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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Close to grocery and restaurants
  • Furnished studio apartment
  • All utilities included: electric, gas, water, sewer, trash

Location

521 N 1st St, Chillicothe, IL 61523, USA
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Management

Core 3 Residential Real Estate, LLC

Leasing office

(309) 839-0743

Property Overview

Riverview Apartments stands out with a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, reflecting excellent amenities, competitive pricing, and a prime location rated 9 out of 10, making it an appealing choice for renters. The property offers a furnished studio apartment, all-inclusive utilities, and is conveniently situated near grocery stores and restaurants. Additionally, it is recognized for its pet-friendly environment with nearby amenities catering to pets.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Riverview Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Riverview 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.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath525 sqft$775 /mo1 unit availableCome experience this incredible studio offering comfort, convenience, and stunning river views — with water, trash & sewer included. Lease furnished for $895 or unfurnished. for $775 This thoughtfully designed space features a modern kitchen, cozy layout, and beautiful natural surroundings that make it easy to feel right at home. Off-street parking adds everyday convenience, while the peaceful setting provides the perfect place to unwind. Located close to IL River grocery stores, shopping, and restaurants, you’ll enjoy the charm of the area with everything you need just minutes away. This is truly a must-see property. Contact us today to schedule your showing.

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Amenities for Riverview Apartments

Apartment Amenities

River View

Appliances

Stove, Fridge & Microwave

Tech

Flat Screen TV

Building

Cats OKCoin Operated Laundry On Site
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units9
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About Riverview Apartments

HomeApartments in Chillicothe Riverview Apartments

Come experience this incredible studio offering comfort, convenience, and stunning river views — with water, trash & sewer included. Lease furnished for $895 or unfurnished. for $775 This thoughtfully designed space features a modern kitchen, cozy layout, and beautiful natural surroundings that make it easy to feel right at home. Off-street parking adds everyday convenience, while the peaceful setting provides the perfect place to unwind. Located close to IL River grocery stores, shopping, and restaurants, you’ll enjoy the charm of the area with everything you need just minutes away. This is truly a must-see property. Contact us today to schedule your showing.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Riverview Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Riverview 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.
How we rated Riverview Apartments
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.
Riverview Apartments 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·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.
Riverview 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.
Riverview 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 Riverview 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.
Riverview 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.

Riverview Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 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 Riverview Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Chillicothe

Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Chillicothe
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chillicothe
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$750
May 2024$733
June 2024$810
July 2024$778
August 2024$832
September 2024$847
October 2024$838
November 2024$847
December 2024$837
January 2025$837
February 2025$837
March 2025$850
April 2025$850
May 2025$850
June 2025$803
July 2025$805
August 2025$775
December 2025$900
January 2026$900
February 2026$900
March 2026$881
April 2026$900

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $775.
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Schools near Riverview Apartments

South Elementary School

616 w hickory st

chillicothe, IL, 61523

PK, K-3Public
A-

Chillicothe Elementary Center

914 w truitt ave

chillicothe, IL, 61523

4-5Public
B

Riverview Elementary School

1421 spring bay rd

east peoria, IL, 61611

PK, K-8Public
C-

Metamora Grade School

815 e chatham st

metamora, IL, 61548

PK, K-8Public
A-
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Chillicothe near 521 N 1st St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

2/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 521 N 1st St, Chillicothe

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

0/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

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

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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