
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Hills Neighborhood of Peoria, IL from $400 (15 Rentals)
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Linn St Commons

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Sunset Hills, Peoria, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Hills Studio Apartments | $985 | $575 | $1,205 |
| Sunset Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $918 | $600 | $1,150 |
| Sunset Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,037 | $750 | $2,100 |
| Sunset Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $1,150 | $3,000 |
| Sunset Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Hills Neighborhood of Peoria, IL.
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Cheapest Available Sunset Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills 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 |
| Knoxville Manor Apartments | Garden Level | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom G | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath * | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Hills, IL
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills apartment is the A Model at 1113 W Moss Ave starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Averyville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 511 W High St | 2 BR | 2BR,3BA | $0.95 |
| 1113 W Moss Ave | A | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTS | Three Bedrooms Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Covington Place | 2 BR/1BA Renovated In Unit Wash/Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Hollybrook Apartments | 2 bedroom 1. 5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath * | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Glen Willows | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| 3207 N Peoria Ave, Unit 1 | 3207 N Peoria Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Linn St Commons | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Best Local Schools in Sunset Hills, Peoria, IL
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sunset Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sunset Hills is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset Hills is Linn St Commons which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Sunset Hills costs $1,200.
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 17 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 $432 which is $768 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Hills.
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