1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood of Champaign, IL (206 Rentals)

Pacifica on Green

105 E Armory Ave

The Quarters

BRAND NEW The Station @ 505 S Fifth

611 S State St

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Seven07

Latitude | Student Housing

Parkview Apartments Available Summer 2026

512 W Clark St
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305 W Washington

Castle Property Services

305 W. Clark St

301 W. University Ave

314 S State St

Rally - Free Parking Included

55 E Green St

Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026

Midtown Center

Burnham 310
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Windcrest Apartments

309 W Washington

State & Cedar

Garden Court

The Inman by Royse + Brinkmeyer

214 E Clark St

1008 S. 4th

Healey Gardens

Total Monthly Price
606 W Healey St, Unit 1, Unit 1

Total Monthly Price
1101 W Church St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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907 N State St

302 W Clark St

302 W Eureka St

105 E Hill St

12 E Main St

512 W University Ave

111 S State St

209 N Neil St

110 W Columbia Ave

202 W William St

407 W Green St

709 W Church St

207 W William St

310 Cottage Ct

310.5 Cottage Ct

309 S Van Doren St

415 N Neil St

106 S 4th St

The Dodsworth

316 Cedar
Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Champaign?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Champaign Studio Apartments | $1,800 | $615 | $2,320 |
Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $575 | $2,409 |
| Downtown Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $685 | $3,180 |
| Downtown Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $600 | $2,900 |
| Downtown Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $835 | $3,800 |
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Largest Available Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Champaign area of Champaign, IL is found at Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026 and is listed at 1,000 square feet priced from $575. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026 | Shared Apartment Individual Lease | 1,000 Sq Ft | $575 |
| 301 W. University Ave | The Urban View - Balcony | 750 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| 122 W Hill St | 122 W Hill St - 106 | 734 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| 55 E Green St | 55 E Green St - 404 | 697 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| The Quarters | 1x1 | 665 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
| Latitude | Student Housing | Signature Series - 1 Bedroom w/ Patio | 650 Sq Ft | $1,999 |
| 209 E University Ave | 209 E University Ave - 202 | 637 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| West Quad | 1BR/1BA - Premium | 619 Sq Ft | $1,989 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Champaign of Champaign, IL is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model starting from $800 at Windcrest Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Champaign is currently $1,447. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Windcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $800 |
| 58 E Healey | 58 E Healey - 309 | $825 |
| Rally - Free Parking Included | 1BR / 1BA | $850 |
| State Street Apartments | The Eddleman | $890 |
| 911 S Locust St | 911 S Locust St - 307 | $1,095 |
| 505 S Fourth Street | 505 S Fourth Street - 307 | $1,225 |
| 52 E Armory | AVAILABLE NOW! One bed one bath apartment in Se... | $1,229 |
| 507 E White | Spring lease, one bed one bath apartment in Eng... | $1,300 |
| 213 W Green St | 213 W Green St - 3J | $1,325 |
| 201 W Green St | 201 W Green St - 314 | $1,325 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL
Central High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Champaign Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Champaign with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Champaign is at Windcrest Apartments listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Champaign Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Champaign is $1,447.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Champaign Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Champaign is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $575 at Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026.
What is the average size for Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Champaign is currently 533 sq ft.
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