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Highlights
- Sunroom
- Convenient location
- Comfortable floor plan
Location
701 S Center St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA|South Hill
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Property Overview
701 S. Center combines a strong overall score with standout value, amenities, and location, while also offering a transparent listing. It features a sunroom, a convenient location, and a comfortable floor plan, with nearby parks, transit, restaurants, and walkable access adding to its appeal.
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
High school nearby- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $995 /mo | 1 unit available | Discover the charm of this spacious 2-bedroom apartment located in the upper level of a well-maintained home! Enjoy the privacy of your own entrance, relax in the bright and inviting sunroom, and take advantage of convenient off-street parking. Inside, you'll find an abundance of natural light, generous storage throughout, and a comfortable floor plan that feels like home. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this unique apartment offers the perfect blend of character and functionality. Schedule your tour today—this one won't last long! |
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Amenities for 701 S. Center
Apartment Amenities
| Tenant Pays Electric | Tenant Pays Gas |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Other
| Tenant Pays Water |
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
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 701 S. Center
Discover the charm of this spacious 2-bedroom apartment located in the upper level of a well-maintained home! Enjoy the privacy of your own entrance, relax in the bright and inviting sunroom, and take advantage of convenient off-street parking. Inside, you'll find an abundance of natural light, generous storage throughout, and a comfortable floor plan that feels like home. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this unique apartment offers the perfect blend of character and functionality. Schedule your tour today—this one won't last long!
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 701 S. Center is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 701 S. Center has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
701 S. Center 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.
701 S. Center goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including tenant pays water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 701 S. Center 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.
701 S. Center 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 701 S. Center 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.
701 S. Center 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.
701 S. Center 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 701 S. Center compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in South Hill
2-bedroom apartments at 701 S. Center cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Hill.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
South Hill
Bloomington
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,175 |
| October 2024 | $1,156 |
| November 2024 | $1,142 |
| December 2024 | $1,077 |
| January 2025 | $1,099 |
| February 2025 | $1,105 |
| March 2025 | $1,176 |
| April 2025 | $1,174 |
| May 2025 | $1,146 |
| June 2025 | $1,192 |
| July 2025 | $1,147 |
| August 2025 | $1,131 |
| September 2025 | $1,124 |
| October 2025 | $1,084 |
| November 2025 | $1,137 |
| December 2025 | $1,150 |
| January 2026 | $1,132 |
| February 2026 | $1,119 |
| March 2026 | $1,120 |
| April 2026 | $1,181 |
| May 2026 | $1,170 |
| June 2026 | $1,148 |
| July 2026 | $1,149 |
| August 2026 | $1,147 |
| September 2026 | $1,111 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,295 |
| December 2024 | $995 |
| May 2025 | $960 |
| August 2026 | $1,150 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 701 S Center St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$39,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near 701 S. Center
Irving Elementary School
602 w jackson st
bloomington, IL, 61701
K-5Public
C
Scott Early Learning Center
1119 e taylor st
bloomington, IL, 61701
PKPublic
Sarah E. Raymond School of Early Education
1402 w olive st
bloomington, IL, 61701
PKPublic
Thomas Metcalf School
isu campus box 7000
normal, IL, 61790
PK, K-8Public
A+
Congerville Elementary School
310 e kauffman st
congerville, IL, 61729
K-4Public
A
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Getting around Bloomington near 701 S Center St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 701 S Center St, Bloomington
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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