The Peer is a luxury student housing in Champaign, located at 605 S 4th St, 61820. There are many fully furnished 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with in-unit laundry, fiber internet, study lounges, secure entry, and a modern fitness center. The location of 605 S 4th St, just off Green Street makes it especially popular among students, and it is only an 11-minute stroll from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The convenient place at The Peer UIUC is also close to plenty of restaurants, grocery stores, and campus bus routes.
Property Features at The Peer
605 South 4th Street offers a modern vibe, with stylish plank flooring and floor-to-ceiling windows. There are diverse 1- and 2-bedroom apartments, each move-in ready with furniture and a Smart TV already set up. Most of the 2-bedroom flats give you your own private bathroom, with a washer and dryer right in the unit, so you can skip the laundry room trips.
For those busy weeks, you’ve got dedicated study zones and an on-site gym right downstairs, plus secure parking to keep things easy. Residents at The Peer UIUC also have access to secure package rooms, covered or off-street parking, fitness facilities, and quiet study spaces designed for academic life. In addition, the secure key-fob entry, package management rooms, elevator access, high-speed fiber internet, and maintenance services help create a more convenient day-to-day living environment for UIUC students.
Distance to Universities
Students living at 605 South 4th Street can quickly reach many of UIUC’s main academic and student activity areas on foot.
The Grainger College of Engineering: 0.4 miles, 9-minute walk
Illini Union: 0.4 miles, 9-minute walk
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Main Quad: 0.6 miles, 13-minute walk
Gies College of Business: 0.6 miles, 14-minute walk
Location and What’s Hot
605 South 4th Street sits near the intersection of Fourth Street and Healey Street, only one block from Green Street. The location gives students quick access to dining, shopping, cafes, and late-night food options throughout Campustown.
The nearby popular restaurants include Northern Cuisine for Chinese-style lamb dishes, dumplings and buns, and Spicy stir-fried meats and vegetables. The Red Lion, Murphy's Pub, and Joe's Brewery are the top-rated choices to enjoy nightlife near The Peer UIUC at 605 South Fourth Street. The large Target Grocery is just a 5-minute stroll from the apartments to meet daily needs.
Nearby Transportation
Several MTD bus stops are located within a few minutes of The Peer UIUC, making it easy for students to get around campus.
Closest bus station: Green & Fourth (NE Corner), 1-minute walk