518 W High Street, Peoria, IL 61606

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518 W High Street,Peoria, IL 61606
$850,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 6,272 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: adam merrick, stephen bogart
Office: adam merrick real estate
MLS#:PA1270909
Source:IL_CAAR

Price summary

  • Price:$850,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$155.34

About this home

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...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1900
  • Subdivision & Development:Hillyer
  • Listing ID #:PA1270909
  • Added:14 day(s) ago
  • Updated:October 24, 2026 at 02:17 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:6
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Living area:6,272 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Gas Water Heater, Heating Systems - 2+, Radiant
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Slate
  • Year built:1900
  • Building area:6,272 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.97 Acres
  • Construction Materials:Brick, Frame
  • Exterior Features:Replacement Windows

Schools

  • High school:Manual

Utilities

  • Water:Public

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$850,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$155.34
  • Tax amount:$10,660 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:Attic Storage, Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Solid Surface Counter

Parking

  • Parking description:Carport, Detached, Parking Pad
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2