North Peoria · First-Time Buyers
First-Time Home Buyers in North Peoria
Your first home, explained step by step, with every cost laid out before you commit.
First-time home buyers in North Peoria: what you get
If you're one of the first-time home buyers in North Peoria wondering where to start, start with a conversation. No obligation, and no question is too basic.
A first home costs more than the price. We'll go over the down payment, closing costs, insurance and Illinois property taxes before you fall for a house.
Why North Peoria buyers work with me
I'm Shannan Werckle, a Broker-REALTOR® with eXp Realty and the name behind Greater Peoria Living. North Peoria is where I do much of my work, and I know its subdivisions and condo communities street by street.
I'll introduce you to lenders I trust so your pre-approval is solid, and point out tax exemptions you may be able to apply for once you own the home. Always confirm with your county assessor.
North of Route 6, most homes were built from the early 1990s to 2010, and the biggest building boom ran from 2000 to 2007.
How it works in North Peoria
- What you want, and what you can comfortably spend
- Every cost of a first home, laid out up front
- Touring homes with someone who tells you what the listing leaves out
- Offer options side by side
- A short video when you're under contract, then milestone updates to closing
For the full picture, see how I help buyers, or read more about first-time home buyers in Greater Peoria. You can also see the North Peoria overview. When you're ready, tell me about your plans or call (309) 740-0990.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do first-time buyers start?
With a conversation about what you want and what you can comfortably spend, then a pre-approval from a lender. I'll introduce you to lenders I trust.
Is North Peoria in the Peoria or Dunlap school district?
It depends on the address. Most homes north of Willow Knolls Road are in Dunlap School District 323, and most south of it are in Peoria District 150, but the boundary zigzags, so I always check.
North Peoria
What first-time buyers looks like in North Peoria
Peoria's north side, where I do much of my work, with quick access to Route 6.
- The homes
- Between War Memorial Drive and Route 6, most homes and subdivisions were built in the 1960s and 1970s, with Northgate Park from the late 1980s to the mid-1990s. North of Route 6, most homes were built from the early 1990s to 2010, with the biggest building boom from 2000 to 2007 and slower building since. Several condo communities sit close together along Willow Knolls Road.
- Schools people ask about
- Either Peoria Public Schools District 150 (Richwoods High School) or Dunlap School District 323 (Dunlap High School). Most homes north of Willow Knolls Road are in Dunlap, most south of it are in Peoria, and the line zigzags, so it's always worth checking a specific address.
- Getting around
- Allen Road runs north from War Memorial Drive, past the Pioneer Industrial Park, to Route 6. Willow Knolls Road crosses Allen Road and is roughly where the Peoria and Dunlap school districts meet.
First-Time Buyers: keep exploring
Ready to make your move with Shannan?