Wardcliffe's residential streets and central location
In Wardcliffe, people can live along private residential streets while staying close to Peoria amenities. The subdivision is entirely residential, where neighbors are out strolling along the tree-lined streets and kids are playing in the yards. Still, its location along Sterling Avenue and just west of Interstate 74 means residents can quickly get downtown or other areas around the city without the noise and activity that comes with being too close to downtown or commercial hubs.
Split levels and ranch-style homes line the streets in Wardcliffe.
Wardcliffe is located about halfway between Chicago and St. Louis.
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Wardcliffe's subtle lawn decor and gardens
Split levels and ranch-style homes line the streets in Wardcliffe. Sidewalks border the slightly winding streets, heading past basketball hoops in driveways and kids’ bikes in front yards. Some homes have flowers, bushes, welcome signs and garden flags along front walkways and entryways. Homes typically sell between $150,000 and $215,000, which is higher than some of the surrounding subdivisions like El Vista and Forest Hills.
Homes in Wardcliffe typically sell between $150,000 and $215,000.
Some homes in Wardcliffe have gardenf lags and small lanterns lighting the sidewalk.
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Nearby Peoria parks offering various activities
Becker Park is just across Forrest Hill Avenue from Wardcliffe. It offers a playground, skatepark and basketball courts within walking distance of homes. Newman Golf Course is one of Peoria’s public greens, managed by the city’s park district. At Bradley Park, the 140 acres feature a disc golf course, dog park, tennis courts, baseball fields and a walking path over Dry Run Creek.
Newman Golf Course sits right along the border of Wardcliffe.
Schmoeger Park is a great place to kick a soccer ball or just enjoy the outdoors!
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Getting to Peoria's parks and downtown district
Sterling Avenue links the neighborhood with the rest of Peoria, from the shopping centers and parks to downtown Peoria, about 4 miles away from Wardcliffe. Buses also line this thoroughfare. OSF Forest Park is about 3.5 miles away, located along the way to downtown. Forrest Hill Avenue connects the neighborhood with Interstate 74, though the neighborhood is far enough that it doesn’t get the noise from the traffic. “We are located about halfway between Chicago and St. Louis,” says longtime Peoria resident and Realtor Rhonda Milburn with Keller Williams Premier Realty. “You can get your Gucci without having to get it online, but you can live in Peoria, where the cost of living is lower.” General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is about 7 miles away.
Wardcliffe students attend Peoria's public schools
Elementary school students head to Dr. Maude A. Sanders Primary School for kindergarten through fourth grade. It and Sterling Middle School receive C-minus rankings from Niche. C-rate Peoria High School offers various sports for its athletes, from football and basketball to golf, swimming and flag football.
Peoria High School has an overall C rating from Niche.
Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School is a public school in Peoria, IL.
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Local restaurants and grocery stores just down the street
Just up Sterling Avenue, the Kroger in Sterling Bazaar is about half a mile from Wardcliffe. Also here, Louie Legends is a casual, local fast food and wings spot. On the eastern side of the interstate, River Kitty Café serves coffee and tea while allowing people to play with adoptable cats. For a more fine-dining experience, Connected’s menu features entrees like seafood and veal. Walmart and Aldi are also on this side of the interstate, about 1.5 miles from Wardcliffe.
Aldi in Wardcliffe has discount groceries at affordable prices.
There are several outdoor shopping plazas in Wardcliffe for its residents.
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Peoria's music scene and seasonal farmers market
From May to September, people can walk along the river and explore the local produce and baked goods at the Peoria Area Farmers Market. For over 20 years, Peoria musicians have performed at the Peoria Bach Festival on the first week in June. This is just one part of the city’s music scene. “Peoria has three symphony orchestras and a ballet. The Peoria Symphony still plays some of its concerts at the Peoria Civic Center and at some of the churches around the area,” says real estate agent Dale Jorgenson with Jim Maloof Realtor, who also used to play cello for the symphony.
The Peoria Municipal Band consists of over 30 classically-trained professional Musicians.
The annual Festa Picnic features local Italian-American musicians.
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Parks in this Area
Becker Park
Transit
Airport
General Downing - Peoria International
16 min drive
Bus
Forest Hill And Woodbine
Bus
Sterling And Newman
Bus
Sterling And Gilbert
Bus
Sterling And Forest Hill & Wardcliffe Plaz
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wardcliffe
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
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 Wardcliffe, Peoria sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Wardcliffe, Peoria over the last 12 months is $178,726, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$172,500
Median Single Family Price
$172,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$80
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$179,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
236
Median Year Built
1975
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,476
Above the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890
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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,006
Median Age
34
Population under 18
29.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,499
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,739
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.3%
College Graduates
25.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.4%
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®
48/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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