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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 is a competitively priced home with an overall expert rating of 8/10, offering strong value for money and a standout 9/10 score for both amenities and location. Residents benefit from a modernized interior with vinyl plank flooring, an oversized living room, and a convenient setting near highly rated schools, public transit, and everyday essentials. The lively, walkable neighborhood—with numerous restaurants, parks, and recreation options—supports an active social life, and the detailed, transparent listing earns a solid trustworthiness rating of 8/10.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 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 Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1 Bed / 1 Bath1 bed1 bath500 sqft

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About 403 W Columbia Ave

HomeApartments in Champaign 403 W Columbia Ave

Located at 403 W Columbia Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USA, 403 W Columbia Ave has 1 bedroom units available.Other apartment buildings in or around Champaign include but are not limited to: XXXXXX, 412 W Church St


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 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 Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 403 W Columbia Ave
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.
403 W Columbia Ave 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 403 W Columbia Ave is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
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:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 108 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 17 parks and recreation options

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

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Champaign

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Champaign
A table of studio rental data trends in Champaign
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,148

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
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AM-Ko Oriental Foods & Gifts
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County Market
331 E Stoughton St
El Progreso
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Schnucks
109 N Mattis Ave

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