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property at 1411 W Barker Ave

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2 To 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent

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1411 W Barker Ave

PeoriaIL61606
property at 627 Fairholm Ave

$975

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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627 Fairholm Ave

PeoriaIL61603

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property at 319 W Nebraska Ave

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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319 W Nebraska Ave

PeoriaIL61604
property at 611 Phelps St

$975

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611 Phelps St

PeoriaIL61603
property at 817 W Nebraska Ave

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817 W Nebraska Ave

PeoriaIL61604

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Peoria, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Peoria, IL

Pricing Updated: 05/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Peoria, IL area range in price from $650 to $3,900 with an overall median price of $2,079. The three Peoria neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northmoor Knolls at $1,100, Lyndale Road at $1,100, and Oakcliff at $1,100. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Peoria Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northmoor Knolls$1,400$1,1009
Lyndale Road$1,500$1,1006
Oakcliff$1,625$1,1007
Northmoore Hills$1,700$99511
Skyline Drive$1,700$99513
Goose Lake$1,750$79513
Logan Park West$1,750$72524
Moss Bradley$1,750$79513
Warehouse District$1,750$7956
Joeanne Manor$1,800$75011

Cheapest Available Peoria Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Peoria, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Avenue Apartments in the Averyville neighborhood priced from $650. Hollow Hills in the Windchime neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Peoria apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$650
Hollow HillsStudioStudio,1BA$700
107 NE Roanoke AveStudioStudio,1BA$750
Willow Knolls ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Nordic Villa ApartmentsLoft1BR,1BA$825
Civic Center Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825
Crestwood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
Hollybrook Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Westporte ApartmentsWP1B1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Peoria, IL

As of May 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Peoria area is the $0.93 price per square foot 501 W Columbia Ter Model at 501 W Columbia Ter in the in the Averyville neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Peoria apartment is the 1319 W Daytona Dr Model at 1319 W Daytona Dr, Unit 1 starting at $1,400 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Peoria apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
501 W Columbia Ter501 W Columbia Ter3BR,1BA$0.93
1319 W Daytona Dr, Unit 11319 W Daytona Dr2BR,2BA$0.93
1113 W Moss AveA2BR,1BA$0.79
Carriage Hill Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.95
2133 N North St, Unit 21332133 N North St2BR,1BA$0.90
Glen Willows2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.06
502 W High St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.03
Forest Hills Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.12
Hollybrook Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$1.06

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Peoria

What type of rentals are currently available in Peoria?

There are currently 246 Apartments for Rent in Peoria, IL with pricing that ranges from $547 to $2,675. There are also 96 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Peoria ranging from $629 to $3,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Peoria ranges from $629 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,554.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Peoria range from $620 to $2,347, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $630.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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