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Highlights
- Conveniently located
- Vinyl plank flooring
- Modernized kitchen
- Oversized living room
Location
403 W Columbia Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
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Property Overview
403 W Columbia Ave receives a strong overall rating of 8 out of 10 from Zumper, highlighting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities. With a location rating of 9 out of 10, residents enjoy close proximity to schools, public transport, and a vibrant social scene featuring numerous parks and dining options. Trustworthiness is also emphasized, providing a clear, transparent overview of the property and its management, ensuring renters can make informed decisions.
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
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Dishwasher
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1 bed | 1 bath | 550 sqft | $895 /mo | 1 unit available | Spacious 1 Bed / 1 Bath Near Downtown Champaign! Available August 19th! This updated unit features an oversized living room and a modernized kitchen, perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. Enjoy stylish grey paint tones throughout and vinyl plank flooring that gives the space a fresh, contemporary feel. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Champaign. Call today to schedule your showing! JSJ Property Management 302 W. Springfield Ave. Champaign, IL 61820 217-352-5509 Equal Housing Opportunity |
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Amenities for 403 W Columbia Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Kitchen Storage | Vinyl Floors |
| Walk-In Shower |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Microwave |
| Stove and Oven |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
Services
| Lawn Care |
Neighborhood
| Downtown |
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 | 4 |
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About 403 W Columbia Ave
Spacious 1 Bed / 1 Bath Near Downtown Champaign! Available August 19th! This updated unit features an oversized living room and a modernized kitchen, perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. Enjoy stylish grey paint tones throughout and vinyl plank flooring that gives the space a fresh, contemporary feel. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Champaign. Call today to schedule your showing! JSJ Property Management 302 W. Springfield Ave. Champaign, IL 61820 217-352-5509 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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 403 W Columbia Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 403 W Columbia Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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, 403 W Columbia Ave 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.
403 W Columbia Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including downtown. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 403 W Columbia Ave 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.
403 W Columbia Ave 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 403 W Columbia Ave 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.
403 W Columbia Ave 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 403 W Columbia Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
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Rent trends in Champaign
1-bedroom apartments at 403 W Columbia Ave cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Champaign.
Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Champaign
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,091 |
| December 2025 | $1,149 |
| January 2026 | $998 |
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Can I afford to live at 403 W Columbia Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$35,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near 403 W Columbia Ave
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+
South Side Elementary School
715 s new st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
B
Washington Elementary School
606 e grove st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
B
Westview Elementary School
703 s russell st
champaign, IL, 61821
K-5Public
C+
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Champaign near 403 W Columbia Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 403 W Columbia Ave, Champaign
Groceries
4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 403 W Columbia Ave
Annapoorrna Store
505 S Neil St
AM-Ko Oriental Foods & Gifts
101 E Springfield Ave
County Market
331 E Stoughton St
El Progreso
1017 1/2 W Bloomington Rd
Sam's Club
915 W Marketview Dr
Circles Boutique
114 N Neil St
Joseph Kuhn & Co
33 E Main St
Weiskamp Screen Printing
312 S Neil St
Active Wear
1505 N Prospect Ave
Collegiate Marketing
519 E Green St
Aroma Cafe
6 E Taylor St
Caf Kopi
109 N Walnut St
Mad Goat Coffee Champaign Inc
57 E Main St
Flying Machine Coffee
202 S 1st St
Dunkin'
515 S Neil St
Bentley's Pub
419 N Neil St
Punch!
217 N Neil St
Collective Pour
340 N Neil St
Kohinoor Indian Restaurant & Lounge
6 E Columbia Ave
Big Grove Tavern
1 E Main St
Suzugs Bakery
114 N Walnut St
Central Illinois Bakehouse
208 N 1st St
Flying Machine Coffee
202 S 1st St
Pekara Bakery & Bistro
811 W Springfield Ave
Belicious Bakery
1210 W Park Ave
Himalayan Chimney
134 W Church St
La Baha Grill
132 W Church St
Bentley's Pub
419 N Neil St
Peking Garden
206 N Randolph St
Sticky Rice
415 N Neil St
State / Washington (NW Corner)
Brown, Lavender, Grey
State / Hill (NW Corner)
Lavender, Brown, Grey
State / Columbia (NW Corner)
Lavender, Brown, Grey, Yellow
Church / Prairie (NE Corner)
Orange, Grey, Lavender
Church / State (NE Corner)
Orange, Grey, Lavender
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