
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Peoria Neighborhood of Peoria, IL from $400 (92 Rentals)
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602 Haungs Ave

400 E Thrush Ave, Unit A

6809 N Frostwood Pkwy, Unit Unit#50

Willow Knolls Apartments

112 E Maywood Ave

Glenbrook Apartments

Timberlane Apartments

Nordic Villa Apartments

Crestwood Apartments
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Hollybrook Apartments

2608 W Willowlake Dr

Carriage Hill Apartments

ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTS

1300 W Jeth Ct

2315 W Cannes Dr

The Village on University

Glen Willows

Forrest Edge Apartments

Brandywine Crossing Apartments
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Versailles Apartments

1105 E Kansas St

2200 N Wisconsin Ave

Haymeadow Apartments

Knoxville Manor Apartments

602 E Ravine Ave

Timberbrook Apartments

211 W Richmond Ave

2211 N Flora Ave

Forest Hill Apartments
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2975 W Cannes Dr

2210-2212 Knoxville Ave

5905 W Ridgecrest Dr

Flats at Dunlap

817 W Nebraska Ave

611 Phelps St

627 Fairholm Ave

319 W Nebraska Ave

Hillcrest Apartments

Westporte Apartments
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228 E Oak Cliff Ct

Covington Place

Dunlap Falls Apartments

The Grove Apartments

Oak Woods Apartments

International Place

Pine Hill

Brookview Apartments

Richwoods Plaza

1833 N Wisconsin Ave
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North Peoria, Peoria, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Peoria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Peoria Studio Apartments | $895 | $700 | $1,199 |
| North Peoria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,090 | $805 | $1,900 |
| North Peoria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $750 | $2,675 |
| North Peoria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $1,150 | $2,282 |
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There are currently 92 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Peoria Neighborhood of Peoria, IL.
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Cheapest Available North Peoria Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Peoria area of Peoria, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Knoxville Manor Apartments priced from $675. Hollow Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable North Peoria apartments for rent in Peoria, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville Manor Apartments | Garden Level | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Hollow Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Willow Knolls Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Nordic Villa Apartments | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Hollybrook Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Forrest Edge Apartments | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom G | 1BR,1BA | $876 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Peoria, IL
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Peoria area is the $1.00 price per square foot 8817 N Picture Ridge Rd Model at 8817 N Picture Ridge Rd, Unit Windows to private wooded in the in the Willow Knolls neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value North Peoria apartment is the HCIV2D2FB Model at Hollow Creek IV Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Windchime neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Peoria apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8817 N Picture Ridge Rd, Unit Windows to private wooded | 8817 N Picture Ridge Rd | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Hollow Creek IV Apartments | HCIV2D2FB | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Flats at Dunlap | Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Covington Place | 2BR/1.5BA Signature In Unit Wash/Dryer | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Glen Willows | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Hollybrook Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Peoria Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Peoria?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Peoria is under $876.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Peoria?
The cheapest apartment in North Peoria is Crestwood Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in North Peoria costs $1,487.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Peoria?
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 24 regular apartments in North Peoria 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 North Peoria?
Cheap apartments in North Peoria have an average cost of $287 which is $1,200 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Peoria.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.