Bay View Gardens, IL
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- 482 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Bay View Gardens is a small, peaceful village set along the wooded bluffs of the Illinois River in Woodford County. With just a few hundred residents, the community sits right off Illinois Route 26, just south of Spring Bay. The residential streets branch off the highway into the hills, giving the neighborhood a quiet, scenic feel while keeping you within an easy 15-minute drive of Peoria.
Life here is simple and relaxed, offering plenty of privacy along with quick access to the river. Local students attend the well-regarded Metamora school system, including Metamora Township High School. It makes a great fit for anyone looking for a quiet bluffside setting with an effortless commute to jobs, dining, and shopping across the Peoria area.
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