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Highlights

  • Gated community
  • Spacious units
  • Well kept grounds
  • Park-like setting
  • Cat friendly
  • Charming

Location

1001 Francis Drive, Champaign, Illinois 61821, United States|Garden Hills
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Management

JSJ Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(217) 352-5509

Property Overview

1001 Francis Dr is situated in a charming gated community, offering spacious units amidst beautifully maintained grounds in a park-like setting. With a Zumper Expert Rating of 7.9, a competitive price rating of 8, and impressive amenities and location ratings of 9 each, the property stands out for its excellent balance of value and quality of living. Additionally, the transparency and detailed description of the property enhance its trustworthiness, making it a competitive choice for renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1001 Francis Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1001 Francis Dr has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

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  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

Garden Court - 1B/1.5B1 bed1 bath550 sqft$795 /mo1 unit available
Garden Court - 2B/1.5B2 bed1.5 bath825 sqft$895 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 1001 Francis Dr

Apartment Amenities

CarpetKitchen Storage
Trash

Building

Onsite LaundryShared Laundry

Grounds

Free Parking
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 1001 Francis Dr

HomeApartments in ChampaignGarden Hills 1001 Francis Dr

1001 Francis Dr cost $795–$895 per month. Located at 1001 Francis Drive, Champaign, Illinois 61821, United States, 1001 Francis Dr has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Champaign, renting an apartment at 1001 Francis Dr is 21% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Champaign include but are not limited to: Rally Apts, 308 West Green Street, 107 S Wright St, 302 New Yorker, 302 S. Cedar


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1001 Francis Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1001 Francis Dr has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1001 Francis Dr
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1001 Francis Dr offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1001 Francis Dr goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including free parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1001 Francis Dr receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1001 Francis Dr is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1001 Francis Dr does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1001 Francis Dr provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1001 Francis Dr compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Garden Hills

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1001 Francis Dr to be 5% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Garden Hills.

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Garden Hills
Champaign
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Champaign
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,137
March 2024$1,158
April 2024$1,112
May 2024$1,100
June 2024$1,118
July 2024$1,173
August 2024$1,180
September 2024$1,184
October 2024$1,328
November 2024$1,318
December 2024$1,318
January 2025$1,292
February 2025$1,262
March 2025$1,295
April 2025$1,395
May 2025$1,213
June 2025$1,210
July 2025$1,214
August 2025$1,236
September 2025$1,224
October 2025$1,202
November 2025$1,322
December 2025$1,431
January 2026$1,135
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Garden Hills
MonthMedian Rent
May 2025$850
June 2025$850
July 2025$850
August 2025$928
September 2025$1,125
October 2025$850

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near 1001 Francis Dr

Garden Hills Elementary School

2001 garden hills dr

champaign, IL, 61821

K-5Public
C

Dr. Howard Elementary School

110 n james

champaign, IL, 61821

K-5Public
B+

Stratton Elementary School

902 n randolph st

champaign, IL, 61820

K-5Public
C+

Westview Elementary School

703 s russell st

champaign, IL, 61821

K-5Public
C+

South Side Elementary School

715 s new st

champaign, IL, 61820

K-5Public
B
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Neighborhood

Garden Hills | Champaign, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Champaign near 1001 Francis Drive

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1001 Francis Drive, Champaign

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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