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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Private patio or balcony
  • Private balconies or patios
  • Central air conditioning
  • Walk-in closets
  • Welcoming 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 offers strong overall value, with an 8.5 expert rating supported by excellent scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It also stands out for its pet-friendly setting, 50 photos, above-average value per square foot, and features like air conditioning, central air conditioning, walk-in closets, and private patios or balconies in a welcoming environment.

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

  • More space
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bed / 1 Bath1 bed1 bath644 sqft$875 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy comfortable, everyday living in this thoughtfully designed 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at Willow Knolls Apartments. Featuring a spacious layout, this home offers a well-equipped kitchen, generous storage, air conditioning, and the privacy of your own one-bedroom floor plan—all within a welcoming, pet-friendly community. Surface parking is also available for added convenience. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, local employers, and schools, Willow Knolls Apartments provides easy access to Charter Oak Primary School, the University of Illinois College of Medicine, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, and General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport. Whether you're commuting to work or exploring local favorites like Walmart, Khaki Jack's, and Wildlife Prairie Park, everything you need is just minutes away. Experience comfortable living in a convenient North Peoria location. Contact us today to learn more or schedule your tour! https my matterport com show ?m=F1nfFYWbrsM&brand=0&mls=1&
2 Bed / 1 Bath2 bed1 bath842 sqft$1,025 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy comfortable living in this spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at Willow Knolls Apartments. With over 840 square feet of living space, this thoughtfully designed floor plan features walk-in closets, outdoor storage, central air conditioning, and a private patio or balcony for added comfort and convenience. Located in North Peoria, this pet-friendly community welcomes cats and small dogs and provides easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. Whether you're relaxing at home or exploring the neighborhood, this apartment offers the space and convenience you're looking for. *Photos may not be representative of the exact unit/unit type.

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Amenities for Willow Knolls Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air Conditioning
TrashWalk-in Closet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer

Grounds

Surface Parking Lot
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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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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:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 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 Willow Knolls Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 96 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 82 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.5 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.1 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.3 miles away

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Rent trends in Peoria

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Peoria.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Willow Knolls Apartments to be 3% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Peoria.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Peoria
A table of studio rental data trends in Peoria
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$700
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
November 2026$799

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

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $875.
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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

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