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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Modern convenience
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Unique architectural details

Location

302 S Prairie St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
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Management

Core 3 Residential Real Estate, LLC

Leasing office

(309) 485-5971

Property Overview

302 S. Prairie offers strong overall value with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, high marks for amenities and location, and a competitive price point that aligns well with its features. It combines a prime location, modern convenience, onsite laundry, and unique architectural details, and is noted for its appeal to social life and work-from-home lifestyles thanks to nearby parks, dining, cultural venues, natural light, coworking options, and included utilities.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 302 S. Prairie is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 302 S. Prairie 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

  • High school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath700 sqft$895 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to your charming urban retreat! This cute 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment exudes character and warmth while offering modern comforts for easy living. Enjoy the convenience of not one, but two private entrances, providing you with added privacy and flexibility. Situated as the upper unit, you'll relish the peace and quiet with no upstairs neighbors, allowing you to enjoy your space without disturbances. The old home character shines through with unique architectural details, while the modern feel ensures comfort and functionality for today's lifestyle. Bask in the beautiful natural light that fills the apartment, creating a welcoming and inviting atmosphere throughout. Plus, with onsite laundry facilities, you'll never have to worry about trekking to the laundromat again, adding convenience to your daily routine. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this charming 1-bedroom apartment your new urban sanctuary. Experience the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern convenience in a prime location. Schedule a viewing today and make this apartment your new home sweet home!

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Amenities for 302 S. Prairie

Apartment Amenities

Private EntryWater Included In Rent

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

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About 302 S. Prairie

HomeApartments in Bloomington 302 S. Prairie

Welcome to your charming urban retreat! This cute 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment exudes character and warmth while offering modern comforts for easy living. Enjoy the convenience of not one, but two private entrances, providing you with added privacy and flexibility. Situated as the upper unit, you'll relish the peace and quiet with no upstairs neighbors, allowing you to enjoy your space without disturbances. The old home character shines through with unique architectural details, while the modern feel ensures comfort and functionality for today's lifestyle. Bask in the beautiful natural light that fills the apartment, creating a welcoming and inviting atmosphere throughout. Plus, with onsite laundry facilities, you'll never have to worry about trekking to the laundromat again, adding convenience to your daily routine. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this charming 1-bedroom apartment your new urban sanctuary. Experience the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern convenience in a prime location. Schedule a viewing today and make this apartment your new home sweet home!


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 302 S. Prairie is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 302 S. Prairie 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 302 S. Prairie
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.
302 S. Prairie 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.
302 S. Prairie goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including off-street parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 302 S. Prairie 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.
302 S. Prairie 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 302 S. Prairie does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

302 S. Prairie is great for:

Social life

  • 56 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 20 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 54 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • Area has 8 parks and recreation options

Work-from-home

  • 2 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent

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 302 S. Prairie compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 miles away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

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Rent trends in Bloomington

1-bedroom apartments at 302 S. Prairie cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Bloomington.

Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Bloomington
A table of studio rental data trends in Bloomington
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$943
December 2024$958
January 2025$939
February 2025$861
March 2025$877
April 2025$787
May 2025$774
June 2025$749
July 2025$714
August 2025$745
September 2025$725
October 2025$731
November 2025$804
December 2025$843
January 2026$860
February 2026$822
March 2026$858
April 2026$939
May 2026$807
June 2026$785
July 2026$799
August 2026$799
September 2026$750

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 302 S Prairie St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-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

$35,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near 302 S. Prairie

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

Sheridan Elementary School

1403 w walnut st

bloomington, IL, 61701

K-5Public
C

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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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Bloomington near 302 S Prairie St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 302 S Prairie St, Bloomington

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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