Peoria County, Illinois
Peoria Real Estate and Local Guide
The largest city on the Illinois River and the seat of Peoria County, Peoria is a regional hub with historic bluff neighborhoods, a riverfront district, and Bradley University. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Peoria best.
About the area
Living in Peoria, IL
The city maintains multiple national and local historic districts, including the West Bluff, Grand View Drive, and Warehouse districts.
The housing market
Homes in Peoria
- About 58% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- Roughly 64% of housing units are single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $149,500.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Peoria home
Peoria Riverfront Museum
Downtown museum combining art, science, and history along the Illinois River
Peoria Zoo
Peoria Park District zoo in Glen Oak Park with more than 100 species
Grand View Drive
Scenic bluff-top drive overlooking the Illinois River valley north of downtown
Glen Oak Park
Peoria Park District park that is home to the Peoria Zoo and the Luthy Botanical Garden
Rock Island Greenway
Multi-use recreation trail running through the city
Neighborhoods
Peoria areas to know
West Bluff
Historic residential district around Bradley University
East Bluff
Historic neighborhood, home to the John C. Flanagan House Museum
The Uplands
Peoria's first planned residential development, laid out in 1902 near Bradley University
Averyville
North-end neighborhood along the Illinois River
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.