1508 James Rd, Pekin, IL 61554
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1508 James Rd
Pekin, IL 61554

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,193 sqft

$154,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,132/mo*
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$154,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,132/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,193 sqft

Local Information

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

Description

Welcome home to this darling, well cared for 3 bdrm brick ranch located close to Pekin's schools, hospital and within walking distance of Pekin's beautiful Park. This home has it all! A fenced-in yard, shed, finished family room in basement and lots of storage. All measurements are approximate and not guaranteed
1508 James Rd, Pekin, IL 61554 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,193 sqft single-family home built in 1959. It last sold for the $132,000 asking price on Sep 22, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $154,300, with a rent estimate of $1,513/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1508 James Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Additional Level, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Third Floor, Upper Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1193 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener OwnedMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window Treatments

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Other Parking: Number Of Garage Remotes: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,On Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Block, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 041002423005

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $132,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 952 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Peoria Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5724 sqft

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PA1244304Attribution Contact: Phone: 309-925-5000
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Pam Keller, (309) 925-5000
Sunflower Real Estate Group, LLC
Bought with: Adam J Merrick, (309) 678-3734, Adam Merrick Real Estate
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#PA1244304
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-07-20 12:02:53 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

Price History for 1508 James Rd

DatePriceEventSource
09/22/2023$132,000Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1244304
07/30/2023$132,000PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1244304
07/28/2023$132,000Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1244304
10/22/2012$84,500Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1139353

Market trends in Pekin

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$129K
$14.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
2.0%MoM
Price per sq ft
$95
$4MoM
Available listings
97
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$2,517
Assessment$102,330
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1508 James Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1501 Martha St, Pekin, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$107,900
09/08/25
3
1
1,201
1010 Black St, Pekin, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$139,900
03/20/26
3
1
1,161
1805 Center St, Pekin, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$120,000
10/10/25
2
1.5
978
1506 Anna Rd, Pekin, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$139,900
05/27/26
2
1
832
1501 Tennell Rd, Pekin, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$160,000
07/08/26
3
1
1,850
1803 Center St, Pekin, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$95,100
08/12/25
2
1
1,008
1513 Loretta St, Pekin, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$90,000
10/07/25
2
1
1,032
1512 Henry St, Pekin, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$119,900
12/15/25
3
1.5
1,386
1411 Anna Rd, Pekin, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$160,000
10/30/25
3
2
1,944

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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

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  • 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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