Located in Peoria County
Bisected by Route 29, Peoria’s Chillicothe neighborhood sits between miles of open farmland on one side and Goose Lake on the other. Home to approximately 6,000 residents, this riverfront town features a patchwork of residential streets and parks scattered throughout. Despite its five square miles of area, the vibe here is definitely small town, with a community center and a handful of restaurants to occupy afternoons and weekends.
With several parks in the neighborhood, deciding where to spend the afternoon can be difficult. Shore Acres Park is a great spot to relax by the water, watch the squirrels run around or play frisbee in the field. The latter is great because there is a dedicated disc golf course for hours of fun. It isn’t recommended that locals swim in the river, but it’s excellent for fishing instead. Species like largemouth bass, walleye, and channel catfish populate the waters. A bit farther south is Three Sisters Park, a unique spot with rental facilities for more significant group events. Adults teach kids the traditional method of farming in the spring as it was done in 1918, from seed to soil, across six educational stations. Halloween lovers rejoice: Spider Hill, a yearly haunted house attraction, repurposes the park's mansion and trail for a spooky and sensational night out.
Residential streets intersect in typical suburban fashion. Although Route 29 runs through the middle of the community, it doesn’t influence the layout of homes and businesses on each side. Approximately five square miles of land are home to bungalows and ranch-style houses. Many of these builds hail from the mid-to-late-twentieth century. Bungalows appear with brick or vinyl facades and average three bedrooms. Since the area is somewhat rural, the yard sizes vary. The ranch-style homes are simple and neat, most with attached or separate garages. Pricing in this neighborhood ranges from about $75,000 to $175,000.
Kids in Chillicothe attend South Elementary, earning an impressive A from Niche. The school lists various mental health resources online to ensure kids have the support they need. When they reach Chillicothe Junior High, kids benefit from the instruction of teachers ranked in the top three percent of Illinois middle school teachers. Illinois Valley Central High rounds out the list with an A overall. The school has several music programs like jazz band, wind ensemble and marching band.
After a long day, locals can kick back at Castaways, the local bar and grill. This spot serves comfort food and beer on tap with patio seating and slot machines. Drive south down 29 and discover Molly’s Pizzeria, a rustic little place with fresh-baked pies and salads. Also situated on Route 29 is a Kroger for the grocery basics. Helping Hands Resale Shoppe, the local thrift store is easily accessible at the center of the neighborhood.
Several events take shape in Chillicothe, many coinciding with seasons and holidays. Breakfast with Santa, Christmas Bingo and the New Year's Evey Party are just some that the city offers. The For the Health of It 5K Run is a big annual event, an active competition among neighbors and friends. The Chillicothe Area History Museum is a fun way to explore the city’s history. There are also books on sale for those wanting a more detailed account and cookbooks for fun recipe ideas.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Mitchell LaHood
RE/MAX Traders Unlimited
(309) 271-1435
81 Total Sales
2 in Chillicothe
$49K - $115K Price Range
Amanda Allsup
RE/MAX Traders Unlimited
(309) 857-7665
42 Total Sales
1 in Chillicothe
$405,000 Price
Shannan Werckle
eXp Realty
(309) 316-7382
61 Total Sales
2 in Chillicothe
$300K - $410K Price Range
Amber Burress
A+ Real Estate, LLC
(815) 393-5942
68 Total Sales
1 in Chillicothe
$140,000 Price
Mark Ferrill
RE/MAX Traders Unlimited
(309) 886-6519
131 Total Sales
3 in Chillicothe
$74K - $507K Price Range
Lisa Fink
Keller Williams Premier Realty
(309) 650-8775
137 Total Sales
3 in Chillicothe
$105K - $124K Price Range
On average, homes in Chillicothe, IL sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Chillicothe, IL over the last 12 months is $207,500, up 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$459,900
Coming Soon - Showings begin Thursday, July 17th Welcome home to this move-in-ready 4-bedroom, 4.5 bath, 2 story home built in 2004. Recent updates and upgrades include - 2017: new roof, new water heater. Featuring over 3,600 total finished sq ft, you must tour this home in person to see how much space each level offers. Anderson windows throughout. The outdoor space offers 0.83 acres, level
Jana Heffron Keller Williams Premier Realty
$149,900
Welcome home to this cozy ranch style 3 bedroom (Possible 4 bedroom), 2 bath home in the heart of Chillicothe! Conveniently located just a couple blocks from South School, close to shopping & restaurants. This home boasts many updates including; updated half bath, new front steps and railing, landscaping 2025. New flooring and paint, ceiling fans and lights in all rooms, and new roof 2023. Book
Tao Albritton Professional Leasing Services
$98,500
Charming and move-in ready, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Chillicothe offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Step inside to find original hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout, and a beautifully updated bathroom. The bright and welcoming sun porch with many windows adds extra living space and is perfect for relaxing. The kitchen offers a functional layout with room
Mari Halliday Jim Maloof Realty, Inc.
$189,900
Coming soon-July 7 Great 3 bedroom, 2 bath split foyer move in condition. Fully appliance kitchen. Home also has above ground pool and large fenced back yard. Additionally 2 car heated and cooled garage with a new 100 amp electrical service. Insulated, and drywalled a great workshop and garage space. Home has solar lease contract with Sunnova with $153 per month. Located on edge of town and
Donna Jones Craig Move Smart Realty
$1,000 - $1,050 per month
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