Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home packed with character and updates! Step inside to find a warm and inviting layout featuring 5-panel doors, some hardwood flooring, and plenty of space for everyday living. The nicely laid-out basement adds versatility-perfect for a rec room, hobby space, or extra storage. Recent improvements include a brand-new 100-amp circuit breaker panel (2025), giving peace of mind for years to come. Outdoors, you'll enjoy relaxing or entertaining on the brick patio, surrounded by a yard with room to play or garden. Car lovers and hobbyists will be thrilled with the 20' x 40' garage, built in 2009, offering space for four vehicles (two wide and two deep) or for storage, projects, or toys. This home combines charm, functionality, and updates in one great package-ready for its next owner to move in and make it their own!
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$149,000
221 W Peru St, Princeton, IL 61356
4beds
1,320sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$155,000 Zestimate®
$113/sqft
$1,319 Estimated rent
Home value
$155,000
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Space for four vehiclesBrick patioHardwood flooring
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Janelle McCarter 815-252-7283,
Landmark Realty of Illinois LLC
Bought with:
Jason Floyd
Wessel Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12322067
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Recreation room
- Level: Main
- Area: 319 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X29
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,320 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Tandem, Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 7,840 sqft
- Dimensions: 65 X 120
Details
- Parcel number: 1616159010
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Cedar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Princeton
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Sold | $149,000$113/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12322067 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2025 | Contingent | $149,000$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12322067 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,000$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12322067 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,022 +8.2% | $48,673 +8.6% |
| 2023 | $2,792 +7.1% | $44,827 +23.7% |
| 2022 | $2,606 +3.4% | $36,246 +5.6% |
| 2021 | $2,520 | $34,311 +3.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $33,055 +1.2% |
| 2019 | -- | $32,660 +1.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $32,101 -0.4% |
| 2017 | -- | $32,217 +2.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $31,377 +21% |
| 2015 | -- | $25,936 -15.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $30,828 -0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $30,996 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $31,089 -0.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $31,286 -1.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $31,801 -0.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $31,830 +4.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $30,495 |
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Neighborhood: 61356
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Logan Jr High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-4Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Princeton High School
- District: 115
Source: MRED 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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