
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willow Knolls Neighborhood of Peoria, IL from $500 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Willow Knolls area of Peoria.


Hollow Hills Apartments

Glenbrook Apartments

Hollybrook Apartments

Crestwood Apartments

Timberlane Apartments

Knoxville Manor

Forest Hills Apartments

The Village on University

Versailles Apartments
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Timberbrook Apartments

The Grove Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

919 W Crestwood Dr

228 E Oak Cliff Ct

Westporte Apartments

Kellogg Place Apartments
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Hollow Creek IV Apartments

Furnished Studio-Peoria - North

Old Orchard Trace Apartments

Covington Court Apartments

Eagle Point Apartments

Camden Hills Apartments

Apartments at Grand Prairie

Frostwood Apartments

The Willows
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International Place

Pine Hill

Richwoods Plaza

Tiffany Pointe

Woods + Meadow Apartments

1502 W Tiffany Dr

Kellar Commons

1504 W Tiffany Dr

Willow Way

805 W Pine Hill Ln
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Briargate Apartments

Oakridge

Kingsway Apartments

622 W Laclaire Ln

Maison de la Trace

6924 N Flamingo Ct

2220 W Kensington Dr

4026 N Illinois Ave, Unit 2

TWELVE21 Duryea

4028 N Illinois Ave, Unit 7
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Willow Knolls, Peoria, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Willow Knolls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Knolls Studio Apartments | $963 | $799 | $1,236 |
| Willow Knolls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,056 | $805 | $2,075 |
| Willow Knolls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $850 | $2,675 |
| Willow Knolls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $1,475 | $2,107 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Willow Knolls Neighborhood of Peoria, IL.
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Cheapest Available Willow Knolls Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willow Knolls area of Peoria, IL is a Studio unit found at Willow Knolls Apartments priced from $799. Crestwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Willow Knolls apartments for rent in Peoria, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Knolls Apartments | Studio / 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Hollybrook Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Hollow Hills Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath (615 sqft) | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Forest Hills Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $854 |
| Nordic Villa Apartments | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Village on University | Tucker at Village North | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Glen Willows | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $927 |
| The Grove Apartments | Standard 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willow Knolls, IL
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Willow Knolls area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Eagle Point Apartments in the in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Willow Knolls apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Camden Hills Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willow Knolls apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Point Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Camden Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 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 |
| Kellogg Place Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Forest Hills Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 919 W Crestwood Dr | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Hollybrook Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWillow Knolls, Peoria, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Willow Knolls, Peoria, IL
Northmoor-Edison Primary School
Charles A Lindbergh Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willow Knolls Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Willow Knolls Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Willow Knolls Apartment is $825 at Crestwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Willow Knolls Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Willow Knolls is starting from $850 at Crestwood Apartments.
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