Dining and transportation options in Sterling Oaks
Sterling Oaks is all about options. The neighborhood is a mix of subdivisions, each offering a different atmosphere and feel, from more private and rural to maintained streets lined with sidewalks and trees. Its location puts it right between major western Peoria thoroughfares, so residents can choose between the different commercial centers or ways to get downtown. The local middle school is also based in the neighborhood, so students have the option to walk to and from school.
Country Club BBQ is a popular lunch and dinner spot in Sterling Oaks.
Sterling Oaks residents can spend an afternoon out at Northwoods Mall.
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A mix of styles throughout Sterling Oaks
While Sterling Oaks is a small neighborhood, every street has a different. Heading down Northcrest Drive feels more private and rural, with a narrower road without sidewalks. However, one block over on Idaho Street has sidewalks where people can walk their dogs or take an evening stroll. Regardless of the subdivision and street, people can find split-level, Cape Cod and ranch-style homes throughout Sterling Oaks. The homes typically sell between $40,000 and $180,000, which is lower than some of the surrounding subdivisions, like Forest Hills and Wardcliffe.
Large lots provide privacy for Sterling Oaks residents.
Ranch homes are common in Sterling Oaks.
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Walking to Peoria's public schools
Younger students can attend Dr. Maude A. Sanders Primary School. Sterling Middle School is located within the neighborhood, within walking distance of homes. Both schools receive C-minus rankings from Niche. At C-rated Peoria High School, students can sign up for sports like football, golf, swimming and cross country.
Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School is a public school in Peoria, IL.
Sterling Middle School has dozens of affective teachers and staff.
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Restaurants along Sterling Avenue and Farmington Road
Sterling Oaks’s location along Sterling Avenue means residents are just 1.5 miles down the road from Sterling Bazaar, where they can stop in Kroger or one of the local restaurants. For fast food and wings, people head to Louie Legends. However, Farmington Road is just south of the neighborhood, also lined with local eateries. Country Club BBQ is known for its barbeque but also its unique take on egg rolls, with a different option each week. About 2 miles away, people can also grocery shop at Walmart and Aldi.
Louie Legends near Sterling Oaks features six different homemade sauces.
Sterling Oaks is located near developing areas with new dining options.
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Heading into Peoria from Sterling Oaks
Downtown Peoria is about 3.5 miles from Sterling Oaks, accessible along Sterling Avenue or Farmington Road. OSF Forest Park and other hospitals are about 4 miles away, accessible along the same routes. CityLink buses stop around the neighborhood on streets like Sterling Avenue, Flint Street and Nebraska Avenue, connecting residents with shopping centers and parks. General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is just over 6 miles from Sterling Oaks.
Nearby parks and green spaces for Sterling Oaks residents
While Sterling Oaks doesn’t have any parks of its own, it is just across Sterling Avenue from Newman Golf Course, a public green with a full course managed by the Peoria Park District. In the winter, kids can sled down the snowy hills here. Bradley Park offers playgrounds, baseball, tennis, disc golf and a dog park across its 140 acres.
Laura Bradley Park features an 18-hole frisbee golf course.
Spend some time with friends outdoors at the Newman Golf Course near Sterling Oaks.
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Peoria's active music scene and festivals
Peoria has an active arts scene. During the first week in June, local musicians perform at churches across the city for the Peoria Bach Festival. “We have the symphonies and the ballet,” says Realtor Rhonda Milburn with Keller Williams Premier Realty and Peoria native. “We get lots of Broadway plays here and musicians that come through town.” In September, the Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair features local artists.
The annual Oksnevad 5K & 1 Mile race brings together friends and families from all over.
The Festa Picnic celebrates the long-standing Italian heritage present in central Illinois.
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Parks in this Area
Laura Bradley Park
Transit
Airport
General Downing - Peoria International
14 min drive
Bus
Sterling Middle School
Bus
Flint And Wellington
Bus
Flint And Lehman
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sterling Oaks
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sterling Oaks, Peoria sell after 6 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Sterling Oaks, Peoria over the last 12 months is $98,150, down 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$106,000
Median Single Family Price
$106,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$72
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$104,950
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
230
Median Year Built
1957
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,101
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,929
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
809
Median Age
39
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,827
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,433
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.2%
College Graduates
26.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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