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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Close to shopping
  • Comfortable bedrooms

Location

1506 Philo Rd, Urbana, IL 61802, USA
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Management

JSJ Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(217) 352-5509

Property Overview

1506 Philo Road. Unit B offers spacious, comfortable bedrooms, convenient access to shopping, and strong nearby pet services. With an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, plus standout scores for price, amenities, and location, it appears to provide a solid mix of value and convenience.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1506 Philo Road. Unit B is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1506 Philo Road. Unit B 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqft$995 /mo1 unit availableThis updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom duplex offers both comfort and convenience just 1 mile from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Located near major transit lines, commuting around town is a breeze. Features Include: Bright, modern interior, Shared on-site coin-operated laundry, On-site parking included, Water included in rent, Prime location near campus and local amenities. Call us today to schedule a tour! JSJ property Management 302 W Springfield Ave

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Amenities for 1506 Philo Road. Unit B

Apartment Amenities

Vinyl FloorsWater

Appliances

FridgeOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundryShared Laundry
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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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HomeApartments in Urbana 1506 Philo Road. Unit B

This updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom duplex offers both comfort and convenience just 1 mile from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Located near major transit lines, commuting around town is a breeze. Features Include: Bright, modern interior, Shared on-site coin-operated laundry, On-site parking included, Water included in rent, Prime location near campus and local amenities. Call us today to schedule a tour! JSJ property Management 302 W Springfield Ave 217-352-5509 Equal Opportunity Housing


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1506 Philo Road. Unit B is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1506 Philo Road. Unit B 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 1506 Philo Road. Unit B
Price·9A 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.
1506 Philo Road. Unit B stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
1506 Philo Road. Unit B 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, 1506 Philo Road. Unit B 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.
1506 Philo Road. Unit B 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 1506 Philo Road. Unit B 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.
1506 Philo Road. Unit B 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.

1506 Philo Road. Unit B is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 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 1506 Philo Road. Unit B compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Urbana

1-bedroom apartments at 1506 Philo Road. Unit B cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Urbana.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Urbana
A table of studio rental data trends in Urbana
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$783
November 2024$755
December 2024$872
January 2025$809
February 2025$793
March 2025$769
April 2025$784
May 2025$803
June 2025$843
July 2025$739
August 2025$766
October 2025$907
November 2025$864
December 2025$807
January 2026$830
February 2026$831
March 2026$856
April 2026$870
May 2026$847
June 2026$845
July 2026$926
August 2026$900
September 2026$906

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near 1506 Philo Road. Unit B

Thomas Paine Elementary School

1801 james cherry dr

urbana, IL, 61802

K-5Public
C+

Urbana Early Childhood Center

2202 e washington st

urbana, IL, 61802

PKPublic

Thomasboro Grade School

201 n phillips st

thomasboro, IL, 61878

PK, K-8Public
C-

Gifford Grade School

po box 70

gifford, IL, 61847

K-8Public
B
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Getting around Urbana near 1506 Philo Rd

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1506 Philo Rd, Urbana

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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 1506 Philo Rd

Meijer
2500 Philo Rd
Common Ground Food Co-op
300 S Broadway Ave
Schnucks
200 N Vine St
Ashar African Market
510 N Cunningham Ave
Asian Supermarket
306 W Main St

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