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Highlights

  • Modern amenities
  • Modern bathroom
  • Spacious living area
  • Furnished unit
  • Utilities included
  • Cozy studio apartment

Location

502 W Elm St, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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Property Overview

502 W. Elm delivers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.6/10, including perfect pricing and top-tier scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. The furnished, cozy studio layout features modern finishes, a spacious living area, updated bathroom, and utilities included, making everyday living convenient and comfortable. With high-speed internet, nearby coworking options, and an exceptionally vibrant neighborhood full of dining, culture, and entertainment, it supports both productive work-from-home days and an active social life.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 502 W. Elm is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 502 W. Elm has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bathSmall, cheap, fully furnished, all utilities included, wifi included... These are micro vintage studios. Small but fully functional apartments if you want to save on rent. Vintage vibes abound for this super cute studio at 502 West Elm. You have zero additional expenses with this apartment other than rent. Heart of West Urbana, beautiful hardwood floors, many large windows, tall ceilings, super cute kitchens, original stain glass window features, a cute look and feel to each unit we have left. Perfect apartment for one person wanting to save money. Enjoy the simplicity of having all your furnishings, utilities, and wifi included in the price. Onsite bike parking. Free street parking on both cross streets. One block from West green street. half a block from West Springfield. 3 blocks to campus and two blocks to downtown Urbana. Cat friendly Onsite coin operated washer/dryer. Sublease term: 08/01/2026 - 08/09/2027

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Amenities for 502 W. Elm

Apartment Amenities

Dining Table and ChairsGas
Love SeatTrash
Utilities IncludedWater

Appliances

Electric

Tech

Internet

Building

Cats OKSewer
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

Allowed
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units10
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About 502 W. Elm

HomeApartments in Urbana 502 W. Elm

- Small, cheap, fully furnished, all utilities included, wifi included... These are micro vintage studios. Small but fully functional apartments if you want to save on rent. Vintage vibes abound for this super cute studio at 502 West Elm. You have zero additional expenses with this apartment other than rent. Heart of West Urbana, beautiful hardwood floors, many large windows, tall ceilings, super cute kitchens, original stain glass window features, a cute look and feel to each unit we have left. Perfect apartment for one person wanting to save money. Enjoy the simplicity of having all your furnishings, utilities, and wifi included in the price. Onsite bike parking. Free street parking on both cross streets. One block from West green street. half a block from West Springfield. 3 blocks to campus and two blocks to downtown Urbana. Cat friendly Onsite coin operated washer/dryer. Sublease term: 08/01/2026 - 08/09/2027


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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 502 W. Elm is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 502 W. Elm 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 502 W. Elm
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.
502 W. Elm 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.
502 W. Elm goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 502 W. Elm 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.
502 W. Elm 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 502 W. Elm 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.
502 W. Elm 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.

502 W. Elm is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

Social life

  • 176 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 36 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 17 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 502 W. Elm compares to other nearby properties.

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Rent trends in Urbana

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Urbana
A table of studio rental data trends in Urbana
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$702
August 2024$801
September 2024$828
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

Schools near 502 W. Elm

Leal Elementary School

312 w oregon st

urbana, IL, 61801

K-5Public
B-

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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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Urbana near 502 W Elm St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 502 W Elm St, Urbana

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Some 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

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 502 W Elm St

Asian Supermarket
306 W Main St
Common Ground Food Co-op
300 S Broadway Ave
Tienda Guatemala
408 N Race St
Schnucks
200 N Vine St
Best of Africa Food Store LLC
202 E University Ave

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