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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Champaign, IL

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Living & Renting in Champaign

Champaign at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,078
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43

Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Champaign, IL Apartments for Rent

Champaign is home to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and serves as a hub of the Illinois Silicon Prairie, hosting offices for Fortune 500 companies like Abbott, Archer Daniels Midland, and Caterpillar. Those looking for apartments for rent in Champaign will find plenty of options, from apartment communities near campus in Campustown to established neighborhoods throughout the city's 24 square miles. With a population of approximately 89,000 residents and a median household income of $51,109, the city offers accessible rental rates-one-bedroom apartments average $1,082 per month and two-bedroom units run about $1,251.

Renting in Champaign means easy access to the city's 60 public parks spanning 654 acres, including West Side Park and Hessel Park, plus downtown's historic district with its local dining and shopping spots. The restored Virginia Theatre hosts Roger Ebert's Film Festival, while the Orpheum Children's Science Museum adds cultural appeal. Job opportunities get a boost from the Research Park at the University of Illinois, where tech companies and major employers have set up shop. The city's location along Interstate 57 and Interstate 74 makes getting to Indianapolis, St. Louis, and Chicago a breeze, making Champaign a smart pick for renters who want affordability and accessibility in central Illinois.

Why Champaign?

  • Great culture, including the Champaign Music Festival and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
  • The prestigious University of Illinois, a top-ranking US school.
  • Biker-friendly, walker-friendly, and home to an amazing park system.
  • Home to several major corporations, Champaign has a strong job market.
  • Attending concerts at Assembly Hall and sports events at Memorial Stadium.
  • Great downtown areas with coffee shops, restaurants, and pubs with live music.

Renting in Champaign

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Getting Around Champaign

Transportation

62

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
65

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
43

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Central High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,597 Students
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Centennial High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,444 Students
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Novak Academy

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
0 Students
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Edison Middle School

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Grades 6-8
699 Students
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Jefferson Middle School

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Public
Grades 6-8
738 Students
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Franklin Middle School

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Public
Grades 6-8
677 Students
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Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
384 Students
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South Side Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
289 Students
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Bottenfield Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
453 Students
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Kenwood Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
344 Students

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