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132 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
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Property Overview
The property at 132 E University receives a favorable Zumper expert rating, highlighting its strong appeal. It features notable amenities such as on-site recycling and excellent public transit options. This location is ideal for enhancing overall quality of life, offering robust environmental sustainability, pet-friendly services, conducive work-from-home conditions, and vibrant social opportunities with numerous parks and dining options 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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- Dishwasher
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 3BR/3.0BA | 3 bed | 3 bath | 2,000 sqft | $2,450 /mo | 1 unit available | Experience luxury living in the heart of Champaign, IL with our Newer Construction 3 Bedroom Apartment. This spacious abode, boasting over 2000 square feet, offers three bedrooms, each with an ensuite private bathroom, ensuring personal space and comfort for all residents. The apartment features high ceilings, enhancing the sense of space and openness. The kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with all necessary appliances, all in stainless steel, and a vent on the stove that vents to the outside. The huge kitchen islands provide ample space for meal preparation or entertaining. For your convenience, the apartment includes an in-unit washer and dryer. The secured entry ensures peace of mind, making this downtown location not just desirable, but also safe. Experience the best of Champaign living in this luxurious, modern apartment. Non-Smoking. |
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Amenities for 132 E University
Apartment Amenities
| High Ceiling | High Ceilings |
| Luxury Living |
Appliances
| Built-in Microwave | Dishwasher |
| Garbage Disposal | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK |
Neighborhood
| Downtown Location |
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
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About 132 E University
Experience luxury living in the heart of Champaign, IL with our Newer Construction 3 Bedroom Apartment. This spacious abode, boasting over 2000 square feet, offers three bedrooms, each with an ensuite private bathroom, ensuring personal space and comfort for all residents. The apartment features high ceilings, enhancing the sense of space and openness. The kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with all necessary appliances, all in stainless steel, and a vent on the stove that vents to the outside. The huge kitchen islands provide ample space for meal preparation or entertaining. For your convenience, the apartment includes an in-unit washer and dryer. The secured entry ensures peace of mind, making this downtown location not just desirable, but also safe. Experience the best of Champaign living in this luxurious, modern apartment. Non-Smoking.
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.
7.1
/10
Very Good132 E University 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 Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·5A 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.
Monthly rent at 132 E University is significantly more expensive than other properties in local neighborhoods. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 5/10. Some might think the increased cost is justified by the amenities, but it's worth taking a thorough look for yourself and deciding if any premium benefits are worth the extra expense.
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.
132 E University goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 132 E University 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.
132 E University 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 132 E University does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
132 E University 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 132 E University compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 1140 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Champaign
3-bedroom apartments at 132 E University cost about 124% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Champaign.
Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Champaign
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $881 |
| December 2023 | $914 |
| January 2024 | $899 |
| February 2024 | $884 |
| March 2024 | $855 |
| April 2024 | $850 |
| 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 | $1,020 |
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Can I afford to live at 132 E University Ave?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$98,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $98,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,450.
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Schools near 132 E University
Washington Elementary School
606 e grove st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
B
Stratton Elementary School
902 n randolph st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
C+
South Side Elementary School
715 s new st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
B
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+
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Getting around Champaign near 132 E University Ave
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 132 E University Ave, Champaign
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 132 E University Ave
AM-Ko Oriental Foods & Gifts
101 E Springfield Ave
County Market
331 E Stoughton St
Annapoorrna Store
505 S Neil St
Asian Supermarket
306 W Main St
Tienda Guatemala
408 N Race St
Joseph Kuhn & Co
33 E Main St
Circles Boutique
114 N Neil St
Weiskamp Screen Printing
312 S Neil St
Collegiate Marketing
519 E Green St
Gameday Spirit
519 E Green St
Flying Machine Coffee
202 S 1st St
Mad Goat Coffee Champaign Inc
57 E Main St
Caf Kopi
109 N Walnut St
Aroma Cafe
6 E Taylor St
Bearology
608 E University Ave
Lacey's Place
110 E University Ave
Pour Brothers Taproom
40 E University Ave
Esquire Lounge
106 N Walnut St
Blind Pig Co
120 N Walnut St
Twilight Lounge
120 N Walnut St
Flying Machine Coffee
202 S 1st St
Central Illinois Bakehouse
208 N 1st St
Suzugs Bakery
114 N Walnut St
Einstein Bros Bagels
901 W University Ave
Pekara Bakery & Bistro
811 W Springfield Ave
Flying Machine Coffee
202 S 1st St
Fiesta Cafe
216 S 1st St
Atomic Wings
622 E Green St
Maize Mexican Grill Inc
60 E Green St
McDonald's
4910 N Market Street
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