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15 Wolf Creek, El Paso MLs# 2132020
New Price $319,900
uPGraDEs GaLorE! this home has many upgrades and a unique 1st Floor Master Plan. Fabulous Golf Course- Lake View from Wrap around Multi- level Deck and Covered Porch. Custom amish Cabinets, Granite Counter tops Counter height Breakfast Bar and Large Pantry. Elegant Foyer with turned stair Case. Family room has Custom Wood Mantle and Vaulted Ceilings. Mater suite Features office, sumptuous Whirlpool tub and Wonderful Views. 3 Large upstairs Bedrooms have Jack and Jill Bath and Bonus room. Zoned hVaC.
VIEW tour WIth your sMartPhonE
Ivey Weaver (309) 825-6012 iveyweaver@remax.net
www.iveyweaver.com
E.P. Martin (309) 825-5930
Each Office Independently Owned and Operated.
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Mary Lou Gold (309) 287-3148
Broker Associate, GRI Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated.
www.marylougold.com | MaryLouGold@aol.com
For Open Houses and More Information go to www.MaryLouGold.com
15 Prairie Vista Village at Prairie Vista Bloomington - $383,299
2002 Privet Lane Hawthorne Hills Bloomington - $325,000
• Zero-Lot in small, private subdivision - BEST BUY! • 3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms • On Prairie Vista Golf Course • Custom Amish Cabinetry throughout • Gourmet Kitchen with Granite and Viking appliances • Travertine floors, 10’ ceilings, 4 zoned audio • Simply Gorgeous!
• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms • New in 2013; complete Master Bath Redo, Carpet, Fresh Paint • Fab Composite Deck with Fireplace for entertaining has 3 Pergolas • Newer walks, landscaping, water heater, roof and much more • Subdivision has Private Park, Lake and Tennis Courts • Great Value, Realtor Interest
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1 Boardwalk Park Place Subdivision Bloomington - $189,900
• 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths • THREE CAR GARAGE only one in the subdivision • Gorgeous Brazilian Cherry Flooring • Two Tiered Deck with firepit. • Fenced yard • New Carpet throughout
2213 Parker Park Place Subdivision Bloomington - $154,900
• 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms • New Roof 2009 • New Frise Carpet and Hardwood Flooring 2012 • Custom Wood Blinds throughout • Newer Appliances • Fenced Yard
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• 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths • New Carpet September 2013 • All Newer Appliances Stay! • Raised Deck has Composite Decking • Updated Bathrooms • Conveniently Located near Schools and Downtown
8.85 Acres = endless possibilities!!
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Nobody works as hard as we do to sell your home!
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19454 Briar | Sherwood | $629,900 Incredible home on spectacular wooded lot is stunning and spacious! There is much to see and appreciate with this home and its surroundings. Easily adaptable spaces inside and out. Main floor master suite with deck and large custom master bath with walk in tiled shower. Beautiful cherry cabinets, built -ins, mantles, and coffered ceilings. Gourmet kitchen with island, large walk in pantry, and extra butlers’ pantry for extra storage and space. Lower level with family room, large wet bar, separate wine/cigar room with wine rack and cooler. Office on main floor can be used as 4th bedroom. Four separate outdoor living spaces; screen porch, huge covered deck, patio off great room. An entertainer’s dream! South on Towanda Barnes Rd to east on Briar into Sherwood.
Call us today for your private showing. Reshma Shah SaleS Partner
2203 Eastland Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 Information believed to be accurate but not warranted. Each office independently owned and operated.
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Kathy Jensen rePa, unlicenSed
309-585-0500
J.P. Finley Broker, aSP™, Gri™, aBr™
Roxanne Huxford SaleS Partner
Visit www.JPFinley.com today!
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Happy 4tH of July from the Page 4 • Say you saw it in The Home Finder • Vol 18, October 2013 reduced
new price
608.5 oglesBy – normal
3006 THornwood
mls #2131708
mls#2133144
$459,000
$394,000
ld o s 1116 grove
$374,900 mls #2132459
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12 knollBrook
120 krispy kreme, suiTe #2 - BloomingTon
mls #2132677
mls #2133262
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$346,500
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101 kennedy - Hopedale
$259,600 mls#2131211
new price
104 ruTH
$338,500
mucH updaTing
$260,000 reduced
2109 Taylor - BloomingTon 13339 Tango – BloomingTon
$254,900
$249,900
new lisTing
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mls #2132033
mls #2131271
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3100 sHepard
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mls #2131944
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mls #2132460
$194,900 mls#2122001
$139,900
mls #2132343
$139,600
mls #2132347
$139,400
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303 easT - mclean
313 w oak – sayBrook
911 w markeT - normal
mls#2133069
mls #2131639
$119,600
mls #2130966
1302 cHallis - BloomingTon 204 division - sTanford
$129,900
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mls #2123752
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3515 cornelius
804 linden - normal
108 s main – minier
mls #2132759
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mls #2131931
mls #2113833
Cindy Eckols: 309-532-1616 Greg Lee: 309-824-5011 Cally Eckols: 309-212-7728 Courtney Mammenga (Office Manager): 309-664-3694
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mls #2122760
412 mill
$119,600
$89,900
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sTunning Home
$118,600
$84,600
$96,600
$76,000
$92,000
$49,600
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BloomingtonHomes.com NEW LISTING
104 Gladys Drive, NL | $184,900 Wonderfully updated Ranch 4 BR | 3 Full BA
31 University Ct, NL | $110,000 Great Location Near Illinois State 3 BR | 1.5 BA
1110 Hovey Ave, NL | $129,900 Wonderful Oversided Ranch 4 BR | 1 BA
210 Lake Shore Circle, BL| $214,500 Nicely Updated East Side Home 4 BR | 2.5 BA
NEW LISTING
706 / 708 Roosevelt, BL| $108,850 Duplex - MAJOR Cash Flow!!
