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  • MLS# PA1270909
  • MLS# PA1270909
  • MLS# PA1270909
  • MLS# PA1270909
  • MLS# PA1270909
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  • MLS# PA1270909
  • MLS# PA1270909
  • MLS# PA1270909
  • MLS# PA1270909
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  • MLS# PA1270909
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  • MLS# PA1270909
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518 W HIGH Street
Peoria, IL  61606
MLS #PA1270909
$ 850,000
6272 Total Finished Sq. Ft.
1824 Basement Sq. Ft.
6 Bed  /  3 Bath /  1 Half Bath
 
A Home With a Story — and Room for the Next Chapter! Perched on a bluff overlooking Peoria and the Illinois River, this extraordinary 1894 Flemish Revival home offers nearly 6,000 sq. ft. of living space filled with historic charm and craftsmanship. Built over two years, the home showcases hand-carved woodwork featuring seven hardwoods, original gas-and-electric fixtures, pocket doors, curved plaster ceilings, five fireplaces, historic talking pipes, and a remarkable parlor mirror with its own foundation. The renovated kitchen features a classic English AGA cooker, while an outdoor brick oven is perfect for entertaining. Enjoy beautiful river and city views from three levels, along with inviting porches, patios, and gardens. Extensive renovations include a slate and copper roof, updated mechanical systems, kitchen, bathrooms, basement, attic, portico, patio, landscaping, and restored driveway and stone retaining walls. Situated on nearly an acre, this one-of-a-kind property offers privacy while remaining within walking distance of Peoria's hospitals, riverfront, churches, and schools. Rich in history yet designed for modern living, this timeless treasure is ready for its next chapter!
 
 
Listing Features
Style 3 or More Stories
Exterior Brick
Lot Description Level
Terraced
Wooded
Sloping
Total Sq Ft 5472
Total Finished Sq Ft 6,272
Finished Basement Sq Ft 800
Total Basement Sq Ft 1824
Apx. Lot Size IRREGULAR
Year Built 1900
Fireplaces 2
Bathrooms
Bsmt Lower Main Upper Addtl Total
Full Baths 0 0 1 1 0 3
1/2 Baths 0 0 0 1 0 1
Bedroom Levels & Sizes
Bsmt Lower Main Upper Addtl
Master Bedroom 26'4" x 24'7"
Bedroom #2 14'11" x 10'11"
Bedroom #3 14'11" x 16'
Bedroom #4 15'4" x 10'9"
Bedroom #5
Room Levels & Sizes
Bsmt Lower Main Upper Addtl
Den 10'11" x 9'10"
Formal Dining 17'10" x 12'9"
Family Room 14'9" x 13'10"
Great Room
Living Room 16'10" x 13'9"
Rec Room 20'9" x 10'11"
Kitchen 22'1" x 13'5"
Laundry 14'11" x 11'8"
18'2" x 12'8"
Garage 25'11" x 24'1"
Neighborhoods/Schools
Subdivision Hillyer
County Peoria
Elementary School
Middle School
High School Manual
Amenities
Attic Storage Solid Surface Counter Top
Deck Blinds
Porch Ceiling Fan
Ceilings/Cath/Vault/Tray Replacement Windows
Irrigation System Garage Door Opener(s)
Hi-Speed Internet Availbl Cable TV Available
Patio
Kitchen/Dining
Dining Room/Formal Island Kitchen
Pantry
Appliances
Dishwasher Disposal
Hood/Fan Microwave Oven
Range/Oven Refrigerator
Water Softener - Owned Washer
Dryer
Basement
Partially Finished Full
Walk-Out
Garage/Parking
Parking Slab Carport
Detached 2 car(s)
Fireplaces
Inoperable Wood Burning
Living Room Other Fireplace
Heating/Cooling
Gas 2 or More Heating Systems
Forced Air Humidifier
Radiant Water Heater - Gas
2 or More Cooling Systems Central Air

Peoria Area Association of Realtors (PAAR) The accuracy of all information, regardless of source, including but not limited to square footages and lot sizes, is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified through personal inspection and/or with the appropriate professionals.
Courtesy of Adam Merrick Real Estate
Last Updated on 10/27/2026 4:02:26 PM.


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