Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Campustown IL Neighborhood of Champaign, IL from $300 (46 Rentals)
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The Courtyard on Randolph

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Campustown IL, Champaign, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Campustown IL?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campustown IL Studio Apartments | $1,778 | $1,180 | $2,290 |
| Campustown IL 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $575 | $2,280 |
| Campustown IL 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $625 | $2,180 |
| Campustown IL 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $575 | $4,080 |
| Campustown IL 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $835 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Campustown IL Neighborhood of Champaign, IL.
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Cheapest Available Campustown IL Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Campustown IL area of Champaign, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at 305JOH priced from $499. THE ALCOVE @ SECOND & JOHN has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $575. Here are the most affordable Campustown IL apartments for rent in Champaign, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 305JOH | Spacious 4 Bed/3 Bath Apartment on the corner o... | 4BR,3BA | $499 |
| THE ALCOVE @ SECOND & JOHN | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath- | 3BR,1BA | $575 |
| 1002SEC | Fall 2026 Leasing – 4-Bedroom, 2-Bath | 4BR,2BA | $658 |
| 105 E John St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| 58 E Healey | 58 E Healey - 310 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Rally - Free Parking Included | 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Courtyard on Randolph | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| 608 S State Street | 608 S State Street - B | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| West Quad | 4BR/4BA - Terrace Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $1,004 |
| 608 E Chalmers | Fall lease, four bed four bath apartment in Qua... | 4BR,4BA | $1,060 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Campustown IL, IL
As of November 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Campustown IL area is the $0.67 price per square foot 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at 112 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments in the in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Campustown IL apartment is the 3 Bed, 2 Bath @ John & First St. Model at 59JOH starting at $435 with a $0.42 price per square foot in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Campustown IL apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| 59JOH | 3 Bed, 2 Bath @ John & First St. | 3BR,2BA | $0.42 |
| 519 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments | 2 bed 2 bath - 519 E. Green St | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 202 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments | 4BR/3BA | 4BR,3BA | $0.95 |
| The Courtyard on Randolph | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Lancaster Apartments | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Maywood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 1008 S. 4th | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Burnham 310 | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Rally - Free Parking Included | 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCampustown Il, Champaign, IL
Ranked #2
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Campustown IL Neighborhood in Champaign, IL
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
63 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Campustown IL Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Campustown IL?
The cheapest apartment in Campustown IL is 105 E John St which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Campustown IL costs $1,785.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Campustown IL?
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 56 regular apartments in Campustown IL 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 Campustown IL?
Cheap apartments in Campustown IL have an average cost of $1,349 which is $436 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Campustown IL.
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