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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Cozy unit
- Pet-friendly
Location
501 S Elm St, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
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Property Overview
501 S Elm St receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, highlighting its excellent value for price and impressive amenities, with scores of 9 for both. The property features on-site laundry, a cozy unit, and is pet-friendly, while its location offers exceptional access to schools, parks, and public transport, making it ideal for social life and environmentally conscious living. With a trustworthiness rating of 7, it provides transparency about expectations for renters.
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
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $835 /mo | 1 unit available | Available August 2026! Spacious two bedroom unit in a beautiful neighborhood in Champaign, IL. This unit features a private fenced in backyard, hardwood floors and gas stove. Call us today to schedule a tour! JSJ Property Management 302 W. Springfield Ave Champaign, IL 61820 |
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Amenities for 501 S Elm St
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | Trash |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Oven |
| Refrigerator | Stove and Oven |
Building
| Sewer |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Outdoor Space |
| Yard |
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
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 7 |
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About 501 S Elm St
Available August 2026! Spacious two bedroom unit in a beautiful neighborhood in Champaign, IL. This unit features a private fenced in backyard, hardwood floors and gas stove. Call us today to schedule a tour! JSJ Property Management 302 W. Springfield Ave Champaign, IL 61820
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 501 S Elm St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 501 S Elm St 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·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.
501 S Elm St 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.
501 S Elm St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including fenced yard. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 501 S Elm St 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.
501 S Elm St 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 501 S Elm St 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.
501 S Elm St 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.
501 S Elm St 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 501 S Elm St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-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 0.2 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 114 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
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Rent trends in Champaign
2-bedroom apartments at 501 S Elm St cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Champaign.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Champaign
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $884 |
| March 2024 | $855 |
| April 2024 | $850 |
| 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 | $1,000 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 501 S Elm St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$33,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $835.
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Schools near 501 S Elm St
South Side Elementary School
715 s new st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
B
Dr. Howard Elementary School
110 n james
champaign, IL, 61821
K-5Public
B+
Westview Elementary School
703 s russell st
champaign, IL, 61821
K-5Public
C+
Stratton Elementary School
902 n randolph st
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
C+
Bottenfield Elementary School
1801 s prospect ave
champaign, IL, 61820
K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Champaign near 501 S Elm St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
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 501 S Elm St, Champaign
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' 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 5-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 501 S Elm St
Annapoorrna Store
505 S Neil St
AM-Ko Oriental Foods & Gifts
101 E Springfield Ave
County Market
331 E Stoughton St
Green Onion Asian Market
2020 S Neil St
Schnucks
109 N Mattis Ave
Weiskamp Screen Printing
312 S Neil St
Circles Boutique
114 N Neil St
Joseph Kuhn & Co
33 E Main St
The Social Butterfly Boutique
1401 S State St
Bella Mia Boutique
1422 S Neil St
Dunkin'
515 S Neil St
Caf Kopi
109 N Walnut St
Aroma Cafe
6 E Taylor St
Flying Machine Coffee
202 S 1st St
Mad Goat Coffee Champaign Inc
57 E Main St
Dotty's
12 E Green St
Tumble Inn Tavern
302 S Neil St
Green Street Cafe
35 E Green St
Libby's Lounge Slots & Video Poker
905 S Neil St
Quality Beer Inc
110 N Neil St
Pekara Bakery & Bistro
811 W Springfield Ave
Suzugs Bakery
114 N Walnut St
Flying Machine Coffee
202 S 1st St
Central Illinois Bakehouse
208 N 1st St
Belicious Bakery
1210 W Park Ave
Golden Habor
505 S Neil St
Robeson's Inc
201 S State St
Baskin-Robbins
515 S Neil St
Dunkin'
515 S Neil St
Tasty Tart
405 S Neil St
Edison Middle School
Grey, Pink, Lavender, Pink, Lavender, Yellow, Green, Brown, Grey
Springfield / Prairie (SW Corner)
Brown, Green, Green, Grey
Edison Middle School
Yellow, Pink, Brown
Springfield / Lynn (NE Corner)
Green, Green
Springfield / Prairie (NE Corner)
Green, Green
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