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Last updated on August 13, 2026
Average rent in
Champaign, IL
Average rent in
Last updated on August 13, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Champaign rent stands today
Champaign, IL rent rose 7.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,300/month. Renters today are paying $152 more per month on average than last year, extending a recovery that brings rent close to the peak of $1,410/month set in October 2024.
Compared to national trends
Champaign sits 32.5% more affordable than the $1,925/month national median, positioning it as a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city offers 184 total rentals and a relatively small inventory.
Price ranges
Studios in Champaign rent for about $970/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,100/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,250/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,550/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,700/month. Apartments make up 65.9% of rentals, while houses account for 29.6% of total rentals.
Median rent
Median rent in Champaign
$1,300/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Champaign is $1,300 per month as of August 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $625 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Champaign
184
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Champaign rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Champaign, IL
Average rent prices in Champaign have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Champaign, IL
Rent prices in Champaign vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Champaign is $1,175, whereas a house costs $1,650. 1-bedroom apartments in Champaign run $1,130 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,245.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $970 | 2% | 28% | |
1 bedroom | $1,100 |  2% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,250 | 4% | 12% | |
3 bedroom | $1,550 | 1% | 18% | |
4 bedroom | $1,700 | 11% | 16% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bolten Field | $1,480 | |
Boulder Ridge | $1,425 | |
Clark | $1,357 | |
Dobbins Downs | $1,220 | |
Garden Hills | $1,320 | |
Glenshire Commons | $1,674 | |
Parkland Ridge | $1,245 | |
Sawgrass | $1,495 | |
Southwood | $1,645 | |
Stratton | $1,550 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,175 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,600 | 5% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,650 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $944 | 2% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$970
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
28%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
12%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
18%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
16%
Parkland Ridge
Average rent
$1,245
Southwood
Average rent
$1,645
Garden Hills
Average rent
$1,320
Clark
Average rent
$1,357
Bolten Field
Average rent
$1,480
Boulder Ridge
Average rent
$1,425
Dobbins Downs
Average rent
$1,220
Sawgrass
Average rent
$1,495
Stratton
Average rent
$1,550
Glenshire Commons
Average rent
$1,674
Apartments
Average rent
$1,175
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
5%
Houses
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$944
Last 30 days
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Champaign, IL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Champaign, IL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Champaign and Bloomington by all bedroom counts and property types.
Champaign
32%lower than the national median
44%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Champaign, IL is 21% higher than the median rent in Bloomington, IL.
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Cost of living in Champaign, IL
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 1% higher |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 3% lower |
| Housing | 9% lower |
| Transportation | No difference |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
Discover rentals in Champaign, IL
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Champaign
301 N Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Champaign
4010 Clubhouse Dr, Champaign, IL 61822
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,250
House for rent
Available Jun 4
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Champaign
108 S 5th St #2, Champaign, IL 61820
4 beds
4.5 baths
$4,100
House for rent
Available Aug 14
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Champaign
108 S 5th St #1, Champaign, IL 61820
4 beds
4.5 baths
$4,100
House for rent
Available Aug 14
7h ago
1915 S Mattis Ave, Champaign, IL 61821
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,425–$2,099
Apartment for rent
19h ago
132 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
4 beds
4 baths
$825
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2002 W Bradley Ave, Champaign, IL 61821
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,244–$1,595
Apartment for rent
3d ago
302 E Clark St, Champaign, IL 61820
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550–$1,750
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
410 401- 410 Ginger Bend Dr., Champaign, IL 61822
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,240–$1,580
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1500 W Anthony Dr, Champaign, IL 61821
1 bed
1 bath
$760–$890
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
Pomona Dr, Champaign, IL 61822
3 beds
2 baths
$1,475
House for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Champaign
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2002 W Bradley Ave, Champaign, IL 61821
3 beds
3 baths
$1,595
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Champaign, IL
Quick answers to common questions about the Champaign rental market.
How much is rent in Champaign?
The average rent in Champaign is $1,300 per month as of August 8, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Champaign?
Average rent prices in Champaign have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
How does Champaign rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Champaign is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $625 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Champaign?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Champaign are Dobbins Downs ($1,220/mo), Parkland Ridge ($1,245/mo), and Garden Hills ($1,320/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Champaign?
To comfortably afford rent in Champaign, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Champaign?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Champaign average around $1,280/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,240/month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).