1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood of Champaign, IL (190 Rentals)

The Quarters

BRAND NEW The Station @ 505 S Fifth

Parkview Apartments

Seven07

Latitude | Student Housing

105 E Armory Ave

Rally - Free Parking Included

The Hickory

305 W Clark St
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Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026

Midtown Center

The Dean Campustown

Burnham 310

Windcrest Apartments

512 W Clark St

305 W Washington

301 W. University Ave

314 S State St

309 W Washington
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1407 S State St

214 E Clark

1008 S. 4th

906 S Locust St

Healey Gardens

605 N Walnut St, Unit 605 N Walnut apt B

201 W Bradley Ave, Unit #2

12 E Main St

209 N Neil St

306 W Washington St
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301 W Eureka St

106 S 4th St

The Dodsworth

316 Cedar

606 S Prairie St

202 East Springfield Avenue

108 S 4th St

901 S 1st St

402 W Church St

118 N Walnut St

1401 S State St

15 E Taylor St

108 W Charles St

104 Buena Vista

708 S 1st St

103-105 E Healey St

621 E Green St

310 E Clark St

601 W University Ave

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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 | $1,489 | $615 | $2,290 |
Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $575 | $2,280 |
| Downtown Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $625 | $2,180 |
| Downtown Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $575 | $3,000 |
| Downtown Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $835 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 190 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood of Champaign, IL.
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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 |
| The Hickory | Apt 103 | 805 Sq Ft | $1,273 |
| 314 S State St | The Urban View | 775 Sq Ft | $1,385 |
| 301 W. University Ave | 301 University Ave - Signature Oasis | 750 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| 305 W Washington | 305 W Washington St. - The Urban View | 750 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| 122 W Hill St | 122 W Hill St - 106 | 734 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| 209 E University Ave | 209 E University Ave - 211 | 711 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| 55 E Green St | 55 E Green St - 404 | 697 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
| The Quarters | 1x1 | 665 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Champaign of Champaign, IL is the 58 E Healey - 309 Model starting from $825 at 58 E Healey. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Champaign is currently $1,453. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 58 E Healey | 58 E Healey - 309 | $825 |
| Rally - Free Parking Included | 1BR / 1BA | $895 |
| State Street Apartments | The Grange | $915 |
| 608 S State Street | 608 S State Street - B | $950 |
| The Quarters | 1x1 | $1,050 |
| 911 S Locust St | 911 S Locust St - 307 | $1,195 |
| 507 E White | Fall lease, one bed one bath in Engineering nei... | $1,200 |
| 505 S Fourth Street | 505 S Fourth Street - 307 | $1,225 |
| The Hickory | Apt 103 | $1,273 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL
Central High School
Edison Middle 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 58 E Healey listed at $825.
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 $1,453.
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 547 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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