChampaign, IL 61820
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202 E Chalmers
202 E Chalmers StChampaign, IL 61820
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Colonial Village
1003-1011 S Mattis AveChampaign, IL 61821
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Barrington
2541-2553 W Springfield AveChampaign, IL 61821
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Pomona Drive Condos
Pomona DrChampaign, IL 61822
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110 E John St.
110 E John StChampaign, IL 61820
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205 E Healey St
205 E Healey StChampaign, IL 61820
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204 E Clark
204 E Clark StChampaign, IL 61820
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1103 Euclid St
1103 Euclid StChampaign, IL 61820
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Regency West
3 Hanover CtChampaign, IL 61821
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The Dodsworth
108 W Columbia AveChampaign, IL 61820
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503 E. Springfield
503 E Springfield AveChampaign, IL 61820
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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.
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55 E Healey St
55 E Healey StChampaign, IL 61820
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Lincolnshire Townhomes
1411 Lincolnshire DrChampaign, IL 61821
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Park Place
1117 Plymouth DrChampaign, IL 61821
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507 E Clark
507 E Clark StChampaign, IL 61820
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303 E Chalmers St
303 E Chalmers StChampaign, IL 61820
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405 E Stoughton St
405 E Stoughton StChampaign, IL 61820
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Lando Place
707 S 6th StChampaign, IL 61820
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601-603 E Clark St
601-603 E Clark StChampaign, IL 61820
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504 E Clark
504 E Clark StChampaign, IL 61820
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Gentry Square Apartments
1712 Gentry Square LnChampaign, IL 61821
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.
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 | $1,491 | $615 | $2,290 |
| Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $445 | $2,419 |
| Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $685 | $2,600 |
| Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $600 | $2,900 |
| Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $635 | $3,800 |
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Champaign, ILPopulation: 88,029
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Best Local Schools in Champaign, IL
Centennial High School
Champaign Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1444)
6 out of 10
Edison Middle School
Champaign Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades 6-8 (699)
5 out of 10
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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 $825.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Champaign?
The cheapest apartment in Champaign is Bailey Student Apartments Available 2026! which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Champaign costs $1,804.
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 94 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 $1,014 which is $790 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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.