Peoria is the highest-scoring rental market in Illinois, with a Star Score of 78/100 and a gross yield of 7.9% on a typical home value of $174,845 (September 2026 data). 5 Illinois metros rank among the top US markets tracked.
| # | Market | Home value | Rent/mo | Yield | Star Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peoria | $174,845 | $1,157 | 7.9% | 78 |
| 2 | Springfield | $200,781 | $1,207 | 7.2% | 69 |
| 3 | Rockford | $222,178 | $1,299 | 7.0% | 67 |
| 4 | Champaign | $239,230 | $1,384 | 6.9% | 62 |
| 5 | Chicago | $355,650 | $2,163 | 7.3% | 52 |