
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Champaign Neighborhood of Champaign, IL Under $1,500 (254 Rentals)


Maywood Apartments

Alley Lofts at The Pilot

Pacifica on Green

202 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

THE ALCOVE @ SECOND & JOHN

410 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

519 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

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West Quad

The Quarters
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112 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

BRAND NEW The Station @ 505 S Fifth

301 W. University Ave

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1009 S 2nd St

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Seven07

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Lancaster Apartments

Parkview Apartments Available Summer 2026

305 W Washington

Castle Property Services
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305 W. Clark St

314 S State St

512 W Clark St.

Pfeffer Apartments - NOW LEASING AUGUST 2026

905 South Locust Street

Rally - Free Parking Included

The Dean Campustown

705 S 1st St

509 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments

Burnham 310

605 Univerisity

Midtown Center

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The Courtyard on Randolph

Windcrest Apartments

1002SEC

309 W Washington

Yugo Champaign South 3rd Lofts

59JOH

506 E. White Champaign

Garden Court

811 W Hill St

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622 W Healey St

214 E Clark St

607 W Green St

The Inman by Royse + Brinkmeyer

1008 S. 4th

Healey Gardens

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512 E John St, Unit One and a half

612 W Healey St, Unit 1

404 S Prairie St
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 | $1,481 | $615 | $2,290 |
| Downtown Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $575 | $2,419 |
| Downtown Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $685 | $2,385 |
| Downtown Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $600 | $2,900 |
| Downtown Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $699 | $3,800 |
| Downtown Champaign 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $935 | $2,800 |
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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 Downtown Champaign
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Champaign Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Champaign ranges from $575 to $2,419 with an average monthly rent of $1,475.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Champaign cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Champaign range from $685 to $2,385. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,448.
How expensive are Downtown Champaign Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 140 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Champaign on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $600 to $2,900 - averaging $1,391 for the location.
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