1229 S 8th St

804 Sq. Ft.
$127 / Sq. Ft.
804
Sq. Ft.
$127
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 1229 S 8th St, Pekin, IL a fully updated, move-in-ready home offering modern upgrades and long-term peace of mind. Ideal for first-time homebuyers or investors, this property features extensive 2025 renovations including a new furnace, water heater, updated plumbing, updated electrical, and new basement windows. The interior showcases a beautifully remodeled kitchen and bathroom, complemented by new flooring throughout, creating a clean, contemporary living space. With major mechanical...Welcome to 1229 S 8th St, Pekin, IL a fully updated, move-in-ready home offering modern upgrades and long-term peace of mind. Ideal for first-time homebuyers or investors, this property features extensive 2025 renovations including a new furnace, water heater, updated plumbing, updated electrical, and new basement windows. The interior showcases a beautifully remodeled kitchen and bathroom, complemented by new flooring throughout, creating a clean, contemporary living space. With major mechanical systems already replaced, this home offers low maintenance ownership and turnkey condition. Conveniently located in Pekin, this property is a strong option for Owner occupants or rental investment. Schedule your private showing today
  1. Listed by Ryan Tucker • Keller Williams Revolution

Property Details for 1229 South 8th Street

Architectural Style
Bungalow
Subdivision Name
Pekin Gardens
LISTING UPDATED: 02/26/2026 02:01 PM

Property Details for 1229 South 8th Street

StatusSold
MLS #PA1262320
Days on Market75
Taxes$2,037 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1923
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,500 SF
CountyTazewell County

Location

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Sold By Adam Merrick Real Estate

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Building Information for 1229 South 8th Street

Stories-Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,500 SF

Payment Calculator

$665 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$495

Property Taxes

$170

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1229 South 8th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Pekin
  • County Or Parish: Tazewell
  • Directions: Corner of 8th and Derby
  • Latitude: 40.556713
  • Longitude: -89.641603
  • MLSArea Minor: PAAR Area
  • Postal Code: 61554
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 04-10-02-315-017
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,037
  • Tax Legal Description: SEC 2 T24N R5W PEKIN GARDENS ADDN LOT 10 BLK 29 SW 1/4
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School: Pekin Community
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved
  • Garage: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 804.0
  • Living Area: 804.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50x110
  • 100 Year Plain: No
Farm Information
  • Zoned Agricultural: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Green Energy Efficient: High Efficiency Heating
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Electric Water Heater
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 804.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 0.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 8
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 10
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 1229 South 8th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 23, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1929473055

$102,000

+1244.4% / yr

Feb 23, 2026

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1262320

$102,000—
Jan 24, 2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1262320

—
Dec 17, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #1262320

—
Dec 17, 2025

Price Change

MRED #1262320

$104,900—
Nov 10, 2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1262320

$104,900—
Nov 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #1262320

$110,000—
Nov 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1262320

$110,000—
Jul 9, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1904600745

$20,000

-46.2% / yr

Jul 9, 2025

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1256669

$20,000—
Jun 13, 2025

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1256669

—
Jun 12, 2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1256669

$24,500—
Mar 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1256669

$34,900—
Nov 18, 2024

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1254058

$30,000—
Nov 12, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1545276442

$30,000—
Nov 4, 2024

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1254058

—
Oct 22, 2024

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1254058

$34,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/23/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1929473055

$102,000

+1244.4% / yr

02/23/2026

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1262320

$102,000
01/24/2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1262320

—
12/17/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #1262320

—
12/17/2025

Price Change

MRED #1262320

$104,900
11/10/2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1262320

$104,900
11/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #1262320

$110,000
11/10/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1262320

$110,000
07/09/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1904600745

$20,000

-46.2% / yr

07/09/2025

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1256669

$20,000
06/13/2025

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1256669

—
06/12/2025

Price Change

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1256669

$24,500
03/21/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1256669

$34,900
11/18/2024

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1254058

$30,000
11/12/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1545276442

$30,000
11/04/2024

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1254058

—
10/22/2024

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1254058

$34,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1229 South 8th Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,700Additions$20,050Total$22,750
Tax Record2024$2,037 ($170 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt804 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt804 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,663 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923Year Renovated1950CountyTAZEWELLAPN04-10-02-315-017

Schools near 1229 South 8th Street

This home is within Pekin Community School District 303.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 4 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jefferson Elementary School
PublicK to 3

Wilson Intermediate School
Public4 to 6

Broadmoor Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Pekin Community High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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