
Student Apartments for Rent in Champaign, IL Under $1,200 (164 Rentals)
Rentals in Champaign near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The Dean Campustown

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Seven07

State & Cedar

Midtown Center

Pacifica on Green

Latitude | Student Housing

Burnham 310

Maywood Apartments

Lancaster Apartments
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202 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

410 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

1008 S. 4th

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West Quad

BRAND NEW The Station @ 505 S Fifth

Garden Court

1009 S 2nd St

Yugo Champaign South 3rd Lofts

Castle Property Services

811 W Hill St
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705 S 1st St

THE ALCOVE @ SECOND & JOHN

Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026

607 W Green St

306 W John St

622 W Healey St

Legacy202

57 E. Springfield Ave Champaign, IL

509 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

507 E White
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Castle on Locust

Flats on White

209 E University Ave

303 E Green

810 S Oak

911 S Locust St

Hub Champaign

307 E. Daniel

Octave

106 E Armory Ave
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507 E Clark

510 E Clark St

504 E Clark

601-603 E Clark St

608 E Chalmers

405 E Stoughton St

305 Daniel | Student Housing

303 E Chalmers St

111 E Springfield Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Champaign?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champaign Studio Apartments | $1,487 | $615 | $2,290 |
| Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $445 | $2,419 |
| Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,399 | $685 | $2,600 |
| Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $600 | $2,900 |
| Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $635 | $3,800 |
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Champaign, ILPopulation: 88,029
Ranked #377
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Champaign, IL
Westview Elementary School
Centennial High School
Jefferson Middle School
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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 $500.
How much is the average rent for a Student Champaign Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Champaign is $1,453.
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 664 sq ft.
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