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5740 N University Street, Peoria, IL 61614

$399,900

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5 bed | 2 full bath | 1 partial bath | 3,233 sq ft
MLS# 1262077
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Coming Soon-This Wed 11/5! Tucked away at the end of a private lane nearly 800 feet off University, this charming Cape Cod retreat blends country peace with city convenience.

Set on 1.6 acres of wooded privacy, this lovingly maintained 1938 gem—owned by only its second family since 1970—radiates warmth and character inside and out. A beautiful south-facing sunroom welcomes sunlight year-round, while the updated kitchen features Roecker cabinetry, Corian countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. The flexible floor plan offers 4–5 bedrooms, with a main-level room perfect as a guest suite or home office. The spacious upper-level primary bedroom impresses with three closets and abundant storage. Modern updates meet timeless charm, including two laundry options (main or lower level) and an oversized 2.5-car heated-floor garage with a second sunroom also featuring radiant heat. Outside, a 500 sq ft two-story outbuilding with electricity and heat invites endless creativity—your she-shed, he-shed, or workshop awaits. Enjoy nearly free water via a shared well and no monthly sewer fee thanks to a unique public connection. It’s more than a house—it’s a storybook home hidden on a fairytale lane, where privacy, nature, and convenience come together just minutes from Peoria’s best schools, shops, dining, and parks. Never worry about power outages with your own personal Generac back up generator.

Property Details

City
Peoria
County
Peoria
Subdivision
Rural
Schools
  • Kellar
  • Liberty Leadership Middle School
  • Richwoods
Type
Residential
Exterior
  • Shed(S)
Fireplaces
2
Garage
  • Attached
  • Oversized
  • Garage Door Opener
Cars
3
New Construction
No
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Square Ft.
3,233
Livable Square Ft.
3,233
Tot Basement Square Ft.
761
Acres
1.63
Apx Lot Size
Irregular
Year Built
1938

Room Levels & Sizes

BsmtLowMainUppAddlTot
Full Baths001102
Half Baths100001
BsmtLowMainUppAddl
Bedroom 118x23
Bedroom 211x9
Bedroom 322x13
Bedroom 413x12
Bedroom 513x16
Living Room13x23
Family Room27x15
Dining Room14x14
Kitchen11x14
Office13x16
Laundry9x15
Additional Room12x13
Additional Room 214x12
Third Floor

Features

Exterior
  • Shed(S)
Roofing
  • Shingle
Garage/Parking
  • Attached
  • Oversized
  • Garage Door Opener
Basement
  • Partial
  • Unfinished
Heating/Cooling
  • Natural Gas
  • Forced Air
Water/Sewer
  • Shared Well
  • Public Sewer
Kitchen/Dining
  • Dining Formal
  • Eat-In Kitchen
Appliances
  • Dishwasher
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Water Softener Owned
  • Washer
  • Dryer
Exterior Amenities
  • Shed(S)
Fireplace
  • Gas Log
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
Road/Access
  • Gravel
  • Private Road
  • Shared

Financials

2024 Taxes
8466.9
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