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Peoria, IL

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The Riverfront City dazzles -- and it has the awards to show for it.

Picturesque Midwestern Arts and Culture Vibrant Family-Friendly

The four-time All-America City award-winner Peoria usually shows up on "best" lists somewhere, and the River City has definitely earned the accolades. Peoria has long been used as a benchmark for mainstream America, even earning itself a catch-phrase, "Will it play in Peoria?" It is home to one of the country's most beautiful drives -- Grandview Drive -- once acknowledged as such by President Theodore Roosevelt.

If you select a Peoria apartment, you'll enjoy a modern Midwestern city filled with hiking trails, wooded riverbanks, golf courses, and plenty of art and culture. Peoria is home to the Peoria Riverfront Museum, the Peoria Zoo, the Peoria Playhouse, and the John C. Flanagan House Museum. Bradley University is located here, and the streets are tree-lined and peaceful. Peoria is located along the Illinois River, roughly halfway between Chicago and St. Louis with about two hours to each.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Peoria, IL is $844 for a studio, $911 for one bedroom, $1,112 for two bedrooms, and $1,207 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Peoria has increased by 2.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$911/month
690 Sq Ft
House
$1,004/month
944 Sq Ft
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Transportation

49

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

31

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

46

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Washington Gifted School

Public

Grades 5-8

277 Students

10
out of 10

Hollis Consolidated Grade School

Public

Grades K-8

135 Students

10
out of 10

Norwood Elementary School

Public

Grades 5-8

165 Students

8
out of 10

Wilder-Waite Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

383 Students

7
out of 10

Kellar Primary School

Public

Grades K-4

360 Students

7
out of 10

Washington Gifted School

Public

Grades 5-8

277 Students

10
out of 10

Hollis Consolidated Grade School

Public

Grades K-8

135 Students

10
out of 10

Norwood Elementary School

Public

Grades 5-8

165 Students

8
out of 10

Charles A Lindbergh Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

268 Students

6
out of 10

Limestone Walters Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

194 Students

5
out of 10

Richwoods High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,580 Students

6
out of 10

Limestone Community High School

Public

Grades 9-12

924 Students

4
out of 10

Rolling Acres Middle School

Public

Grades 5-12

329 Students

4
out of 10

Peoria High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,447 Students

2
out of 10

Manual High School

Public

Grades 9-12

656 Students

1
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Forest Park Nature Center
  • Luthy Memorial Botanical Garden
  • Peoria Zoo
  • Peoria Riverfront Museum
  • Wildlife Prairie State Park

Airports

  • General Downing - Peoria International

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