Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood of Champaign, IL (15 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Champaign area of Champaign with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Legacy202
Rent Specials
$1,045 - $1,975
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$1,035 - $1,965
Required Monthly Fees
$10

Total Monthly Price
$1,045 - $1,975
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 21

Legacy202

202 E Daniel StChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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Maywood Apartments
Rent Specials
$975 - $995
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$965 - $985
Required Monthly Fees
$10

Total Monthly Price
$975 - $995
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20

Maywood Apartments

51 E John StChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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1009 S 2nd St
Rent Specials
$795 - $910
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$795 - $910

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$795 - $910
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15

1009 S 2nd St

1009 S 2nd StChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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Latitude | Student Housing
Rent Specials
$929 - $1,999
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$789 - $1,859
Required Monthly Fees
$140

Total Monthly Price
$929 - $1,999
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Latitude | Student Housing

608 E University AveChampaign, IL 61820
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Lancaster Apartments
Rent Specials
$905Special Offer
Specials ?? Move In Now & Get $500! ?? Immediate move-in leases signed by 2/28 receive a $500 gift card.
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Lancaster Apartments

112 E Chalmers StChampaign, IL 61820
Student Housing
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314 S State St
Rent Specials
$1,450 - $1,795Special Offer
Specials Apply the same day of the showing to get the application fee waived! Sign the same day and get a half off deposit!
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314 S State St

314 S State StChampaign, IL 61820
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906 S Locust St
Rent Specials
$815 - $910Special Offer
Specials Contact us for more details and schedule a tour before they are all gone!
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906 S Locust St

906 S Locust StChampaign, IL 61820
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Top Champaign Apartments in the Downtown Champaign Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 02-25-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Champaign, IL apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

The Dean Campustown

Sign a 26/27 lease and receive $50 off per month!Expires 02-27-2026

Yugo Champaign South 3rd Lofts

Save $200 on signing fees at Champaign!Expires 02-27-2026

Latitude | Student Housing

What are you waiting for? Signing is FREE! Sign today and receive waived app and admin fees!Expires 02-27-2026

Parkview Apartments Available Summer 2026

Move In Special - Only a $99 deposit and free furnishings! Offer ends 2/28/26! Call for a tour today! Now showing hard had tours - Construction Completion Summer 2026Expires 02-28-2026

Lancaster Apartments

?? Move In Now & Get $500! ?? Immediate move-in leases signed by 2/28 receive a $500 gift card.Expires 02-28-2026

Maywood Apartments

?? Move In Now & Get $500! ?? Immediate move-in leases signed by 2/28 receive a $500 gift card.Expires 02-28-2026

Legacy202

Fill a 4-bedroom and pay as low as $995/person—but only if you sign for 2026–2027 by Feb. 28! Discount still available if you don't have 4!! Call us today!Expires 02-28-2026

906 S Locust St

Contact us for more details and schedule a tour before they are all gone!Expires 03-30-2026

705 S 1st St

Call or email to schedule a tour!Expires 03-31-2026

512 E Stoughton St

Apply the same day as your showing and get your application fee waived! Ask us about our other specials!Expires 04-17-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Champaign, IL

Specials updated: 02-25-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Champaign, IL. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Garden Court

Call to schedule a tour!Expires 07-31-2026

705 S 1st St

Call or email to schedule a tour!Expires 03-31-2026

906 S Locust St

Contact us for more details and schedule a tour before they are all gone!Expires 03-30-2026

Parkview Apartments Available Summer 2026

Move In Special - Only a $99 deposit and free furnishings! Offer ends 2/28/26! Call for a tour today! Now showing hard had tours - Construction Completion Summer 2026Expires 02-28-2026

Maywood Apartments

?? Move In Now & Get $500! ?? Immediate move-in leases signed by 2/28 receive a $500 gift card.Expires 02-28-2026

Legacy202

Fill a 4-bedroom and pay as low as $995/person—but only if you sign for 2026–2027 by Feb. 28! Discount still available if you don't have 4!! Call us today!Expires 02-28-2026

Lancaster Apartments

?? Move In Now & Get $500! ?? Immediate move-in leases signed by 2/28 receive a $500 gift card.Expires 02-28-2026

512 E Stoughton St

Apply the same day as your showing and get your application fee waived! Ask us about our other specials!Expires 04-17-2026

Yugo Champaign South 3rd Lofts

Save $200 on signing fees at Champaign!Expires 02-27-2026

The Dean Campustown

Sign a 26/27 lease and receive $50 off per month!Expires 02-27-2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Champaign Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Champaign?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Champaign is at 705 S 1st St listed at $640.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Champaign Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Champaign is $1,219.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Champaign Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Champaign is a 1,604 square feet unit starting from $929 at Latitude | Student Housing.

What is the average size for Downtown Champaign Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Champaign is currently at 634 sq ft.

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