Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Hills Neighborhood of Peoria, IL from $400 (65 Rentals)

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property at 617 E Republic St

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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617 E Republic St

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property at 319 W Nebraska Ave

$975

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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319 W Nebraska Ave

PeoriaIL61604

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1833 N Wisconsin Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1833 N Wisconsin Ave

1833 N Wisconsin AvePeoria, IL 61603
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3013-3021 N Woodbine Ter
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3013-3021 N Woodbine Ter

3013-3021 N Woodbine TerPeoria, IL 61604
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Linn St Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Linn St Commons

2112-2117 N Linn StPeoria, IL 61604
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3405 Kingston Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3405 Kingston Dr

3405 Kingston DrPeoria, IL 61604

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Sandmeyer Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sandmeyer Flats

601-607 NW Bryan StPeoria, IL 61603
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Cityscape Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cityscape Apartments

601 W Romeo B Garrett AvePeoria, IL 61605
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Schlarman House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Schlarman House

707 Madison Ave NEPeoria, IL 61603
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Sunset Hills, Peoria, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunset Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Hills area of Peoria, IL is a Studio unit found at 107 NE Roanoke Ave priced from $750. The Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Sunset Hills apartments for rent in Peoria, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
107 NE Roanoke AveStudioStudio,1BA$750
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$795
Crestwood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
Hollybrook Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$825
ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTSOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Forrest Edge Apartments2 bed 1.5 bath2BR,1BA$875
502 W High St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Knoxville Manor ApartmentsLevel 21BR,1BA$900
Glen Willows2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$925
Brandywine Crossing Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$927

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Hills, IL

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills apartment is the CC2BR Model at Covington Court Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
501 W Columbia Ter501 W Columbia Ter3BR,1BA$0.93
Covington Court ApartmentsCC2BR2BR,2BA$1.26
Covington Place2BR/1.5BA Signature In Unit Wash/Dryer2BR,1.5BA$1.15
Glen Willows2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.06
502 W High St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.03
Westporte ApartmentsWP2B2BR,1BA$1.27
511 W High St1 BR1BR,1BA$1.19
Hollybrook Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
Crestwood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.18
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$1.29

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Peoria, IL. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Hills Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Hills?

The cheapest apartment in Sunset Hills is The Avenue Apartments which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Sunset Hills costs $1,275.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset Hills?

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 25 regular apartments in Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills?

Cheap apartments in Sunset Hills have an average cost of $458 which is $817 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Hills.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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