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Pet Friendly
Location
2221 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
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Property Overview
Willow Knolls Apartments offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, highlighted by excellent price, amenities, and location scores (each 9 out of 10). Residents can expect a high standard of living with convenient access to key destinations and public transportation about 1.28 miles away, supported by a solid 7 out of 10 trustworthiness rating that reflects detailed, transparent property information.
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.
Things you’ll love
Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Standard 1 Bed / 1 Bath (644-864 SF) | 1 bed | 1 bath | 644 sqft | $925 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Standard 2 Bed / 1 Bath (842-890 SF) | 2 bed | 1 bath | 842 sqft | $1,100 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Willow Knolls Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Oven | Oven/Range |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 35 |
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About Willow Knolls Apartments
Willow Knolls Apartments cost $925–$1,100 per month. Located at 2221 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria, IL 61614, USA, Willow Knolls Apartments has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Peoria, renting an apartment at Willow Knolls Apartments is 13% more expensive per month.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 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 Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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·9A 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 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Willow Knolls Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
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·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.
Willow Knolls 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.
Willow Knolls Apartments is great for:
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
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
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
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Rent trends in Peoria
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% higher than 1-bedrooms in Peoria.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Willow Knolls Apartments to be 13% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Peoria.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Peoria
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $747 |
| June 2024 | $695 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 2221 W Willow Knolls Dr?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$37,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $925.
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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
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
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
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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