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El Vista's views of restaurants, parks and the interstate
El Vista translates to “the view” in Spanish, but the view in this Peoria subdivision might look different than in other locations. The neighborhood is within walking distance of many city amenities, from the interstate along the eastern side to parks, restaurants and grocery stores. Further, this subdivision’s housing prices are lower than those of some surrounding neighborhoods, attracting those moving from Chicago to Peoria for the city feel and lower cost of living.
40s and 50s Cape Cods along narrow streets
Most of the homes in El Vista are Cape Cods built in the 40s and 50s, though homebuyers might find the occasional bungalow or ranch-style home mixed in. Grassy lawns run right to the curb, uninterrupted by sidewalks or other walkways. Some homes have paved driveways, while others park in the front yard instead. Homes here typically sell between $50,000 and $175,000, which is lower than nearby subdivisions like Forest Hills.
Homes in El Vista range in price from $50,000 to $175,000.
Many updated bungalow style homes can be found throughout El Vista.
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Parks and golf courses along Sterling Avenue
Schmoeger Park sits between El Vista and the interstate within walking distance of homes, offering a playground and soccer fields. While this is the only park in the neighborhood, others are just down Sterling Avenue. Newman Golf Course is a full course managed by the Peoria Park District. Bradley Park stretches across 140 acres along Dry Run Creek. A Japanese bridge flanked by shrine gates goes over the creek, connecting visitors with the baseball fields, tennis courts, disc golf course and dog park.
Kids flock to the playground at Schmoeger Park after school.
Laura Bradley Park features a frisbee golf course.
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Getting around Peoria by bus or I-74
When getting around the area, Sterling and Forrest Hill avenues link residents with nearby amenities. Buses powered by CityLink also stop along these thoroughfares for an alternative way to get around. Interstate 74, just east of El Vista, gets motorists to downtown Peoria, about 4 miles away, and the cluster of hospitals like OSF Forest Park, about 3.5 miles away. “I have a friend who moved from Chicago, and she always said, ‘I can wake up, go to work, drop my kids off at school and show up 15 minutes later to work, and in Chicago, this would’ve taken an hour or an hour and a half,’” says Realtor Rhonda Milburn with Keller Williams Premier Realty. General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is about 7.5 miles from this community.
Fried chicken, Chinese and breakfast restaurants near El Vista
Sterling Bazaar is a shopping center just across Sterling Avenue from El Vista, where people can stop at Kroger or the restaurants. Louie Legends is here, offering classic fast foods like fried chicken and more unique menu items like Philly cheesesteak egg rolls and gizzards. Golden Kitchen Restaurant has Chinese fare. The restaurants and grocery stores are only half a mile away, so residents can walk to them. On the other side of the interstate, Childer’s Eatery is a go-to breakfast and lunch spot that’s been open for 30 years. Walmart and Aldi are also over on this side of I-74, about 1 mile from El Vista.
Louie Legends offers classic fast food like fried chicken.
ALDI in El Vista has discount groceries at affordable prices.
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El Vista students attend Illinois's oldest high school
For kindergarten through fourth grade, students head to Dr. Maude A. Sanders Primary School. Both it and Sterling Middle School receive C-minus rankings from Niche. C-rated Peoria High School originally opened in 1856, making it the oldest continuously functioning high school in Illinois.
Sterling Middle School challenges and encourages children to learn.
Peoria High School offers plenty of AP and Honors courses.
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Arts festivals and farmers markets along the river
For over 60 years, Peoria has hosted the Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair every September, featuring local artists in the booths along the riverfront in downtown Peoria. “It’s in the top 100 art fairs in the country,” Milburn says. “It’s great for adults and kids. They serve alcohol and food, so it’s not all kid centered.” The Peoria Area Farmers Market runs from May to September along the riverfront, featuring local produce, baked foods and fresh flowers. There’s also live music every week.
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Parks in this Area
Laura Bradley Park
Schmoeger Park
Transit
Airport
General Downing - Peoria International
16 min drive
Bus
Gale And Reservoir
Bus
Gale And Leroy
Bus
Forest Hill And El Vista
Bus
3200 Gale
Bus
Forest Hill & Store
Bus
Gale And Richwoods
Bus
Sterilng And Gale
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
El Vista
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in El Vista, Peoria sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in El Vista, Peoria over the last 12 months is $77,238, up 12% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,054
Median Age
41
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,550
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,629
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
32.8%
Advanced Degrees
10.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
47.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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