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Last updated on November 12, 2026
Average rent in
Urbana, IL
Average rent in
Last updated on November 12, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Urbana rent stands today
Urbana, IL rent rose 9.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,150/month. Renters today are paying $100 more per month on average than last year, with rents sitting just 4.2% below the peak of $1,200/month reached in July 2026.
Compared to national trends
Urbana is 39.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median. The city offers 125 total rentals, mostly apartments, across a range of unit types.
Price ranges
Studios in Urbana rent for $751/month, 1-bedrooms for $925/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,150/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,540 and 4+ bedrooms at $1,895. Apartments make up nearly 70% of rentals, with houses renting for a median of $1,700/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Urbana
$1,150/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in Urbana is $1,150 per month as of November 2026. This is 39% below the national average rent, or $750 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Urbana
125
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Urbana rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Urbana, IL
Average rent prices in Urbana have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 10% 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
Urbana, IL
Rent prices in Urbana vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Urbana is $1,049, whereas a house costs $1,700. 1-bedroom apartments in Urbana run $919 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,150.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $751 |  12% | 14% | |
1 bedroom | $925 | No Change | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,150 | No Change | 16% | |
3 bedroom | $1,540 | 3% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $1,895 | 11% | 3% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Urbana, IL.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,049 | No Change | 11% | |
Condos | $1,795 | No Change | - | |
Houses | $1,700 | 7% | 15% |
Studio
Average rent
$751
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
14%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$925
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last year
16%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,540
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,895
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
3%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Urbana, IL.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,049
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
11%
Condos
Average rent
$1,795
Houses
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
15%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Urbana, 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 Urbana, IL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Urbana and Bloomington by all bedroom counts and property types.
Urbana
39%lower than the national median
43%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Urbana, IL is 6% higher than the median rent in Bloomington, IL.
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Cost of living in Urbana, IL
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 1% higher |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 2% lower |
| Housing | 9% lower |
| Transportation | 1% lower |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
Discover rentals in Urbana, IL
5d+ ago
506 W Elm St, Urbana, IL 61801
2–3 beds
1 bath
$375–$430
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
905 W Oregon St, Urbana, IL 61801
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$399–$1,167
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
23h ago
105 N Busey Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$409–$599
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
23h ago
104 N Lincoln Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
3–4 beds
1–2 baths
$429–$469
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Urbana
1004 E Sunnycrest Dr #NA, Urbana, IL 61801
4 beds
3 baths
$2,900
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Urbana
3 beds
2 baths
$2,625
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Urbana
3 beds
2 baths
$2,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Urbana
1004 S Busey Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
3 beds
1 bath
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 2
50m ago
704 E Colorado Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Apartment for rent in Urbana
3202 Chatham Dr - 3202 Chatham Dr #A, Urbana, IL 61802
3 beds
3 baths
$1,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 20
6h ago
905 Springfield Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,450–$1,845
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
707 Springfield Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,500–$1,895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1901 N Lincoln Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
2–4 beds
2–4 baths
$515–$660
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1905 N Cunningham Ave, Urbana, IL 61802
2 beds
2 baths
$1,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2h ago
1102 E Colorado Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$1,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
501 S Race St, Urbana, IL 61801
1 bed
1 bath
$805
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
406 E Elm St, Urbana, IL 61802
1 bed
1 bath
$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
1306 Silver St, Urbana, IL 61801
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Urbana, IL
Quick answers to common questions about the Urbana rental market.
How much is rent in Urbana?
The average rent in Urbana is $1,150 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Urbana?
Average rent prices in Urbana have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
How does Urbana rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Urbana is 39% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $750 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Urbana?
To comfortably afford rent in Urbana, you'd need to earn approximately $46,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Urbana?
January offers the best rental deals in Urbana, with rents running about 29% lower than September's peak prices. If you're flexible with timing, searching during winter months can result in significant savings compared to the fall rental season.
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).