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1210 E Oakland Avenue

Bloomington, IL 61701

3 beds
3 baths
2,853 sqft
9,583 sqft lot
$106 per sqft
1913 build
– on site

Step into a storybook at 1210 E. Oakland Ave., a 1913 treasure just off the edge of Bloomington's cherished Founders Grove. This reimagined 2-story home, with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a finished basement, and a 2-car garage, marries vintage charm with modern elegance. From the sprawling front porch, the home's timeless curb appeal whispers of cozy evenings and warm welcomes. Inside, history and heart intertwine-exposed brick, wood beams, custom millwork, and a stained-glass window glow alongside a cozy window seat. The 2024 kitchen, the home's beating heart, dazzles with custom soft-close cabinets, butcher block countertops, LVP flooring, stainless appliances, and a shiplap accent wall. The main floor unfolds with a spacious family room featuring a new walk-in coat closet, a formal dining room, a remodeled powder room, and a bright 3-season room gazing over the lush backyard. Outside, a fully fenced oasis awaits, with a deck, water garden, solar-lit stone path, and a foliage-draped arbor leading to a firepit-perfect for starlit gatherings. Upstairs, three bedrooms include a grand primary suite with a walk-in closet. The bright basement offers a rec area, full bath, laundry with mud sink, and ample storage, redefining old-home charm. Nearly every detail has been touched in the last two years: new roof, HVAC, water heater, most windows, refinished hardwood floors, updated electrical, plumbing, sewer line, and fully remodeled kitchen and baths. A full list of upgrades is available, but this home speaks for itself-a seamless blend of past and present, ready for your next chapter. *Extra Benefit: Electric car charger added in front driveway. **Extra Extra Benefit: For the history lovers...There is some speculation that this also MIGHT just be a Sears home!

Listing courtesy of MRED / RE/MAX Rising as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 26, 2025 •

MLS# 12329158 —

The Building

Year Built:

1913
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Vinyl Siding, Brick
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Finished, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Full
Foundation Details:

Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features:

Fire Pit, Lighting
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Total SqFt:

2016
Total SqFt:

2853
Below Grade Finished Area:

837
Main SqFt:

1179
Upper SqFt:

837
Basement SqFt:

837
Living Area Source:

Estimated
Window Features:

Screens, Insulated Windows

Interior

Room Type:

Heated Sun Room
Rooms Total:

7
Interior Features:

Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup
Flooring:

Hardwood

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2853

Location

Directions:

EAST on Oakland from Morrissey/Hannah. House is on NORTH side of street, across from Harbord Drive.
Location:

97105

The Property

Parcel Number:

2103379021
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Features:

Landscaped, Mature Trees, Garden
Lot Size Dimensions:

50 X 191
Lot Size Acres:

0.22
Zero Lot Line:

No
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Fencing:

Fenced, Wood
Waterfront Features:

Pond

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

4689

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven

Schools

Elementary School:

Washington Elementary
Elementary School District:

87
Middle Or Junior School:

Bloomington Jr High School
Middle Or Junior School District:

87
High School:

Bloomington High School
High School District:

87

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Founders Grove
Community Features:

Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

7
Parking Features:

Gravel, Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Garage Spaces:

2

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Workshop

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$305,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,633
Taxes	$390
Insurance	$83
Utilities	$213 See report
Total	$2,319/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/26/25 Apr 26, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$305,000	-0.5%
8/29/24 Aug 29, 2024		MRED	$306,500	3.9%
8/5/24 Aug 5, 2024		MRED	$295,000

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Similar homes that sold in bidding wars went $15k above asking price on average, but some went as high as $45k over asking price.

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This house located in Paradise, Bloomington, IL 61701 is currently for sale for $305,000. 1210 E Oakland Avenue is a 2,853 square foot house with 3 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 0 days. 1210 E Oakland Avenue is in the Paradise neighborhood of Bloomington and has a WalkScore® of 60, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Bloomington High School, Washington Elementary School, and Bloomington Jr High School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, RE/MAX Rising, and Sean Caldwell as distributed by MLS GRID.

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