Just Listed
Address
1608 W Margaret Avenue, Peoria, IL
Price
$ 160,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#PA1270420
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyPEORIA
- CityPeoria
- AreaPAAR Area
- NeighborhoodSunset Hills
- Zip61604
- Style
- Year Built1941
- Taxes$ 4124
- Price$ 160,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2492
- Lot Size0.36 Acres
Data Source:
Regional MLS Alliance
Property Description
Welcome to 1608 W Margaret Avenue, a charming brick home in Peoria’s Sunset Hills offering character, space, and flexibility across multiple levels, along with several meaningful recent improvements, including a new 2-stall garage and brand-new roof, both completed in 2026. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors, generous natural light, and inviting living spaces filled with personality. The main level features a spacious living room, formal dining area, functional kitchen with stainless appliances, 2 bedrooms, a full bath, and a bright 4-season room perfect for morning coffee, reading, or additional entertaining space. Upstairs, a large 3rd bedroom creates a retreat with plenty of room to spread out. The finished basement adds even more usable living space with a sizeable recreation room, half bath, laundry area, and additional storage. Outside, enjoy established landscaping, mature trees, and classic brick curb appeal, while recent updates including a new A/C system installed in 2024 and replacement windows completed in 2021 add comfort and peace of mind. With approximately 1,692 finished square feet, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, versatile living spaces, and substantial recent improvements already completed, this one offers the kind of character and functionality that is increasingly hard to find.
| High School |
|---|
| Peoria High |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/23/2026 | Listed $160,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2492 |
|---|---|
| Heating | Natural Gas,Wood,Forced Air,Gas Water Heater |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Dryer,Range Hood,Microwave,Range,Washer |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Year Built | 1941 |
| Levels | One and One Half |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| County | Peoria |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | Sunset Hills |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | North University Street to West Margaret Avenue |
| High School | Peoria High |
| City | Peoria |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4124.42 |
| Current Financing | Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA |
| MLS Area Minor | PAAR Area |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Attic Storage,Cable Available,Ceiling Fan(s) |
|---|---|
| Basement | Partial,Partially Finished |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Non Functional,Wood Burning,Living Room,Recreation Room |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Detached |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Terraced/Sloping,Wooded |
| Water Source | Public,Public Sewer |
| Building Area Total | 1692 |
| Lot Dimensions | 57 x 195 x 100 x 203 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.36 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 61604
Price
Taxes
Year Built
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of the Multiple Listing Service. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Vision Homes may be marked with the Internet Data Exchange logo and detailed information about those properties will include the name of the listing broker(s) when required by the MLS. Copyright ©2026 All rights reserved.Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of September 22, 2026 8:22 PM UTC All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice.
Data is updated as of September 22, 2026 8:22 PM UTC
Regional MLS Alliance ® All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in
