
Student Apartments for Rent in Champaign, IL Under $1,000 (136 Rentals)
Rentals in Champaign near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


BRAND NEW The Station @ 505 S Fifth

Latitude | Student Housing

Burnham 310

Lancaster Apartments

Maywood Apartments

202 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

Pacifica on Green

410 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

1008 S. 4th
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West Quad

Garden Court

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1009 S 2nd St

Yugo Champaign South 3rd Lofts

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811 W Hill St

1002SEC

705 S 1st St

THE ALCOVE @ SECOND & JOHN

Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026
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607 W Green St

506 E. White Champaign

59JOH

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622 W Healey St

Legacy202

405 E Stoughton St

305 Daniel | Student Housing

303 E Chalmers St

111 E Springfield Ave

908 S First
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203 S Wright st

55 E Healey St

201 S. Wright St., Champaign

309 E. John

Healey Place Apartments

503 E. Springfield

103 E Healey St

1103 Euclid St

508 S First St

75 Armory | Student Housing
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512 E Green - OFFBOARD 4/13/26

Student | HERE Champaign

901 S 1st St

309 E Springfield Ave (New Construction)

601 S 4th St

105 S Wright

205 E Stoughton St

507 Second | Student Housing

52 E Armory

906 S Locust St
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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 | $1,454 | $615 | $2,290 |
| Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $499 | $2,419 |
| Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $685 | $2,645 |
| Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $600 | $2,900 |
| Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $635 | $3,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Champaign Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Champaign?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Champaign is at 622 W Healey St listed at $480.
How much is the average rent for a Student Champaign Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Champaign is $1,446.
What is the largest Student Champaign Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Champaign is a 2,465 square feet unit starting from $835 at 1008 S. 4th.
What is the average size for Champaign Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Champaign is currently at 702 sq ft.
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