University Gardens

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University Gardens

6516 North University Street, Peoria, IL 61614
(75 Reviews)
$595 - $775/mo
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Move-In Specials

Now Accepting Section 8!

Floor Plans & Pricing

Studio

Studio

Studio, 1 Bath | 495 sq. ft.

1 Available Unit

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1 Bedroom

1 bed / 1 bath

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 650 sq. ft.

$595

2 Available Units

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2 Bedrooms

2 bed / 1 bath

2 Beds, 1 Bath | 785 sq. ft.

$615

2 Available Units

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2 bed / 1.5 bath

2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 835 sq. ft.

$645

2 Available Units

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2 bed townhouse

2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 1,535 sq. ft.

$775

1 Available Unit

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University Gardens Reviews

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anonymous

Resident 2018 - 2019

9/9/2019

Worst location to live. My A/C remained unfixed all summer, and my heat remained unfixed all winter. Domestics constantly. Fire alarms because people kept burning everything. Loud fights and constantly smelt of cannabis. Finally just moved when we found a new place. Glad we got… See More >
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    Monica_B827

    Resident 2018

    7/18/2018

    When I first moved in a was promised wood flooring and instead got stuck with nasty carpet that had bright white and dark purple stains. I shampooed the carpet myself and got almost all of the purple stains up so theres no way they shampooed… See More >
      Manager

      7/20/2018

      University Gardens
      We're sorry to hear that your experience with our community was not a more accurate reflection of the positive living situation that we strive to offer our residents. We do apologize for the inconveniences that you encountered and regret that we were not able to to work with you to improve your experience. However, we can assure you that we will utilize your valuable feedback to help us address these issues and better serve our residents moving forward. We wish you all the best in your new home.
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      anonymous

      Resident 2018

      6/27/2018

      I moved in 3 and a half months ago the first apartment was ok until the bathroom ceiling started linking from the ceiling from the up stairs apartment above me ,,, I dealt with this for 3 months from the very start of my move… See More >
        Manager

        7/3/2018

        University Gardens
        We're very sorry for the inconveniences that you've encountered and appreciate your patience. The upkeep of our homes and the satisfaction of our residents is important to us and we are eager to address maintenance requests as promptly as possible. Unfortunately, this repair did require us to order a part to resolve the issue. We have acquired the necessary parts and our electrician will be out to address this for you as soon as possible. We also understand your concerns regarding interactions with your neighbors. Our team is happy to help mediate any issues between residents and we have spoken to them about this concern. Please let us know if this behavior continues and we will take the necessary further actions to help you enjoy your home to the fullest. If there is anything else we can help you with at this time, we hope that you'll feel free to reach out to us here in the office at your convenience. Thank you.
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        Becca19_

        Resident 2015 - 2016

        12/19/2016

        Another month later and STILL no deposit back. They expect rent on time but yet can't pay money back in a timely manner. Save yourself the frustration and stay FAR again from Green Diamond/University Gardens. WORST SERVICE EVER. The girls who run it have absolutely… See More >
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          taraseidel

          Resident 2016

          8/30/2016

          I moved in 3 months ago or so into a 2 bedroom on main floor and I love it! I only paid like $300 for deposit and around $300 to move in then she gave me $200 off the next month of rent so ask… See More >
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            anonymous

            Resident 2014 - 2016

            4/21/2016

            Horrible management. Place is a polished turd and needs flushed again. I had high hopes after getting shut down once before and it appears that all that was done was threw a few coats of paints and a band-aid here or there but between the… See More >
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              chriswattsux2

              Resident 2012 - 2015

              8/1/2015

              Worst managed place I have ever seen. Worst maintained place ever. Read the reviews.!only 5 star reviews are from management, trying to improve there rating. Please take my word on this. You will have no ac, and regret ever signing a lease in this lipstick… See More >
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                Dandilynne

                Resident 2014 - 2015

                6/10/2015

                I have lived here for almost 8 months now. It is the worst apartment I have ever lived in. They failed to tell me about the water damage on my ceiling before I moved in. They were so unorganized when I first got here, I… See More >
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                  anonymous

                  Resident 2015

                  5/29/2015

                  I moved in last month and absolutely love my apartment! The office staff is really nice, I am glad I picked this place!

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                    anonymous

                    Resident 2014

                    12/25/2014

                    Rented an apartment unit this past summer for a few months. This place has very reasonable accomadations for the price point. I was pleased with the leasing staff's flexibility in the lease agreement. They were able to put a roof over my head while I… See More >
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                      anonymous

                      Resident 2012 - 2014

                      12/2/2014

                      If you enjoy living in a place where black mold is conveniently ready at all times then yes please move in. If you enjoy living in a place ran by slumlords then yes please move in. If you enjoy large leaky holes in your ceilings… See More >
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                        anonymous

                        Resident 2013

                        7/11/2014

                        This is the single worst place I have ever lived. While the price is decent, and our apartment was clean enough the maintenance was terrible. It took them 5 months to fix our A/C, and the temporary fixes never lasted more than 12 hours. … See More >
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                          anonymous

                          Resident 2012 - 2014

                          6/12/2014

                          Believe EVERYTHING you hear about these apartments. They really are just as bad as everyone says if not worse. -My air conditioning is broke and despite several calls nothing has been done. -I live in a basement level apartment and it RAINS through my ceiling. I was… See More >
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                            anonymous

                            Resident 2013

                            8/4/2013

                            Prior to attempting to rent from green diamond apartments, I was advised to stay very far away from this place and it's management. I didn't listen.. I should have. The apartments themselves, are nice and fairly priced with many new renovations and updates. However, the management… See More >
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                              tcardfan

