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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balconies or patios
  • Welcoming environment
  • Comfortable air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Convenient surface parking
  • Pet-friendly environment

Location

2221 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
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Management

Young America Realty, Inc

Leasing office

(309) 454-2338

Property Overview

Willow Knolls Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by top marks for price and amenities, plus a 9 for location and an 8 for trustworthiness. It offers private balconies or patios, air conditioning, surface parking, and a pet-friendly setting, along with quiet surroundings, outdoor spaces, high-speed internet, and nearby services that support work-from-home and pet-friendly lifestyles.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Willow Knolls Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Willow Knolls 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

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  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Studio / 1 BathStudio1 bath400 sqft$799 /mo2 units availableStudio units at Willow Knolls Apartments bring together comfort, convenience, and everyday livability. Each offers inviting living spaces with well-equipped kitchens, private patios and balconies, and ample storage space. Conveniently located close to everyday necessities, local employers, schools, shopping, dining, and entertainment, residents enjoy quick commutes to Charter Oak Primary School, University of Illinois College of Medicine, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, and General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport, or anywhere else your academic and career aspirations take you. Plus with great spots like Walmart, Khaki Jack's, and Wildlife Prairie Park, you will never run out of new things to try! Experience comfortable living in a welcoming, pet-friendly environment. Come home to Willow Knolls Apartments today—call or contact us to learn more or schedule a tour. https my matterport com show ?m=ygzC4dgy1kZ&brand=0&mls=1&

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Amenities for Willow Knolls Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningTrash

Appliances

OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer
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Policies and fees

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

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About Willow Knolls Apartments

HomeApartments in Peoria Willow Knolls Apartments

Willow Knolls Apartments in Peoria, IL offers comfortable studio, one- and two-bedroom homes with air conditioning and private balconies or patios. The community is pet friendly and provides convenient surface parking for residents and guests. Situated for easy access to local shops and services, Willow Knolls delivers practical, well-equipped apartment living in a welcoming setting.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Willow Knolls Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Willow Knolls 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 Willow Knolls 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.
Willow Knolls 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.
Willow Knolls 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.
Willow Knolls 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 Willow Knolls 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·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.

Willow Knolls Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 3 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores 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 Willow Knolls Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Images Available
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Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Peoria

studio apartments at Willow Knolls Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for studio apartments in Peoria.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Peoria
A table of studio rental data trends in Peoria
MonthMedian Rent
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
June 2026$802
July 2026$856
August 2026$825
September 2026$797

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Can I afford to live at 2221 W Willow Knolls Dr?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,960 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $799.
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Schools near Willow Knolls 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-

Monroe Elementary School

5137 w cisna rd

bartonville, IL, 61607

PK, K-8Public
A-

Robein Elementary School

200 campus ave

east peoria, IL, 61611

K-8Public
B-
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Getting around Peoria near 2221 W Willow Knolls Dr

Walking

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

Driving

10/10
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 2221 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

Explore the area around 2221 W Willow Knolls Dr

Mediterranean Mart
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Swagat Food & Grocery
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Devon Food & Groceries
820 W Pioneer Pkwy
Walmart Supercenter
8915 N Allen Rd
Sam's Club
4100 W Willow Knolls Dr

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