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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Open living space
  • On-site maintenance
  • On-site management
  • Outdoor space
  • Upgraded finishes
  • Modernized clubhouse

Location

1526 W Candletree Dr, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
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The Grove Apartments

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(309) 204-8782 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Grove Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.4 Zumper expert rating, standout scores for amenities, location, and value, and a competitive price-to-feature balance. It offers open living space, upgraded finishes, outdoor areas, a modernized clubhouse, and convenient on-site management and maintenance, while also standing out for fitness, social, sustainability, and pet-friendly nearby options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Grove Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Grove Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

Standard 1 Bed / 1 Bath1 bed1 bath792 sqft$975–$1,050 /mo2 units availableThe most accessible entry point into one of Peoria's most desirable addresses. Inside the Dunlap School District. Minutes from major employers and everyday essentials. The Standard 1-bedroom delivers a clean, well-maintained space with genuine square footage and a layout that works. Full kitchen. Real closet space. Natural light. A community that stays quiet and secure because the management is on-site and accountable. Outdoor space. Pets welcome. Everything is handled through your portal. The price point is competitive. The location is not. Schedule your tour.
Signature 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 792 Sq Ft1 bed1 bath792 sqft$1,075 /mo1 unit available
Standard 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath2 bed1.5 bath968 sqft$1,175–$1,275 /mo2 units availableTwo bedrooms. A layout built for real life. Inside the Dunlap School District. This is the floor plan families and professionals choose when they want the right address without overpaying for it. Generous square footage, open living space, and a community that stays secure and well-maintained. On-site management that responds. Outdoor space. Pets welcome. Everything handled through your portal. The Dunlap School District at this price point does not stay available long. Schedule your tour.
Signature 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath2 bed1.5 bath968 sqft$1,275–$1,400 /mo3 units availableThis is where professionals in Peoria actually live. Inside the Dunlap School District. Walking distance from green space. Minutes from the city's largest medical campuses. The Signature 2-bedroom is built for people who value their time and their environment. Upgraded finishes throughout. Open living space with room to breathe. A community that stays secure, maintained, and quiet because the people managing it are on-site and accountable. Modernized clubhouse. Outdoor space your dog will appreciate. Rent, maintenance requests, and lease questions handled through your portal. People who move in here stay. Schedule your tour. This floor plan moves fast.
Standard 3 Bed / 2 Bath3 bed2 bath1,160 sqft$1,475 /mo2 units availableThree bedrooms. Two full baths. The Dunlap School District. This is the floor plan families move for. Genuine square footage, a layout that gives everyone their own space, and a community that's secure, maintained, and quiet. The largest Standard floor plan at The Grove, and one of the best value propositions in Peoria for what you get per square foot. On-site management. Outdoor space. Pets welcome. Everything handled through your portal. Three-bedroom units in this district do not sit vacant. Schedule your tour.
Signature 3 Bed, 2 Bath | 1,160 Sq Ft3 bed2 bath1,160 sqft$1,575 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The Grove Apartments

Apartment Amenities

RenovatedTrash
Water

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
OvenOven/Range
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Billiards RoomCats OK
Dogs OKFitness Center
Sewer
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About The Grove Apartments

HomeApartments in Peoria The Grove Apartments

The Grove is one of the few communities in Peoria sitting inside the Dunlap School District. Genuinely spacious 1, 2, and 3-bedroom homes, the kind of square footage that's hard to find at this price point, with on-site maintenance, a modernized clubhouse, and green space that actually gets used. Cats and dogs are welcome here. Minutes from OSF, UnityPoint, and Peoria's major medical corridor. The kind of neighbor you want is already here. This is a community that takes care of its people. Responsive maintenance, secure grounds, and a team that shows up. The kind of place where residents stay, not just move in. Shopping, dining, and the highway are close. Payments, maintenance requests, and lease questions are handled online through your resident portal. Availability is limited. Tours fill up fast.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Grove Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Grove Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Grove Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Grove Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Grove Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Grove Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Grove Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Grove Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

The Grove Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 3 parks within a mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Grove Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.7 miles from public transportation
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.4 miles away

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Rent trends in Peoria

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 16% higher than 1-bedrooms in Peoria.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Grove Apartments to be 23% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Peoria.

3-bedroom apartments at The Grove Apartments cost about 17% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Peoria.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Peoria
A table of studio rental data trends in Peoria
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$702
December 2024$718
January 2025$740
February 2025$755
March 2025$737
April 2025$762
May 2025$775
June 2025$728
July 2025$753
August 2025$727
September 2025$710
October 2025$725
November 2025$725
December 2025$900
January 2026$939
February 2026$833
March 2026$975
April 2026$850
May 2026$800
June 2026$802
July 2026$856
August 2026$825
September 2026$798
October 2026$797

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$41,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,025.
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Schools near The Grove Apartments

Wilder-Waite Elementary School

10021 n pacific st

peoria, IL, 61615

PK, K-5Public
A

Riverview Elementary School

1421 spring bay rd

east peoria, IL, 61611

PK, K-8Public
C-

Pleasant Hill Elementary School

3717 w malone st

peoria, IL, 61605

PK, K-8Public
C-

Robein Elementary School

200 campus ave

east peoria, IL, 61611

K-8Public
B-

Monroe Elementary School

5137 w cisna rd

bartonville, IL, 61607

PK, K-8Public
A-
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Getting around Peoria near 1526 W Candletree Dr

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1526 W Candletree Dr, Peoria

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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