                              Resident 2010 - 2012

                              11/2/2012

                              The apartments are basic and reasonably priced - a great value for our budget. The neighbors are friendly. It is a very dog friendly complex. Pool is great. Management has been helpful and friendly. Most people that complain are looking for… See More >
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                                pitlicker64

                                Resident 2012 - 2013

                                6/27/2013

                                This place is a dump,,,,, The owner is a ------ and dont care about his apts at all..... The manager is a tattooed thug that thinks he knows how to run a complex but just sits in the office on the phone..... When there is… See More >
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                                  draconkeldd

                                  prospectiveVisited 2012

                                  7/24/2012

                                  Veterans of our great military.....BEWARE OF THIS PLACE....very Veteran-unfriendly. They refuse to work with Disabled Vets who have banged up credit due to medical bills. They are real friendly until they decide not to rent to you and then they get curt and… See More >
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                                    ads4608

                                    prospectiveVisited 2012

                                    6/28/2012

                                    IF ANY PRIOR RESIDENT/CURRENT RESIDENT WOULD LIKE TO SPEAK TO A MEDIA SOURCE ABOUT THIS APARTMENT COMPLEX PLEASE CALL 686-9444. I am looking into the conditions and issues and would like to help. Thanks!

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                                      anonymous

                                      Resident 2012

                                      5/7/2012

                                      Unbelievable !!!!

                                      When we moved in here at Green Diamond everything seemed fine and dandy until the weather started to warm up! My air conditioning is shot and they don't seem to care that my family and I are sweating 24/7 !!! I'm not the only person… See More >
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                                        anonymous

                                        Resident 2012

                                        3/27/2012

                                        Please Read

                                        Dear Green Diamond Manager, I will not miss the scalding hot, ice cold violent showers, the obnoxious, crackhead, drug dealing wangsters at all 24 hours of the day. Between the two mentions issues the apartment is about as ------ as they come. Sometimes I wonder when… See More >
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                                          anonymous

                                          Resident 2010 - 2012

                                          3/11/2012

                                          no no no

                                          we haved lived here for two years :( pay 630 a mo and never have a place to park...people n the apartments across from us r dealing drugs all hours of the days and nights the mangement knos and months later nothing done. alot of… See More >
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                                            greendiamondSCUM

                                            Resident 2011

                                            2/28/2012

                                            SCAM

                                            So I moved out of Green Diamond a couple months ago after I was jumped by the people that lived a floor below me. I had never even spoken with them before and I was jumped by them when I was leaving one night to… See More >
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                                              anonymous

                                              Resident 2010 - 2012

                                              2/19/2012

                                              .... wow dont move here

                                              PLEASE DONT MOVE HERE... save your money... this place just keeps getting more ------ .. there are no places to park when ur suppose to have those damn stickers on your car seriously whats the point if they dont even go by that anymore… See More >
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                                                jplanet59

                                                prospectiveVisited 2012

                                                1/31/2012

                                                Speaks with a Forked Tongue!

                                                When you call to make an appointment for a showing you are told about a January special. This involves a decreased deposit of $100 which you are told is refundible. You are told to bring $40 for your application fee, your driver's license,… See More >
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                                                  anonymous

                                                  Resident 2011 - 2012

                                                  1/16/2012

                                                  TERRIBLE!

                                                  For starters my husband and i have lived her for about a year and in that year we have moved into 2 different apartments.. first apartment was a basement apartment and for our first place it was pretty decent.. well my mother is a property… See More >

                                                    Features & Amenities

                                                    Parking
                                                    • Off Street Parking Available
                                                    Pets
                                                    • Dogs Allowed
                                                      Deposit: $100. Fee: $100. Restrictions: No Agressive breeds. Pet Limit: 2. Comments: No Aggressive Breeds
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                                                    • Cats Allowed
                                                      Deposit: $100. Fee: $100. Pet Limit: 2. Comments: Spayed & Neutered
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                                                    • 24-Hour Management Availability
                                                    • BBQ and Picnic Area
                                                    • Balcony or Patio
                                                    • Courtyard
                                                    • On-Site Maintenance
                                                    • On-Site Management
                                                    • Package Receiving Service
                                                    • Pool
                                                    • Public Transportation
                                                    • Short Term Lease Available
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                                                    Leasing

                                                    Your new home is waiting for you at University Gardens! Our studio, 1 & 2-bedroom newly renovated apartment homes in Peoria, IL, offer you the flexibility and freedom to create your own space. With five different floor plan options, we know we have what you re looking for. Whether you re looking for your family, have a roommate or just yourself, you ll find what you re looking for at University Gardens.
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                                                    Office Hours

                                                    • Sunday: Closed
                                                    • Monday - Friday: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                    • Saturday: Closed

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                                                    Frequently Asked

                                                    Dogs Allowed
                                                    Deposit: $100
                                                    Fee: $100
                                                    Restrictions: No Agressive breeds
                                                    Pet Limit: 2
                                                    Comments: No Aggressive Breeds
                                                    Cats Allowed
                                                    Deposit: $100
                                                    Fee: $100
                                                    Pet Limit: 2
                                                    Comments: Spayed & Neutered
                                                    1 Bed, 1 Bath
                                                    2 Beds, 1 Bath
                                                    2 Beds, 1.5 Baths
                                                    Studio, 1 Bath
                                                    Now Accepting Section 8!

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                                                    University Gardens is a 495 - 1,535 sq. ft. apartment in Peoria in zip code 61614. This community has a 1 - 2 Beds, 1 - 1.5 Baths, and is for rent for $595 - $775. Nearby cities include Peoria Heights, East Peoria, Germantown Hills, Dunlap, and Creve Coeur.

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