Decorator’s Dream! This showstopper is a totally updated home and offers over 2,900 sq. ft. of finished living space with attention to every detail. Enjoy 3 fireplaces, a formal dining room with built-in china cabinets makes every dinner a special occasion, and a stunning fireplace sunroom with skylights & walls of windows—truly a Home for All Seasons! The spacious primary suite features skylights, built-ins, and a large walk-in closet. A main floor bedroom with natural lighting and cedar closet. A bright, fully-applianced kitchen with pantry adds function and style. Relax in the formal living room or the finished fireplace family room or rec room. Outside, the fenced backyard is perfect for a children's play park of their own or family entertaining. Updates include new roof, central air, and newer windows. Attached garage with durable epoxy flooring for a clean polished finish". Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and major highways. Show and Sell!!!
Sold for $181,371
$181,371
125 W Forrest Hill Ave, Peoria, IL 61604
3beds
2,568sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
0.29 Acres Lot
$188,100 Zestimate®
$71/sqft
$1,964 Estimated rent
Home value
$188,100
$167,000 - $211,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carolyn C Catton Pref:309-696-0761,
Realty Executives Acclaimed
Bought with:
Jerry Waltz, 475193547
eXp Realty
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: PA1260422
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 45ft 0in x 15ft 0in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13ft 7in x 9ft 5in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13ft 0in x 9ft 0in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 11ft 0in
Other
- Area: 403
Additional room
- Description: Sunroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 25ft 4in x 12ft 7in
Additional room 2
- Description: Kitchen nook
- Dimensions: 8ft 4in x 6ft 2in
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 31ft 6in x 21ft 8in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18ft 0in x 13ft 0in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18ft 0in x 13ft 0in
Main level
- Area: 1535
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 31ft 0in x 14ft 3in
Upper level
- Area: 630
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Recreation Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,165
- Total interior livable area: 2,568 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Details: Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 55 x 228.86 x 55 x 228.68
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional parcels included: Lot 10 Forest Glen Subdivison FORREST GLEN SUB SW 1/4 SEC 2898E LOT 10 (EXC E 5') & E 5' LOT 9
- Parcel number: 1428377064
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forest Glen
Location
- Region: Peoria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $71/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $160,320
- Annual tax amount: $4,138
- Date on market: 8/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 22 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | Sold | $181,371-2%$71/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1260422 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Contingent | $185,000$72/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1260422 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2025 | Price change | $185,000-7.5%$72/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1260422 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $200,000+50.9%$78/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1260422 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2000 | Sold | $132,500$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,839 +7.3% | $53,440 +9% |
| 2023 | $3,578 +1.6% | $49,030 +3.2% |
| 2022 | $3,522 +3.4% | $47,510 +5% |
| 2021 | $3,405 +0.5% | $45,250 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,388 -2.1% | $44,810 -2% |
| 2019 | $3,459 -4.1% | $45,720 -4.8% |
| 2018 | $3,605 -0.3% | $48,020 -1% |
| 2017 | $3,616 +0.8% | $48,510 |
| 2016 | $3,589 +2.7% | $48,510 +2% |
| 2015 | $3,495 +5.1% | $47,560 +0.9% |
| 2014 | $3,327 -0.4% | $47,140 -1.2% |
| 2013 | $3,340 -6% | $47,720 -4.8% |
| 2011 | $3,553 | $50,150 +12% |
| 2010 | -- | $44,770 +0.4% |
| 2009 | $3,028 +5.3% | $44,590 +2% |
| 2008 | $2,876 -14.1% | $43,710 -10% |
| 2007 | $3,348 -4.5% | $48,550 +3.2% |
| 2006 | $3,506 +5.2% | $47,050 +2.4% |
| 2005 | $3,333 +74.6% | $45,940 +67.7% |
| 1998 | $1,910 | $27,390 |
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Neighborhood: 61604
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Dr. C. T. Vivian Primary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Sterling Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 1/10Peoria High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Peoria High
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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