$159,000

301 E MELBOURNE Avenue, Peoria, IL 61603

5 beds |
2 baths |
1,992 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1948
10,019sqft lot
2 car garage
$80/sqft
Listed 3 days ago

Property Description

Welcome to 301 E Melbourne Ave—this 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is a true hidden gem offering character, space, and versatility throughout. Step inside to a bright and inviting living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. Just off the main hallway, you’ll find a full bath and four of the five bedrooms, each offering convenient built-ins for added storage. One bedroom even features a unique view into the adjacent sunroom, adding a touch of charm you won’t find just anywhere. The kitchen truly serves as the heart of the home, boasting ample cabinet and counter space along with a charming breakfast bar that connects seamlessly to the dining area. Just off the kitchen, you’ll find a bright sunroom—perfect for doubling as an airy dining space in the warmer months—while a separate, charming sunporch is also located off the kitchen, offering its own cozy retreat. The spacious family room is a standout feature, offering incredible versatility with a second wood-burning fireplace and sliding door access to the backyard patio—perfect for entertaining or creating your own cozy retreat. Outside, enjoy a manageable yard and the convenience of a detached garage. With its unique layout, multiple living spaces, and inviting character, this home is ready for its next chapter.

Listing Status:: Active
Data Last Updated:: April 4, 2026 at 7:17AM
Listing Office:: Keller Williams Premier Realty : 309-282-1555
Listing Agent:: Linda P Kepple : 309-303-5742
MLS ID:: PA1265277

General: Cable Available
Appliances: Range HoodRangeRefrigerator
Basement: PartialUnfinished
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Natural GasBaseboardForced AirRadiantGas Water Heater
Fireplace: Family RoomGas LogLiving RoomWood BurningFireplaces: 2

Style: Ranch
Parking: DetachedOn Street

Roofing: Shingle
General: RanchBlock

Road/Access: Paved
Originating MLS: rmlsa
County: Peoria

Zoning: EDISON PARK EXTN NE 1/4 SEC 33-9-8E LOT 11 & THE W 20' LOT 12 BLOCK 714-33-204-015
Fencing: Fenced

Water: Public SewerPublic

Source: rmlsa

This listing courtesy of Linda P Kepple , Keller Williams Premier Realty

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Location

Schools Nearby

Glen Oak Community Learning Center

2100 N Wisconsin Ave, Peoria, IL, 61603

Grades KG-8

0.93 miles away

Von Steuben Middle School

801 E Forrest Hill Ave, Peoria, IL, 61603

Grades 5-8

0.43 miles away

Peoria High School

1615 N North St, Peoria, IL, 61604

Grades 9-12

1.24 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.