1218 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554
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SOLD
AUG 28, 2026

$126,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,576 sqft

1218 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554

Est. Refi. Payment $956/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 28, 2026 for $119,990

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$126K
Since last month
Increased$11K (+9.4%)
Since last year
Increased$27K (+27.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$6K (+5.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +61% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$126K
August 2026$126K
July 2026$116K
June 2026$120K
April 2026$107K
March 2026$103K
February 2026$105K
January 2026$102K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1208 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$103,000
07/22/26
3
1
832
283 Herman St, Pekin, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$106,000
07/31/26
2
1
1,284
1503 Summer St, Pekin, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$125,100
05/29/26
2
1
1,369
1107 Mechanic St, Pekin, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$117,650
12/05/25
3
2
1,318
1111 S 6th St, Pekin, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$110,000
03/25/26
3
1
1,732
1224 S 5th St, Pekin, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$105,000
10/15/25
3
1
1,378
1128 Summer St, Pekin, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$108,500
07/31/26
2
1
1,248
275 Derby St, Pekin, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$69,900
09/26/25
3
1
960

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1221 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.04
$132,900
3
1.5
1,113
Off Market
1208 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.04
$103,000
3
1
832
Recently Sold
1233 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.03
$143,400
3
2
1,580
Off Market
1205 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.07
$96,500
2
1
1,216
Off Market
1202 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.07
$68,900
2
1
795
Off Market
1235 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.04
$162,800
4
2
1,856
Off Market
1203 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.08
$85,000
2
1.5
900
Recently Sold
1122 Mechanic St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.09
$79,000
2
1
808
Recently Sold
1225 Summer St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.06
$102,300
2
1
1,115
Off Market
309 Charles St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.09
$82,700
2
1.5
728
Off Market
1118 Mechanic St, Pekin, IL 61554
0.10
$45,300
1
1
396
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1937
1,576 sqft
$76/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

It's finally here—the 1.5-story home under $120,000 you've been waiting for! From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the welcoming curb appeal featuring a full covered front porch with the perfect place to relax. Step inside and fall in love with the inviting open floor plan where the spacious living room flows effortlessly into the formal dining room, creating the ideal space for entertaining family and friends. The beautifully updated main bathroom features a stunning floor-to-ceiling tiled shower with a glass door, tiled flooring, an updated vanity, and modern fixtures. The kitchen offers a functional layout with plenty of space to prepare your favorite meals. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms, one featuring a convenient quarter bath and the other showcasing charming built-in cabinetry, along with a dedicated office space perfect for working from home or your favorite hobbies. Outside, enjoy the huge backyard with endless possibilities for gatherings, gardening, play, or simply making lasting memories. This home offers the charm, updates, and space you've been searching for at an incredible price—schedule your private showing today before it's gone!
1218 S 3rd St, Pekin, IL 61554 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,576 sqft single-family home built in 1937. It last sold for the $119,990 asking price on Aug 28, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $126,300, with a rent estimate of $1,483/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Jill Barclay, (309) 634-1118
eXp Realty
Bought with: Jim L Mitzelfelt, Century 21 Lincoln National Re
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#PA1267791
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-09-13 00:42:27 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Click here for more information

Home Details for 1218 S 3rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Additional Level, Kitchen, Living Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Third Floor, Upper Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1576 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Range Hood, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFoundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 26

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1937
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 041003407008

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $119,990Price Per Sqft: $76/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: PekinCommunity: HAAS
School Information
High School: Pekin Community

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1576 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Peoria Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10496 sqft

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PA1267791Attribution Contact: Mobile: 309-634-1118

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 28, 2026
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1267791
Sold
$119,990
Jul 21, 2026
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1267791
Pending
$119,990
Jun 25, 2026
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1267791
PriceChange
$119,990
Price increased by 0%
May 26, 2026
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$119,900

Market trends in Pekin

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$146K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.4%
Price per sq ft
$96
$0MoM
Available listings
111
3MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Pekin

