61821 — Champaign, IL Home Values
Typical home value $209,585 as of June 2026 · 17th of 32 in Champaign-Urbana, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61821, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61821 compares in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area
ZIP code 61821 (Champaign, IL) has a typical home value of $209,585 as of June 2026, ranking 17th of 32 ZIP codes tracked in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +5.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +36.2%, from $153,827 in June 2021 to $209,585 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 12× the annual rent ($1,450/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Champaign-Urbana, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Champaign.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61821 has a population of 28,838, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 56.9% White, 23.5% Black or African American, 7.4% Asian, 6.6% Hispanic or Latino, 4.9% two or more races, and 0.7% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westview Elem School | 703 S Russell St, Champaign, IL | 0.5 mi |
| Centennial High School | 913 Crescent Dr, Champaign, IL | 0.5 mi |
| Jefferson Middle School | 1115 Crescent Dr, Champaign, IL | 0.6 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 61821?
$209,585 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61821 an expensive ZIP code in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area?
61821 ranks 17th of 32 ZIP codes in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61821 changed over the past year?
+5.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 61821?
The typical home price is 12× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,450/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 61821?
28,838, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61821?
Westview Elem School (0.5 mi), Centennial High School (0.5 mi), Jefferson Middle School (0.6 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 61821?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Champaign-Urbana, IL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.