Illinois Valley Homes A NewsTribune Publication | January 14, 2026
MLS# 12434184 - 443 E. Peru St., Princeton - $275,000 FEATURED PROPERTY
Character, charm, and the beauty of nature combine in this iconic Princeton home. This 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath 2-story home offers ample living space. The main floor consists of a large, updated kitchen with an island, dining and living rooms, sunroom, full bathroom, and laundry. Built-in features consist of 9-foot ceilings, original (unpainted!) trim, detailed millwork, framed windows, French doors, and a gorgeous banister. On the second floor are 3 bedrooms, a full bath, a kitchenette space, and a bonus room. With options for storage in the walk-up attic and the full, dry basement, you’ll have plenty of room for all of your items. What makes this property distinctive is the serenity found in the backyard oasis! Offering both peace and privacy, this haven has been professionally landscaped and showcases a multi-tiered naturallook water fountain. A stamped concrete patio connects to a large wooden deck. For colder evenings, gather around the firepit and relax in the Adironak chairs (included). An oversized heated 2-car garage has an attached storage shed/workshop. This home is well-maintained and move-in ready. New radon mitigation system installed 2025. Generac generator. Roof, furnace, AC, and water heater all new in 2019. Just a few blocks from Princeton’s South Main Street shopping district.
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