Price reduced on this home that you don't want to miss! -- A majestic 3-story home on 2.3 acres built in 1878 by Richard M. Skinner, a prominent Princeton lawyer, Circuit Court Judge, and mayor of Princeton. The wide porch across the front of the home has scrolled arches, and a large bay window on the side adds to the home's charm. This home is known to Princeton residents as "the home with the deer," because of the iron deer that was imported from Italy in 1896 by Richard M. Skinner. The inside of the home is spectacular with beautiful oak hardwood floors and six fireplaces throughout the home. The kitchen has been tastefully updated with new cabinets, a center island, and all new stainless steel appliances. 6 bedrooms and 2 baths make up the 2nd floor, plus two additional rooms which were known as the maid's quarters. The 3rd floor has all new windows plus 3 rooms ready to carpet and a full bath. A gardener's house in the back matches the main dwelling but with a unique roof design, and a 2-car garage is also in the back. A great feature of this home is the 2.3 acres of land that goes with this home. The back yard is large, plus a grassy field out back with a large work shop is included, giving the buyer all kinds of options. Opportunities like this don't come along very often, so come see today if this is the home you've been waiting for!
Closed
$375,000
627 E Peru St, Princeton, IL 61356
6beds
4,162sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1898
2.30 Acres lot
$384,700 Zestimate®
$90/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 24, 2025 at 09:06am
Listing courtesy of:
Roxana Noble 815-878-7171,
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS®
Bought with:
Roxana Noble
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS®
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12140766

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Other
- Level: Attic
- Area: 396 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X22
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X21
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Closet, Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X19
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X21
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Porch Screened
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other, Den/Library, Dining Room, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,162
- Total interior livable area: 4,162 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Open
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Driveway (Gravel)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch Screened
Lot
- Size: 2.30 Acres
- Dimensions: 124' X 633' + 88' X 276'
- Features: Common Grounds, Mature Trees, Level, Streetlights
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 1616280006
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1898
- Major remodel year: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Princeton
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Leasehold
Services availability

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