At least 188 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 20 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Tyler Hinspeter
    "Very nice Area, friendly neighbors, and easy to access local area. Easy access to Peoria and much safer"
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  • Jaymie G.
    "Pekin is a nice town with some really nice neighborhoods to raise children in. neighbors know each other and look out for one another for the most part. The high school is unbelievable with programs like no other and I grew up in a big city. "
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  • Benja.white
    "Sat night happy hours and community cleanups of the lake where everyone pitches in to pick out garbage and litter."
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  • Tylerhitesman
    "the police department is a block away from the library and near the daycares. the streets are well maintained and crime is very minimum. "
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  • Jaymie G.
    "friendly smaller town, an easy drive to Chicago or St Louis. a little closer to neighbors than I'd like but I love Pekin "
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  • Rowanp10
    "good not far 1 mile to every thing stores parks pool and restaurants fast food gyms hotels bowling and the movies"
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  • Mikedpruitt00
    "There are a lot of places to walk and lots of dogs in the area. Also there is a dog park where there are lots of dogs and there are a lot of vets and pet stores in town and most of the population has dogs or some kind of animals. Great place to live and walk and own dogs "
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  • K-m
    "I have lived here most of my life and purchased a home on the same street I was raised on. Good neighborhood to raise my kid."
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  • Ryanhanson0822
    "Safe environment for children, well maintained area, very quiet, clean, neighbors are nice, best of all near by grocery store "
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  • Dawn L.
    "My neighborhood is a combination of people who rent and home owners. I don’t know many of my neighbors. We all keep to ourselves pretty much. "
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  • Brandonsgirl81
    "I use my own truck and the roads are not kept up very well here in town. Other than that I think the commute is fine "
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  • Brandonsgirl81
    "I drive myself. The roads are not maintained. There has been many complaints to the city but yet nothing has been done about it."
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  • Dmemmons1
    "Children run loose and don’t watch for cars and one of these days somebody is going to get seriously hurt. "
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  • Drupc09
    "the dog park, but there still needs to be more places for dogs. also, some festivals are not seemingly dog friendly."
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  • Emmycooper880
    "I’ve lived around here all of my life, it’s so friendly and very quiet. I highly recommend this neighborhood."
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  • JMA
    "the street is way too busy. too dangerous in case your pet gets out of your yard. neighborhood is not one that has a lot of people out and about during the daytime. "
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  • Tracy Heine
    "We have lived on this street for over 20 years and raised our family here. We have experienced awesome neighbors that take care of each other, quiet cul-de-sac street, great views and park-like setting right from our deck with wildlife."
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  • Josh B.
    "Neighbors are great, and there's a sense of community and safety. Everyone looks out for another. Quiet area and good for walking around. "
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  • Tj.al.follis
    "It’s a very friendly and peaceful neighborhood and the elementary school and junior high are only a block away. Never had any problems with crime. "
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  • Thatfisherguy0305
    "ita a great community as long as you are cllose with your kids. there is alot of drugs around here but if you and your children are good then you got nothong to worry about"
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  • Lisa
    "Not a lot of people. I've been here forever so I know the people that are here. I haven't any neighbors around me at the moment."
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  • Kwaremburg
    "It's quiet and respectful neighbors. I've lived here for about 3 years and I love the neighborhood. everyone is friendly and says hello when they see you"
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  • Kim
    "Grew up here. Raised my kid here. Good neighborhood. Well built homes. Kids I grew up with also bought homes here. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1218 S 3rd St

  • What is 1218 S 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1218 S 3rd St in Pekin, IL is $126,300.
  • What is the price history for 1218 S 3rd St?
    1218 S 3rd St in Pekin, IL last sold for $119,990 in August 2026.
  • Is Pekin a buyer's or seller's market?
    Pekin is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Pekin?
    The median sale price in Pekin is $146K. That is up $5K from the prior month.
  • Does 1218 S 3rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1218 S 3rd St in Pekin, IL has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 1218 S 3rd St?
    The lot at 1218 S 3rd St in Pekin, IL is about 0.24 acres (10,496 sq ft).

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