
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Urbana, IL from $525 (72 Rentals)


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Prairie Green Apartment Homes

Town & Country Apartments

212 W Illinois St

211 N Central Ave

106 N Gregory St
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913 W Church St

605 W University Ave

Windcrest Apartments

512 W University Ave

Carisbrooke Apartments

Rally - Free Parking Included
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1407 S State St

Midtown Center

The Quarters
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Urbana, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Urbana?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Urbana Studio Apartments | $1,351 | $615 | $2,190 |
Urbana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $525 | $2,000 |
Urbana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $750 | $3,200 |
Urbana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $875 | $2,900 |
Urbana 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $780 | $3,360 |
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Getting Around Urbana, IL
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Urbana Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Urbana Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Urbana Apartment is $750 at Clark Street.
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 $750 at Clark Street.
What is the most affordable Urbana Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Urbana Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Clark Street and starts from $750.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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