For sale

$139,900

609 E Willcox Ave, Peoria, IL 61603

2beds

1,600sqft

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1953

-- sqft lot

$135,300 Zestimate^®

$87/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

All-brick ranchCozy fireplaceFour-sided brick constructionAbundant natural lightAttached one-car garageMain-floor laundrySpacious backyard

Welcome to 609 E. Willcox Avenue! This well-maintained all-brick ranch offers 1,600 square feet of comfortable single-level living with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and an attached one-car garage. The spacious living room features abundant natural light and a cozy fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. Recent updates include a new roof in 2024 and leased solar panels installed in 2025, with transfer documentation available for the new owner. Enjoy the convenience of main-floor laundry, a spacious backyard with a storage shed, and the lasting durability of four-sided brick construction. Conveniently located just minutes from Peoria Heights shopping, dining, and entertainment. Don't miss your opportunity to own this well-cared-for home—schedule your private showing today

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Bedroom 1

Level: Main
Dimensions: 17ft 0in x 13ft 0in

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Dimensions: 13ft 0in x 13ft 0in

Other

Level: Main
Dimensions: 15ft 0in x 10ft 0in

Kitchen

Level: Main
Dimensions: 15ft 0in x 8ft 0in

Laundry

Level: Main
Dimensions: 15ft 0in x 12ft 0in

Living room

Level: Main
Dimensions: 16ft 0in x 12ft 0in

Main level

Area: 1600

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Windows: Blinds
Basement: None
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Free Standing, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,600
Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Attached
Attached garage spaces: 1
Details: Number Of Garage Remotes: 1

Lot

Dimensions: 136 x 80 x 135 x 79
Features: Level

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 1433229026

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Block
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1953

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Forrest Park

Location

Region: Peoria

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $87/sqft
Tax assessed value: $86,100
Annual tax amount: $1,227
Date on market: 7/20/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$135,300

$129,000 - $142,000

$1,359/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/20/2026	Listed for sale	$139,900+74.9%$87/sqft
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1268508 Report a problem
12/12/2017	Listing removed	$80,000$50/sqft
Source: Realty Executives Acclaimed #1174045 Report a problem
12/10/2017	Listed for sale	$80,000+25%$50/sqft
Source: Realty Executives Acclaimed #1174045 Report a problem
1/6/2017	Sold	$64,000-8.4%$40/sqft
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1179086 Report a problem
12/6/2016	Pending sale	$69,900$44/sqft
Source: Keller Williams - Keller Williams Premier Realty #1179086 Report a problem
11/20/2016	Price change	$69,900-12.6%$44/sqft
Source: Keller Williams - Keller Williams Premier Realty #1179086 Report a problem
8/9/2016	Price change	$80,000-5.9%$50/sqft
Source: Re/Max Acclaimed #1174045 Report a problem
6/3/2016	Listed for sale	$85,000$53/sqft
Source: Re/Max Acclaimed #1174045 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$1,227 -3.9%	$28,700 +9%
2023	$1,277 -2.5%	$26,330 +2.1%
2022	$1,309 -3%	$25,800 +5%
2021	$1,349 -26.5%	$24,570 +1%
2020	$1,837 -2.1%	$24,330 -2%
2019	$1,876 -9.8%	$24,830 -9.2%
2018	$2,079 -0.2%	$27,350 -1%
2017	$2,084 -21.1%	$27,620
2016	$2,643 +31.2%	$27,620 +2%
2015	$2,014 -5.9%	$27,070 -7.5%
2014	$2,140 -0.3%	$29,250 -1.2%
2013	$2,147 -3.4%	$29,610 -4.9%
2011	$2,223	$31,120 -0.4%
2010	--	$31,260 +0.4%
2009	$2,201 +123.4%	$31,140 +2%
2008	$985 -7.3%	$30,530 +4.1%
2007	$1,063 -3.5%	$29,340 +3.2%
2006	$1,102 +2.4%	$28,430 +2.4%
2005	$1,076 -14.3%	$27,760 +22.8%
1998	$1,257	$22,600

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: East Bluff

Getting around

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

32 / 100

Some Transit

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

3/10
Von Steuben Middle School
Grades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
1/10
Peoria High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
5/10
Hines Primary School
Grades: K-4Distance: 1.6 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Glen Oak
Middle: Von Steuben
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.