
Student Apartments for Rent in Champaign, IL Under $1,500 (215 Rentals)
Rentals in Champaign near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


301 W. University Ave

Alley Lofts at The Pilot

905 South Locust Street

The Dean Campustown

Total Monthly Price
Seven07

THE ALCOVE @ SECOND & JOHN

BRAND NEW The Station @ 505 S Fifth

Midtown Center

Total Monthly Price
110 E John St.
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509 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

Colonial Village

Burnham 310

Maywood Apartments

Garden Court

Lancaster Apartments

Yugo Champaign South 3rd Lofts

512 E Green

Total Monthly Price
West Quad

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Pacifica on Green

Total Monthly Price
1009 S 2nd St

202 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

410 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

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Castle Property Services

811 W Hill St

1002SEC

705 S 1st St

Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026

Total Monthly Price
506 E. White Champaign
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The Mansion

Total Monthly Price
622 W Healey St

Legacy202

607 W Green St

103 E John St

505 South First

208 East Clark Street

512 E Stoughton St

305 W. Clark St

305 W Washington
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507 S Fourth

404 E Clark St

405 E Stoughton St

112 E John St

Parkview Apartments

408 E Springfield

510 E White

503 E Stoughton

Hardwick Apartments

Midtown Plaza
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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 | $1,536 | $615 | $2,470 |
| Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $533 | $2,340 |
| Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $550 | $2,655 |
| Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $738 | $2,900 |
| Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $637 | $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 $1,382.
What is the largest Student Champaign Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Champaign is a 2,160 square feet unit starting from $829 at West Quad.
What is the average size for Champaign Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Champaign is currently at 744 sq ft.
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