• Primary Photo - Historic, Character-Rich House - 3 Bed, 3 Bath (2 Full, 2 Half)
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    Building Photo - Historic, Character-Rich House - 3 Bed, 3 Bath (2 Full, 2 Half)
  • Building Photo - Historic, Character-Rich House - 3 Bed, 3 Bath (2 Full, 2 Half)
    Building Photo - Historic, Character-Rich House - 3 Bed, 3 Bath (2 Full, 2 Half)
$3,500 / Month

503 S State St

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Champaign, IL 61820

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  • Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • Square Feet

    4,200 sq ft

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    Available Jun 1

503 S State St
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About This Home

Available Jun 1

Step into a one-of-a-kind historic residence at 503 South State Street, where classic architectural beauty meets modern comfort. This thoughtfully restored home showcases its original charm while offering the updates and conveniences today’s renters appreciate. Spanning three full stories plus a unique cupola lookout tower, the home is filled with natural light and rich in character throughout. The third floor offers a stunning and versatile space complete with a large recreation, media, or family room and a full bathroom—perfect for entertaining, working from home, or creating a private retreat. The property features four generously sized bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, all tastefully updated to complement the home’s historic design. A rare four-car garage with EV charging adds exceptional convenience, while the expansive fenced yard provides multiple outdoor living options, including beautifully maintained gardens, a deck, porch, and patio—ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. Located in one of Champaign’s most sought-after historic neighborhoods, this home offers a unique opportunity to enjoy timeless elegance, modern amenities, and a prime in-town location. To schedule a tour of this magnificent home, please follow the link below: To proceed with the rental of this unit, it is necessary for you to have an income that is at least three times the monthly rent. For instance, if the monthly rent is $3,500, your verifiable income should be $10,500 per month to meet the qualification criteria. We require a 700+ credit score to qualify for this home. We eagerly await your response and look forward to hearing from you!

503 S State St is a house located in Champaign County and the 61820 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Champaign Community Unit School District 4 attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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Neighborhood

Adjacent to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and directly west of Midtown, Downtown Champaign is the busy heart of this energetic college town. It is home to the Virginia Theatre, the Orpheum Children's Museum, and the Art Theater. With terrific shops, restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife, Downtown Champaign always has something happening. Local hotspots include the Black Dog Smoke & Ale House and the Blind Pig Brewery.

During the summer (May to October), residents head to the Land Connection Champaign Farmers' Market. College football fans head to Zuppke Field at Memorial Stadium to cheer on the Fighting Illini. Year-round events provide even more to do and include the Street Fest, the Pygmalion Music Festival, Taste of Champaign-Urbana, and the Boneyard Arts Festival.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of Illinois
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Parkland College
Drive: 10 min 3.9 mi
503 S State St is within 4 minutes or 1.5 miles from University of Illinois. It is also near Parkland College.
Schools
South Side Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
303 Students
Attendance Zone
Stratton Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
451 Students
Attendance Zone
Unity East
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
240 Students
Nearby
Franklin Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
655 Students
Attendance Zone
Edison Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
640 Students
Attendance Zone
Central High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,596 Students
Attendance Zone
Holy Cross Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
213 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

503 S State St is near University of Illinois/Willard, located 8.2 miles or 22 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Champaign-Urbana
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Rantoul Amtrak
Drive: 24 min 16.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
University of Illinois/Willard
 Drive: 22 min 8.2 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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97 / 100

Traffic

Calm

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 503 S State St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Parkhill Plaza
Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
Whiteline Market
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
The Academy Campustown
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
503 S State St has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Orpheum Children's Science Museum
 Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Anita Purves Nature Center
 Drive: 7 min 2.2 mi
University of Illinois Arboretum
 Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Staerkel Planetarium
 Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Meadowbrook Park and Interpretive Center
 Drive: 10 min 4.6 mi
503 S State St has 5 parks within 4.6 miles, including Orpheum Children's Science Museum, Anita Purves Nature Center, and University of Illinois Arboretum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
The Pavilion Foundation
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
The Carle Foundation Hospital
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
503 S State St has 3 hospitals within 2.3 miles, the nearest is The Pavilion Foundation which is 1.0 mile away and a 18 minute walk.

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