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Highlights

  • 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

1009 Francis Dr is a highly rated property with a Zumper expert rating of 8.5 out of 10, reflecting its strong appeal to renters and excellent value for money. It features a gated community, spacious units, well-kept grounds, and an own laundry facility, which enhance its desirability. With high ratings for amenities and location, this property ensures an elevated standard of living in a premier setting.

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, 1009 Francis Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1009 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

1 Bed / 1 Bath1 bed1 bath500 sqft$795 /mo2 units 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 1009 Francis Dr

Apartment Amenities

CarpetKitchen Storage
Trash

Appliances

OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Controlled AccessOnsite Laundry
Shared Laundry

Grounds

Free ParkingGated Community
Storage
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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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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HomeApartments in ChampaignGarden Hills 1009 Francis Dr

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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1009 Francis Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1009 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 1009 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.
1009 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.
1009 Francis Dr goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1009 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.
1009 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 1009 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.
1009 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 1009 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

Median rents as of Jan 10 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$1,137
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

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 1009 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 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

Explore the area around 1009 Francis Dr

El Progreso
1017 1/2 W Bloomington Rd
Sam's Club
915 W Marketview Dr
Bombay Market
1726 W Bradley Ave
Gordon Food Service Store
502 W Town Center Blvd
Meijer
2401 N Prospect Ave

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