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property at 1309 W Chestnut St

$950

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1309 W Chestnut St

ChillicotheIL61523

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Cheapest Available Peoria County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Peoria County, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Linn St Commons in the Averyville neighborhood priced from $600. The Avenue Apartments in the Averyville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Peoria County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Linn St Commons1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$600
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$650
Knoxville Manor ApartmentsGarden Level1BR,1BA$675
Hollow HillsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Willow Knolls ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Woods + Meadow ApartmentsStudio Apartment in North PeoriaStudio,1BA$725
Willow Way1 bed 1 bath Unit 1 bldg 21BR,1BA$800
Old Orchard Trace ApartmentsOO1G1BR,1BA$800
Nordic Villa ApartmentsLoft1BR,1BA$825
Civic Center Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Peoria County, IL

As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Peoria County area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2 BR Model at 511 W High St in the in the Averyville neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Peoria County apartment is the 417 W Columbia Ter Model at 417 W Columbia Ter, Unit #2 starting at $1,850 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Averyville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Peoria County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
511 W High St2 BR2BR,3BA$0.95
417 W Columbia Ter, Unit #2417 W Columbia Ter2BR,1BA$1.03
Flats at DunlapTwo Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.08
Covington Place2 BR/1.5BA - 2nd/3rd floor2BR,1.5BA$0.97
504 S Sweetbriar Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.95
Hollybrook Apartments2 bedroom 1. 5 bath2BR,1.5BA$0.90
1012 W Armstrong Ave, Unit 1012-11012 W Armstrong Ave3BR,1BA$0.99
Crestwood Apartments2 bed 1 bath *2BR,1BA$0.94
Linn St Commons1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$0.87
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$1.06

Frequently Asked Questions about Peoria County

What type of rentals are currently available in Peoria County?

There are currently 260 Apartments for Rent in Peoria County, IL with pricing that ranges from $547 to $3,200. There are also 106 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Peoria County ranging from $495 to $2,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Peoria County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Peoria County ranges from $495 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,421.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Peoria County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Peoria County range from $620 to $3,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $695 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $630.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!