Champaign, IL Reviews


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Champaign, Illinois is a small city located in the central part of the state. It is home to the University of Illinois, making it a popular destination for students and academics. With a vibrant downtown, numerous parks and recreational activities, and a low cost of living, Champaign is a desirable place to call home for many. However, as with any city, it has its pros and cons that can be better understood by considering the experiences and opinions of those who actually live there.

According to several user reviews on BestPlaces.net, living in Champaign, Illinois has its perks and drawbacks. One user, named Sarah, describes it as a "great college town with a tight-knit community." She points out the numerous events and activities organized by the university and the friendly atmosphere of the city. Another user, Michael, agrees, saying that Champaign has a "great energy due to the university presence." However, not all reviews are positive. A user named Janice mentions the high crime rates in certain areas of the city, stating that she "never felt completely safe walking alone at night." Similarly, John expresses his disappointment with the job market, stating that "finding employment outside of the university can be challenging." Despite the negatives, a majority of the reviews highlight the strong community spirit and affordability of living in Champaign. As Sandra puts it, "Champaign may not be perfect, but it's a great place to call home."

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Still Racial Attacks? - 7/23/2006
I went to college there in the 90s; at the time, many black gangs were targeting single white men walking at night and attacking them. Naturally, this was overlooked by the press as the victims obviously deserved it because they're white. Does this sort of thing still happen in enlighted Champaign?

Champaign is definitely an American crap Read More

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Champaign's bad - 7/14/2006
Crime is on the rise. Violent crimes (murders) have more than doubled in the Read More

Good and bad - 3/5/2006
Pros: Low cost of living, educated population, improved downtown nightlife, the Krannert Center of the Performing Arts is very nice, there are university related sporting events, some interesting neighborhoods in the downtown area with brick-paved streets and large hardwood trees.
Cons: Lack of interesting outdoor recreation, the southern U of I campus smells like cow feces, the Northwest part of town has a putrid, rot smell that comes from A.C. Humco (a local soybean processing plant), lack of gainful employment despite the presence of the University, the weather can be harsh if you are not used to winters in the Read More

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