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Highlights
- Spacious living room
- Storage
Location
311 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
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Property Overview
311 S Prairie St presents a well-rounded living experience with a Zumper expert rating of 7.9, reflecting its appeal for renters. The property excels in amenities and location, scoring 9 out of 10, offering spacious living areas and proximity to schools, parks, and numerous restaurants. Its competitive pricing, rated 8 out of 10, enhances the overall value, while a trustworthiness rating of 7 indicates a transparent and reliable management approach.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1 bed | 1 bath | 450 sqft | $710 /mo | 1 unit available | Available August 2026! You'll be charmed when you see this one bedroom one bath apartment. Located minutes from both downtown Champaign and UIUC campus, this gem features a spacious living room with storage and a pocket kitchen with tons of cabinets for all of your pots and pans! JSJ Property Management 302 West Springfield Avenue Champaign, IL 61820 Equal Opportunity Housing |
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Amenities for 311 S Prairie St
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Tech
| Internet |
Building
| Onsite Laundry | Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 11 |
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About 311 S Prairie St
Available August 2026! You'll be charmed when you see this one bedroom one bath apartment. Located minutes from both downtown Champaign and UIUC campus, this gem features a spacious living room with storage and a pocket kitchen with tons of cabinets for all of your pots and pans! JSJ Property Management 302 West Springfield Avenue Champaign, IL 61820 Equal Opportunity Housing
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.
7.9
/10
Very Good311 S Prairie St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 311 S Prairie St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
311 S Prairie St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 311 S Prairie St 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.
311 S Prairie St 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 311 S Prairie St 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.
311 S Prairie St 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.
311 S Prairie St is great 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 311 S Prairie St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
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Rent trends in Champaign
1-bedroom apartments at 311 S Prairie St cost about 38% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Champaign.
Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Champaign
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $877 |
| May 2024 | $846 |
| June 2024 | $839 |
| July 2024 | $842 |
| August 2024 | $796 |
| September 2024 | $855 |
| October 2024 | $922 |
| November 2024 | $917 |
| December 2024 | $937 |
| January 2025 | $947 |
| February 2025 | $924 |
| March 2025 | $934 |
| April 2025 | $1,003 |
| May 2025 | $984 |
| June 2025 | $992 |
| July 2025 | $916 |
| August 2025 | $925 |
| September 2025 | $1,009 |
| October 2025 | $1,024 |
| November 2025 | $1,091 |
| December 2025 | $1,149 |
| January 2026 | $997 |
| February 2026 | $993 |
| March 2026 | $1,195 |
| April 2026 | $1,250 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 311 S Prairie St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$28,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $710.
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Schools near 311 S Prairie St
South Side Elementary School
715 s new st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
B
Stratton Elementary School
902 n randolph st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
C+
Dr. Howard Elementary School
110 n james
champaign, IL, 61821
K-5Public
B+
Westview Elementary School
703 s russell st
champaign, IL, 61821
K-5Public
C+
Washington Elementary School
606 e grove st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
B
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Getting around Champaign near 311 S Prairie St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 311 S Prairie St, Champaign
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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