Pacifica on Green
28 E Green St,
Champaign, IL 61820
$829 - $1,909 | 1-4 Beds
There's much more to Champaign's sister city of Urbana than you might think. It is a lively college town, home to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, it has a long and fascinating history, and it is family-friendly and beautiful. While it is usually tied to its next-door twin, Urbana stands out on its own -- Downtown Urbana is the city hub, home to Market at the Square, a farmers market that began in 1979. The historic downtown features historic architecture, bike lanes (and plenty of bike racks), sidewalk cafes, period lighting, and a wide variety of shops and restaurants.
In addition to the university, Urbana is home to the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, a research institute located on the university's campus. The neighborhood attracts those with children, thanks to its top-ranking schools, and it features beautiful parks, such as Crystal Lake Park and Meadowbrook Park. Historic Downtown Urbana is a terrific destination during its many festivals, which include the Boneyard Arts Festival, the Sweetcorn Festival, and the Pygmalion Festival.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Urbana, IL is $1,118 for a studio, $855 for one bedroom, $1,015 for two bedrooms, and $1,262 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Urbana has increased by 7.6% in the past year.
The cost of living in Urbana, IL is 8.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Urbana is 25.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $860 - $1,262. You can expect to pay 2.5% less for groceries, 2.6% less for utilities, and 2.1% less for transportation.
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Thomas Paine Elementary School
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.