5008 Knoxville Ave

The north end of Peoria overlooks Peoria Lake and offers a park-like atmosphere. North Peoria stretches from the lake to the intersection at Interstate 474 and 74, offering commuters easy interstate access. Forest Park Nature Center provides over 500 acres of nature preserve with scenic trails, a natural history museum, and a bird observatory, while Donovan Park consists of peaceful parkland, cross-country ski slopes, and the Northmoor Observatory. Aside from outdoor recreation and exploration, North Peoria’s active residents enjoy shopping and dining as well. Northwoods Mall is a great place to find brand-name retailers and family-friendly entertainment, and there are several other shopping centers in the area. Great public schools, Bradley University, Peoria Zoo, and Peoria Riverfront Museum are all within reach of North Peoria. Abundant affordable apartments and charming single-family homes are available for rent in this lakefront community.