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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Central location
  • Quartz countertops
  • Gourmet kitchens
  • Oversized windows
  • Modern lifestyle
  • Open living spaces

Location

1 Uptown Cir, Normal, IL 61761, USA|Downtown Normal
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Management

Tartan Realty Group Inc

Leasing office

(309) 807-5186 ext. 2

Property Overview

One Uptown offers a strong blend of convenience, amenities, and lifestyle appeal, with a 7.4 expert rating, a top-tier amenities score, and a highly rated location. Notable features include central access, quartz countertops, gourmet kitchens, oversized windows, and open living spaces, while nearby grocery, school, and cultural options add to its everyday practicality and social energy.

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

7.4
Very Good
One Uptown 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.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath866+ sqft$1,900–$2,500 /mo2 units availableOne Uptown on the Circle is centrally located in the heart of Uptown Normal. Steps from dining, shopping, Amtrak’s high-speed rail line, the Constitution bike trail, public greenways and year-round festivals, One Uptown on the Circle is in the middle of it all. One Uptown features 21 residences to accommodate a modern lifestyle with open living and entertainment spaces, gourmet kitchens, oversized windows and refined bathrooms. Amenities include GE and Bosch stainless steel appliances, Whirlpool full sized washer and dryers, Quartz countertops and Florense cabinets and vanities. NOW LEASING for immediate JULY 1ST MOVE-IN.
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,264+ sqft$2,850–$3,000 /mo3 units availableOne Uptown on the Circle is centrally located in the heart of Uptown Normal. Steps from dining, shopping, Amtrak’s high-speed rail line, the Constitution bike trail, public greenways and year-round festivals, One Uptown on the Circle is in the middle of it all. One Uptown features 21 residences to accommodate a modern lifestyle with open living and entertainment spaces, gourmet kitchens, oversized windows and refined bathrooms. Amenities include GE and Bosch stainless steel appliances, Whirlpool full sized washer and dryers, Quartz countertops and Florense cabinets and vanities. CONTACT US FOR FLEXIBLE MOVE-IN DATE!!
3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath2,182 sqft$4,500 /mo1 unit availableOne Uptown on the Circle is centrally located in the heart of Uptown Normal. Steps from dining, shopping, Amtrak’s high-speed rail line, the Constitution bike trail, public greenways and year-round festivals, One Uptown on the Circle is in the middle of it all. One Uptown features 21 residences to accommodate a modern lifestyle with open living and entertainment spaces, gourmet kitchens, oversized windows and refined bathrooms. Amenities include GE and Bosch stainless steel appliances, Whirlpool full sized washer and dryers, Quartz countertops and Florense cabinets and vanities. NOW LEASING for June 1st Move-In.

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Amenities for One Uptown

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorPrivate Outdoor Terrace
Quartz Countertops

Appliances

Bosch Stainless Steel AppliancesFull Size Whirlpool Washer and Dryer
GE Stainless Steel AppliancesIn-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Swimming Pool
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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
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About One Uptown

HomeApartments in Normal One Uptown

One Uptown on the Circle is centrally located in the heart of Uptown Normal. Steps from dining, shopping, Amtrak’s high-speed rail line, the Constitution bike trail, public greenways and year-round festivals, One Uptown on the Circle is in the middle of it all. One Uptown features 21 residences to accommodate a modern lifestyle with open living and entertainment spaces, gourmet kitchens, oversized windows and refined bathrooms. Amenities include GE and Bosch stainless steel appliances, Whirlpool full sized washer and dryers, Quartz countertops and Florense cabinets and vanities. CONTACT US FOR FLEXIBLE MOVE-IN DATE!!


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.
7.4
/10
Very Good
One Uptown 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.
How we rated One Uptown
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 One Uptown 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·10A 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.
One Uptown stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
One Uptown 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust One Uptown to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
One Uptown 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.

One Uptown is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Social life

  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 20 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 35 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 One Uptown compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 519 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 3-bedroom is 342 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Downtown Normal

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 96% higher than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Normal.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at One Uptown to be 10% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Normal.

3-bedroom apartments at One Uptown cost about 481% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Downtown Normal.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Downtown Normal
Normal
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Normal
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$895
July 2024$896
August 2024$882
September 2024$941
October 2024$1,036
November 2024$993
December 2024$947
January 2025$950
February 2025$931
March 2025$960
April 2025$964
May 2025$931
June 2025$928
July 2025$972
August 2025$1,009
September 2025$1,084
October 2025$1,139
November 2025$988
December 2025$958
January 2026$969
February 2026$962
March 2026$936
April 2026$944
May 2026$943
June 2026$949
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Normal
MonthMedian Rent
November 2014$680
December 2014$680
January 2015$680
February 2015$680
March 2015$680
April 2015$680
May 2015$674
June 2015$653
October 2015$760
November 2015$743
December 2015$792
January 2016$825
February 2016$825
August 2016$815
September 2016$878
October 2016$900
November 2016$900
December 2016$912
January 2017$915
February 2017$915
March 2017$922
April 2017$925
May 2017$925
July 2017$925
September 2017$931
October 2017$976
November 2017$981
December 2017$982
January 2018$975
February 2018$1,481
March 2018$1,276
April 2018$721
May 2018$1,429
June 2018$1,119
July 2018$765
September 2018$715
October 2018$727
November 2018$1,003
January 2019$715
February 2019$715
March 2019$715
April 2019$721
May 2019$842
June 2019$970

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$76,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,900.
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Schools near One Uptown

Glenn Elementary School

306 glenn ave

normal, IL, 61761

K-5Public
B+

Thomas Metcalf School

isu campus box 7000

normal, IL, 61790

PK, K-8Public
A+

Scott Early Learning Center

1119 e taylor st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Brigham Elementary School

201 brigham school rd

bloomington, IL, 61704

PKPublic

Congerville Elementary School

310 e kauffman st

congerville, IL, 61729

K-4Public
A
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Getting around Normal near 1 Uptown Cir

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1 Uptown Cir, Normal

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of 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

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 1 Uptown Cir

Kroger
1502 N Main St
College Hills Meat Shop
1522 E College Ave
RK Grocery
106 Young Dr
Shoppes at College Hills
314 S Towanda Ave
Kroger
1550 E College Ave

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