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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Convenient location
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Spacious 1 bedroom layout
  • Professionally managed property

Location

6709 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
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Management

Jeano Properties

Leasing office

(309) 236-5653

Property Overview

Richwoods offers strong overall value with an 8.4/10 expert rating, a perfect 10/10 price score, and a high 9/10 location score, reflecting convenience to schools, transit, and nearby parks. Residents benefit from updated interiors with fully renovated modern finishes, fresh paint, updated flooring, on-site laundry, additional storage, and onsite parking, all supported by transparent, trustworthy management. The property is also recognized for environmental sustainability and pet friendliness, with walkable access, transit options, recycling/composting, and nearby pet services.

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, Richwoods is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Richwoods has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$825 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Richwoods Plaza! This freshly painted 1-bedroom apartment offers clean, comfortable living in a convenient location close to local restaurants, shopping, and everyday essentials. Recent property improvements include updated parking areas, enhanced exterior lighting, and onsite security cameras for added peace of mind. Residents also enjoy the convenience of onsite laundry facilities and professional management. Features Include: • Fresh paint throughout • Spacious 1 bedroom layout • Onsite laundry facilities • Updated parking area • Security cameras onsite • Close to restaurants, shopping, and major roadways • Professionally managed property Richwoods Plaza is under new ownership and management with continued improvements being made throughout the property. Contact us today to schedule a showing or request additional information!

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Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

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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 Richwoods

HomeApartments in Peoria Richwoods

Welcome to Richwoods Plaza! This freshly painted 1-bedroom apartment offers clean, comfortable living in a convenient location close to local restaurants, shopping, and everyday essentials. Recent property improvements include updated parking areas, enhanced exterior lighting, and onsite security cameras for added peace of mind. Residents also enjoy the convenience of onsite laundry facilities and professional management. Features Include: • Fresh paint throughout • Spacious 1 bedroom layout • Onsite laundry facilities • Updated parking area • Security cameras onsite • Close to restaurants, shopping, and major roadways • Professionally managed property Richwoods Plaza is under new ownership and management with continued improvements being made throughout the property. Contact us today to schedule a showing or request additional information!


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, Richwoods is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Richwoods has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Richwoods
Price·10A 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.
Richwoods offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Richwoods is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Richwoods 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 Richwoods does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Richwoods is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Richwoods compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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Rent trends in Peoria

1-bedroom apartments at Richwoods cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Peoria.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Peoria
A table of studio rental data trends in Peoria
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$697
July 2024$862
August 2024$728
September 2024$722
October 2024$713
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

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$33,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $825.
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Schools near Richwoods

Northmoor Primary School

1819 w northmoor rd

peoria, IL, 61614

K-4Public
B-

Riverview Elementary School

1421 spring bay rd

east peoria, IL, 61611

PK, K-8Public
C-

Valeska Hinton Early Childhood Education Center

800 w romeo b garrett ave

peoria, IL, 61605

PKPublic

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-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Peoria near 6709 N University St

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.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 6709 N University St, Peoria

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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