
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Urbana, IL from $575 (82 Rentals)


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Town & Country Apartments

Urbana Estates

306 Thompson St

805 E Main St

106 N Gregory St

Aspen Court

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207 S Pfeffer Rd, Unit 207 1BR

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707 W California Ave
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603 W Nevada St

Prairie Green Apartment Homes

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University Park

808 N Lincoln Ave

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Fairlawn Village

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705 W California Ave

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1003 W Clark St, Unit 9

Element on Main

Central Park Apartments

1301 E Harding Dr. Urbana
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302 W Locust St

901 W Springfield Ave

Smith Apartments @ 610 W Stoughton St

Bailey Apartments

Colorado Hills

Hillview

Gregory Place West

1401 Silver St

1304 Silver St

Silver St./Philo Rd/Fletcher St
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211 N Central Ave

705 E Colorado Avenue

1010

Lincoln Place Apartments

Healey Gardens

Windcrest Apartments

306 W Washington St

Carisbrooke Apartments

512 W University Ave

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508 W White St

906 S Locust St

Midtown Center

1407 S State St

The Quarters

312 W Springfield Ave

Parker Glen

207 E Healey St

Lofts On Green

Douglass Square Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Urbana?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urbana Studio Apartments | $1,433 | $615 | $2,290 |
| Urbana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $575 | $2,280 |
| Urbana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $518 | $2,180 |
| Urbana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $525 | $3,000 |
| Urbana 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $785 | $3,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Urbana Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Urbana?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Urbana is at Urbana Estates listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Urbana Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Urbana Apartment is $800 at Urbana Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Urbana Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Urbana is starting from $800 at Urbana Estates.
What is the most affordable Urbana Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Urbana Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Urbana Estates and starts from $800.
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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.