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605 University Avenue

Bloomington, IL 61701

4 beds
3 baths
3,228 sqft
4,320 sqft lot
$77 per sqft
1925 build
– on site

Pride of ownership shines throughout this vintage beauty nestled in a quiet neighborhood with convenient access to Illinois Wesleyan, the Constitution Trail and both the downtown Bloomington and uptown Normal areas. Situated directly across from Fell Park, 605 University Ave, Bloomington offers tons of space with options for many different living arrangements. The grand, covered front porch adds a welcoming touch to the home's curb appeal right along with a lovely front garden area, and provides a private retreat to relax and enjoy the beautiful neighborhood throughout the seasons. The main floor features a cozy foyer with beautiful staircase, French doors leading to the generous living room with wood burning fireplace, adjacent dining room with plenty of natural light and pass-through to the fun, renovated kitchen featuring quartz counters and melamine flooring, full bathroom, and two large bedrooms (larger of the two currently being used as a library). The second floor features two roomy bedrooms, an open office area, second full bath and extra storage. The large, partially finished basement with its own exterior alley access is host to a laundry/utility area, workshop, third full bathroom and sprawling studio room with a kitchenette (currently no oven but gas hookup is present) and insulated/vented ceiling. The back of the property features a privacy-fenced patio/courtyard area for low-maintenance relaxing and entertaining and an older 1-car garage off the alley (current owners have never used for parking). The opportunities are endless with this home - plenty of room for multi-generational owners, roommates or anyone looking for a little extra living space and storage - don't miss out!

Listing courtesy of MRED / Keller Williams Revolution as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 15, 2025 •

MLS# 12303577 —

The Building

Year Built:

1925
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Partially Finished, Full
Foundation Details:

Brick/Mortar
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio, Porch
Disability Access:

No
Total SqFt:

1974
Total SqFt:

3228
Below Grade Finished Area:

35
Main SqFt:

1254
Upper SqFt:

720
Basement SqFt:

1254
Unfinished Basement SqFt:

1219
Living Area Source:

Estimated

Interior

Room Type:

Other Room, Office
Rooms Total:

9
Interior Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Separate Dining Room
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Flooring:

Hardwood

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3228

Location

Directions:

West on University off Clinton Blvd.
Location:

97081
Location:

97023

The Property

Parcel Number:

1433477017
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Size Dimensions:

45 X 96
Zero Lot Line:

No
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

4448.78

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Schools

Elementary School:

Bent 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:

Not Applicable
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

1
Parking Features:

On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

1

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$250,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,338
Taxes	$370
Insurance	$68
Utilities	$222 See report
Total	$1,998/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/14/25 Apr 14, 2025	Pending	MRED	$250,000
3/22/25 Mar 22, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$250,000
3/11/25 Mar 11, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$250,000	85.2% (5.4% / YR)

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This house located in White Place Historic District, Bloomington, IL 61701 is currently pending sale for $250,000. 605 University Avenue is a 3,228 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 42 days. 605 University Avenue is in the White Place Historic District neighborhood of Bloomington and has a WalkScore® of 62, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Bloomington Jr High School, Bent Elementary School, and Bloomington High School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Keller Williams Revolution, and Erin Burns as distributed by MLS GRID.

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