In Pekin, Broadway is a big strip of commercial property that people around here consider the center of town. North of Broadway, residents have easy access to the highway, particularly roads that transport them from here across the Illinois River to Peoria, where various healthcare systems and Caterpillar are major employers. “We’ve got a little bit of everything,” says Mary Ann Ladendorf, a Realtor with RE/MAX Traders Unlimited, who’s been selling homes in the area for 39 years. “We’ve got the new subdivisions between Broadway and Sheridan. We have very established older communities that have been there since the 1900s.
A row of various styles of homes in the North Pekin neighborhood of Peoria, IL.
Willow Oaks Apartments has on-site maintenance, a laundry facility, and plenty of storage space.
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Lutticken's Lake and Hickory Hills homes
Homes in Pekin have been around for a while. Many date back to the turn of the last century. A substantial number of homes were built in the 50s, 60s and 70s. Some newer construction has been underway in places like Lutticken’s Lake and Hickory Hills. North of Broadway, homebuyers should expect to find mid-century ranch-style homes, bungalows and contemporary homes. The median price for a single-family home here is $125,000, with homes generally selling from around $70,000 to $180,000. Prices taper off dramatically from there but occasionally, homes might fetch more than $300,000. A two-bedroom bungalow garage and a basement or a mid-century ranch-style house go for about $150,000.
Two-story house with a porch in the North Pekin neighborhood of Peoria, IL.
Recently remodeled two-story home with porch in the North Pekin neighborhood of Peoria, IL.
Two-story traditional home with enclosed porch in the North Pekin neighborhood of Peoria, IL.
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Highway access from North of Broadway to Peoria
State highways 98 and 29 are the major routes about town, with 29 carrying travelers a short distance north to Interstate 474. That thoroughfare brings commuters to neighboring Peoria, where many Pekin residents work. Pekin also contracts with Peoria to provide local public transportation here, operating bus service along Broadway and South Parkway Drive.
Shopping and dining on Court Street
To shop and dine, residents North of Broadway head over to centrally located Court Street in Pekin’s downtown area to find a variety of shops and restaurants. “We have a lot of family-friendly sports bars. For fine dining, basically, we go to Peoria,” says Ladendorf. In town, Maquet's Rail House serves craft beers, brick oven pizzas and sandwiches. Kouri’s Pub is a popular spot too. “When I go to Kouri’s, I feel like I’m going into a Cheers bar,” Ladendorf says. “People are friendly. There are always people you know.” Locals grab their groceries at Kroger, Schnucks or Walmart, which is also where they find much of their retail goods. However, by the end of 2024, Pekin expects to add Marshall’s, Ross Dress for Less and Five Below stores too.
Pizza, pasta, and Italian sandwiches at Jimbo's Jumbo in a compact counter-serve setting.
Double D's sandwiches are made with fresh bread and high-quality meats and cheeses.
North Pekin offers numerous shopping options for residents and visitors alike.
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Over 13 parks and community spaces
When it comes to parks, the ones in Pekin take a backseat to few. “You’ll find none finer,” says Ladendorf. With 2,500 acres of land distributed over 13 parks, Pekin’s park district is the fifth largest in Illinois. Coal Miners’ Park, with 45 acres of park space, often used for hiking, is a great place to get out in the open air and is next to Parkview Garden Golf Course. It includes football and soccer playing fields as well. The community’s showpiece, however, is Mineral Springs Park, which at 200 acres, is the diamond in the crown. It features a newly renovated pavilion, a lagoon and a sundial, which may not be the world’s largest, but locals claim is the World’s most accurate.
Coal Miner's Park is a great place to learn about the history of coal mining in the Pekin area.
Lick Creek Golf Course is a public golf course with 18 holes.
Coal Miner's Park is a popular spot for families, picnics, and outdoor recreation.
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Pekin Public School District No. 108
Neighborhood children attend schools within Pekin Public School District No. 108. They may first go to Willow Elementary School, which Niche grades B-plus. Washington Intermediate School teaches 4th through 6th grade, and Broadmoor Junior High School teaches 7th and 8th grade. Both are rated a C-plus. Finally, Pekin Community High School, which earns a B-minus, underwent a $10.7 million campus renovation in 2023, including its entrance, some office spaces, and the library.
Pekin Community High School in Pekin is within the 303 school district.
Broadmoor Junior High School has an Overall Niche Grade of C+.
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Famous Marigold Festival after Labor Day
Of the many things that people know Pekin for, its Marigold Festival is the one that puts this small municipality on the map. The event, which has been around 50 years, began to honor Senator Everett McKinley Dirksen, a Pekin native who pushed to make the marigold the national floral emblem. Today, the festival attracts about 40,000 people each year on the weekend after Labor Day.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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4
Larceny
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Crime Score
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North of Broadway Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North of Broadway, Pekin sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in North of Broadway, Pekin over the last 12 months is $143,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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