1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood of Champaign, IL (184 Rentals)

The Quarters

505 S. Fifth - The Station

301 W University Ave

314 S State St

Latitude | Student Housing

Seven07

305 W Washington St

West Quad
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Rally - Free Parking Included

Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026

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Burnham 310

The Dean Campustown

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913 W Church St

The Neil Street Spritzer

906 S Locust St

214 E Clark

907 N State St

306 W Washington St

111 S State St
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617 W Springfield 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 |
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Downtown Champaign Studio Apartments | $1,596 | $615 | $2,490 |
Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $575 | $2,480 |
Downtown Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $775 | $3,200 |
Downtown Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $895 | $4,080 |
Downtown Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $805 | $4,360 |
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There are currently 184 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 |
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Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026 | Shared Apartment Individual Lease | 1,000 Sq Ft | $575 |
The Neil Street Spritzer | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 832 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
305 W Washington St | Non Balcony Layout | 800 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
309 W Washington St | Signature Suite - Balcony | 750 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
209 E University Ave | 209 E University Ave - 211 | 711 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
55 E Green St | 55 E Green St - 704 | 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 One Bedroom Model starting from $675 at 105 E John St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Champaign is currently $1,494. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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105 E John St | One Bedroom | $675 |
Clark Street | The Lewis | $750 |
Windcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $750 |
58 E Healey | 58 E Healey - 310 | $825 |
110 E John St. | 1 Bedroom | $875 |
Rally - Free Parking Included | 1BR / 1BA | $895 |
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 |
505 S Fourth Street | 505 S Fourth Street - 307 | $1,225 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Champaign, Champaign, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL
Central High School
Edison Middle School
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Getting Around the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood in Champaign, IL
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
59 / 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 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 105 E John St listed at $675.
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 $1,494.
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 962 sq ft.
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