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Sunny house 2 blocks from UIUC campus

Urbana, Illinois, United States
Rates from USD $2200 | Monthly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From December 1, 2026 until July 15, 2027

Description

This south-facing 2-story, 1.5 bath home is located 2 blocks from the University of Illinois campus, 3 blocks from Carle Park, and walking distance to downtown Urbana. The home has 4 bedrooms upstairs (which includes one bedroom with a large desk and bookshelves that can be used as an office) and a nice sun room downstairs with office space and TV lounge. The full bath has a cast iron tub and a spacious storage cabinet. The house is completely furnished and the kitchen is fully equipped. A washer and dryer are located in the basement. There is off street parking for 2 or more cars and a detached garage with 2 bicycles that can be used by the tenants. The front porch is a very pleasant place to soak in the sun and chat with friends and neighbors. There is a back deck with a table that seats 6 and a fenced in backyard.

Bedrooms
4

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
1,600 ft2

Suited For
5

Property Type
House

Availability

From December 1, 2026 until July 15, 2027

Minimum Stay

3 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Start & end dates are flexible.

Location

House in Urbana, Illinois, United States

Closest University

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Nearby Universities
Millikin University | Parkland College | Illinois State University | Eastern Illinois University
Neighborhood

West Urbana

Nearby Cities

Champaign

Comments: 5 min. walk to UIUC campus; 20 min. walk to campustown, or to downtown Urbana w/ public library, bars, restaurants, cafes, specialty foods store, Common Ground Food Coop, farmer’s market; 10 min. drive to downtown Champaign. Leal school district.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $2200 Monthly | Negotiable

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: High-speed internet & TV subject to discussion.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Ask about smoking in the home

A car is not available

Comments: No smoking in house, but allowed outside.

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with mail and deliveries

Rent can be reduced if you like to help with mowing, raking, snow removal.

I may need help with plants or garden

Feel free to plant herbs or whatever in the garden!

Comments: Rent can be reduced if you like to help with mowing, raking, snow removal.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Pleasant front porch & back deck with furniture. Fenced back yard with small vegetable garden & flowers. Off street parking for 2 or more cars, street parking permits available.

Reviews

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (22)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (22)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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