Speer offers wide-open skies, quiet country roads, and quick connections to small-town amenities and city conveniences. Set amid rolling fields in Stark County, this rural community enjoys easy access up and down Illinois Route 40 and sits within a comfortable drive of Peoria for major employers, shopping, and entertainment.
Families here are served by Princeville Community Unit School District 326, where teachers know their students and programs span academics, arts, and athletics; learn more at the district’s official site at Princeville CUSD 326. Lifelong learners appreciate the nearby Lillie M. Evans Library District, which hosts story times, makerspace activities, and community events at Lillie M. Evans Library District. Outdoor time comes naturally: the crushed-limestone path and prairie views of Rock Island Trail State Park are minutes away and perfect for biking or jogging at Rock Island Trail State Park, while equestrians, hikers, and picnickers find wooded retreats and seasonal wildflowers at Jubilee College State Park.
History buffs can explore regional heritage, vintage equipment, and rotating exhibits at the Princeville Heritage Museum, a local favorite at Princeville Heritage Museum. For healthcare, residents look to nationally recognized OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, with specialty care and 24/7 emergency services at OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center.
Whether you’re seeking acreage for a hobby farm or a move-in-ready home with room to breathe, Speer delivers a relaxed pace with practical access to what matters. If you’re ready to buy or sell, Agent Pronto can introduce you to a trusted local real estate professional who knows the area inside and out.