Uplands pairs collegiate energy with historic character, offering tree-canopied blocks of early-1900s Craftsman, American Foursquare, and Tudor Revival homes. Its walkable streets place you near Peoria’s Main Street corridor, where coffeehouses, eateries, and indie shops hum throughout the day. Just to the west, Bradley Park unfurls ravines, trails, a dog park, tennis courts, and a popular disc golf course—an everyday escape that feels like a bonus backyard.
Academics are a cornerstone here. Bradley University anchors the neighborhood with lectures, performances, and Division I athletics that residents can enjoy. Families appreciate that the area is served by Peoria Public Schools; many can walk to Whittier Primary School, with options including Washington Gifted Middle School and Peoria High School for older students. Cultural outings are effortless: the acclaimed Peoria Riverfront Museum sits just minutes away downtown, and the Peoria Zoo and Glen Oak Park broaden weekend possibilities.
Daily living is straightforward. Uplands offers quick commutes to major employers and medical centers, plus easy access to restaurants in nearby Peoria Heights. County services and regional amenities across Peoria County are a short drive, while neighborhood events keep a friendly, front-porch rhythm to the calendar.
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