Step in to timeless elegance as you enter this rare architectural treasure perched on a sprawling lot with breathing views, steps away from Grandview Drive and in the heart of Peoria Heights! Designed by renowned architects, J. Fletcher Lankton and John Zeigle, this very special 6 bedroom, 5 bath home, including 3 en suites and in laws private apartment, this all brick and stone home sits on a nearly one acre lot. This show piece, blends luxurious living and historic charm. Enter the curved open foyer with a winding staircase and floor to ceiling windows, while noticing the hand laid, pristine marble flooring. The large open kitchen/family room and butlers pantry make it the perfect home for entertaining! Backed by sweeping views of the Illinois river and valley, the house features multiple picture windows and balconies that highlight the ever changing seasonal views. Sitting on the POINT of Prospect Road, this home boasts private yards in both the front and back. While in the heart of Peoria Heights, one feels the privacy of being in the country. Entertaining spaces galore, don't miss the finished walk out basement including a family room with fireplace and featuring a custom wet bar reminiscent of a prohibition era speakeasy! A newly epoxied 3 car garage adds to the very special details of this home. The spectacular home, lived in by only 2 families, is waiting for you to steward as the third. See associated docs for a long list of updates and original features!
Sold for $975,000
$975,000
5038 N Prospect Rd, Peoria Heights, IL 61616
6beds
7,042sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1936
0.75 Acres Lot
$956,600 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$3,794 Estimated rent
Home value
$956,600
$909,000 - $1.00M
$3,794/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 02, 2025 at 12:01pm
Listed by:
Laurie Pearl Williams 309-208-8787,
Keller Williams Premier Realty
Bought with:
Laurie Pearl Williams, 475136403
Keller Williams Premier Realty
Source: RMLS Alliance,MLS#: PA1260645
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15ft 3in x 18ft 3in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15ft 1in x 14ft 5in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15ft 1in x 23ft 9in
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 10ft 8in x 12ft 4in
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11ft 1in x 13ft 6in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 6in x 18ft 1in
Other
- Area: 1987
Additional room
- Description: Sitting Room
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 14ft 2in x 14ft 1in
Additional room 2
- Description: Covered Patio
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 29ft 9in x 17ft 6in
Family room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 24ft 4in x 11ft 1in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13ft 6in x 16ft 8in
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 17ft 0in x 16ft 2in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 29ft 9in x 17ft 18in
Main level
- Area: 2389
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 29ft 9in x 20ft 0in
Upper level
- Area: 2666
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Zoned, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), In-Law Floorplan, Wet Bar, High Speed Internet
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Attic: Storage
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Wood Burning, Den, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,055
- Total interior livable area: 7,042 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Details: Number Of Garage Remotes: 0
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Dimensions: 130 x 300 x 65 x 300
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1422176008
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Block, Brick, Stone, Concrete
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Peoria Heights
- Subdivision: Prospect Heights
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 | Sold | $975,000-2%$138/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance #PA1260645 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2025 | Pending sale | $995,000$141/sqft |
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| 9/23/2025 | Contingent | $995,000$141/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000$141/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance #PA1260645 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $28,643 +4.2% | $346,390 +9% |
| 2023 | $27,490 -2.6% | $317,790 -0.3% |
| 2022 | $28,231 +3.3% | $318,720 +5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61616
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Peoria Heights Grade SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Peoria Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Peoria Heights
Source: RMLS Alliance. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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