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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Gated community
  • Spacious units
  • Park-like setting
  • Well-kept grounds
  • Own laundry facility

Location

1009 Francis Dr, Champaign, IL 61821, USA|Garden Hills
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Management

JSJ Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(217) 352-5509

Property Overview

Garden Court offers a strong mix of value, amenities, and convenience, with a 8.2 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent amenities, and a competitive price point. It also features a gated community, spacious units, park-like setting, well-kept grounds, and an on-site laundry facility, while ranking in the 75th percentile for value for money and scoring well for pet-friendly access nearby.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.2
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Garden Court is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Garden Court has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Central heat
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bed / 1 Bath1 bed1 bath500 sqft$795 /mo1 unit availableYou will be refreshed when you view these beautiful one bedroom one-bathroom apartments settled within a charming, gated community. Surrounded in a park-like setting with well-kept grounds and a serene koi pond, these spacious units are encased in beautiful courtyard views. With tons of room for storage these units would be the perfect addition for any growing family or young professional. This is a cat friendly establishment so don't forget to ask about our pet policy. Do not miss out on this deal! JSJ Property Management 302 W. Springfield Ave Champaign, IL 61820 Equal Housing Opportunity

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Amenities for Garden Court

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Central AirCentral Heat
Kitchen StorageTrash

Appliances

OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Shared Laundry

Grounds

Free ParkingGated Community
Storage

Services

Recycling
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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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units12

About Garden Court

HomeApartments in ChampaignGarden Hills Garden Court

You will be refreshed when you view these beautiful one bedroom one-bathroom apartments settled within a charming, gated community. Surrounded in a park-like setting with well-kept grounds and a serene koi pond, these spacious units are encased in beautiful courtyard views. With tons of room for storage these units would be the perfect addition for any growing family or young professional. This is a cat friendly establishment so don't forget to ask about our pet policy. Do not miss out on this deal! JSJ Property Management 302 W. Springfield Ave Champaign, IL 61820 Equal Housing Opportunity


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.
8.2
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Garden Court is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Garden Court has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Garden Court
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, Garden Court is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Garden Hills. 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·10A 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.
Garden Court stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Garden Court 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 Garden Court 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.
Garden Court 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.

Garden Court is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Garden Court compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Extra storage
In-unit features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.7 miles away

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Rent trends in Garden Hills

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Garden Hills
Champaign
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Champaign
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,189
February 2026$1,210
March 2026$1,268
April 2026$1,324
May 2026$1,226
June 2026$1,250
July 2026$1,256
August 2026$1,312
September 2026$1,518
October 2026$1,663
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
February 2026$895
March 2026$961
April 2026$1,160
May 2026$1,054
June 2026$895
July 2026$895

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

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 Garden Court

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 1009 Francis Dr

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 1009 Francis Dr, 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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