
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central South Neighborhood of Peoria, IL from $400 (52 Rentals)
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Lincoln Terrace Apartments

The Avenue Apartments

1711 N Peoria Ave

1200 N Orange St, Unit Basement Studio #4

1208 NE Jefferson Ave

Civic Center Plaza Apartments

Crestwood Apartments
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2700 W Forrest Hill Ave

2613 W Wardcliffe Dr

Brandywine Crossing Apartments

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Forrest Edge Apartments

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Westporte Apartments

1012 W Armstrong Ave, Unit 1012-1

2522 W Newman Pkwy

2516 W Newman Pkwy

2405 N Sheridan Rd

1505 N Peoria Ave

1212 N Frink St

3421 N Indiana Ave, Unit 3421 N Indiana Ave Peoria

812 SW Washington St
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2317 W Kellogg Ave

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Central South, Peoria, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central South Studio Apartments | $1,055 | $575 | $1,500 |
| Central South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $495 | $2,500 |
| Central South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $547 | $2,470 |
| Central South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $620 | $1,895 |
| Central South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,965 | $630 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Central South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central South area of Peoria, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Linn St Commons priced from $600. The Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Central South apartments for rent in Peoria, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn St Commons | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $803 |
| ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath * | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom G | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Forrest Edge Apartments | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Westporte Apartments | WP1B | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central South, IL
As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central South area is the $1.36 price per square foot HO36012B Model at Hidden Oaks Apartments in the in the Sunset Hills neighborhood starting from $1,390. The second greatest value Central South apartment is the 2315 N Bigelow St Model at 2315 N Bigelow St, Unit A starting at $825 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Averyville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Oaks Apartments | HO36012B | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| 2315 N Bigelow St, Unit A | 2315 N Bigelow St | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath * | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 3421 N Indiana Ave, Unit 3421 N Indiana Ave Peoria | 3421 N Indiana Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Stonecrest | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Linn St Commons | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 1200 N Orange St, Unit Basement Studio #4 | 1200 N Orange St | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
| Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central South is under $890.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central South?
The cheapest apartment in Central South is Linn St Commons which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Central South costs $1,965.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 21 regular apartments in Central South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central South?
Cheap apartments in Central South have an average cost of $333 which is $1,632 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central South.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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