NEW LISTING
105 S Towanda #14, NL | $89,900 Condo; Nicely Updated 2 BR | 1 BA
SOLD
1104 W College, NL | $138,500 HUGE Double Lot near Campus! 75 x 211 4 BR | 2 BA
1302 S Oak, BL | $99,900 Completley Redone!!! 3 BR |1 BA
We work with Buyers!!! Contact one of us today!
1305 Red Abbey, BL | $331,850 WOW!! No Backyard Neighbors
5BR | 3.5BA
Picture Your Home Here
NEW LISTING
SOLD
1916 Tracy #28, BL | $49,900 Nice Condo with Courtyard & Pool 2 BR | 1.5 BA | MLS# 2123475
312 E Franklin, Hudson $128,500
Great Ranch on nearly 1/2 Acre! 2 BR | 1 BA
NEW LISTING
1415 W Locust, BL | $104,500 Nicely updated - near park and school 3 BR | 1.5 BA
Price Reduced
1407 Dallas, BL | $129,900 Very spacious and open feel family room 3 BR | 1.5 BA
SOLD
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er ! h e t c o a n A F t y s t t u j e r t o P N Text or Call Me - 309·824·9016 bowz11@yahoo.com Mark Bowers
Cell: 309·287·8383 ashleybrownfield@prusny.com Ashley Brownfield, Assistant Near 16th tee on Kappa Golf Course Indian Hills
sold
Close to ISU & in Good Condition Fantastic Location
1113 N. Main • $539,900
markbowers.prusny.com/2132965
• Nice Free Standing Building, includes drive through. Plenty of parking. • N. Normal on corner of Main & Orlando.
Across from BCC
1001 Morrissey · $480,000
markbowers.prusny.com/2132424
• Corner of Morrissey and Lincoln, 1.2 acres total • 17000+ sq ft building, Showroom, office space, shop space. Building and land only
Just Reduced
11 Big Timber Rd., El Paso • $424,900 markbowers.prusny.com/2133334
• One-of-a-kind Cape Cod, Over an acre lot • Fireplace, granite countertops, ss-applncs • Full wet bar, game area, family room in basement
Cedar Ridge
6 Fox Run • $309,900
markbowers.prusny.com/2132832
• Over 5000 square feet, oversized 3-car garage • City sewer and water via the Village of Downs • Basement guest suite, kids schoolroom/play area
Quality Construction
802 N. Towanda · $249,900
markbowers.prusny.com/2123079
• Jumbo lot, extra 3-car detached garage • 25x45 concrete pool, custom built all brick ranch • Sold in as-is condition
Cedar Ridge
9590 Ridgewood Ct. • $209,900 markbowers.prusny.com/2132880
• Tri-Valley schools, wooded 3/4 acre lot • View of lake. Fruit trees, tons of privacy! • 2 walk-outs, elevated deck w/pergola
Just Listed! 2913 Bardwell · $190,900
markbowers.prusny.com/ 2131713
• Beautiful new 2-Story home by Tennis Construction! • Full unfinished basement with egress window. • Vaulted ceilings, hardwood tile flooring. Be completed in July
Fox Creek Village New Construction
sold
2904 Conlor Dr. • $189,900 markbowers.prusny.com/2133088
• Beautiful new ranch by Tennis Construction! • Open floor plan, hardwood & tile flooring • Vaulted ceilings, spacious utility room, bedrooms.
Just Reduced
2901 Bardwell • $175,500
markbowers.prusny.com/2132878
• Open floor plan with hardwood & tile flooring, vaulted ceilings • Basement framed for 3rd BR, 3rd Bath, family room. Electric run, plumbing roughed in...so its all ready for drywall!
Just Reduced
814 Sheridan • $161,900 markbowers.prusny.com/
• All brick ranch in Normal. • Backs to Colene Hoose Elementary • Beautiful screened porch, Fenced backyard.
No backyard neighbors!
9 Misty Ct. • $155,900
markbowers.prusny.com/2133088
• Vaulted ceilings, hardwood and tile floors • Full unfinished basement w/egress windows • Dues pay for indoor pool, workout & party room & lawn care
Lakeview
1205 Ogelthorpe • $144,900 markbowers.prusny.com/2132950
• 4 bedroom, 2 full baths, huge deck to party on with a beautiful Pergola • 3 car garage, finished basement
Just Listed!
sold 903 N. Linden 16B • $87,500 markbowers.prusny.com/2132661
• Everything will stay in this condo. Literally just move in. • Lake views as you sit on your deck. • Close to ISU, Constitution Trail, Uptown Normal. 20569933
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1002 Howard • $74,900
markbowers.prusny.com/2132859
• 2 Bedroom home near ISU • New roof, carpet & windows (‘12), paint, electrical panel (‘12), very deep backyard!
1533 N Hershey · $124,900
markbowers.prusny.com/2132106
• 3 Bedrooms • Partially Finished Basement • Fenced yard
1511 Forrest • $109,900
markbowers.prusny.com/2133273
• Backs up to White Oak Park area • Fenced in backyard with large deck • Master suite (22x18) has been remodeled
View all my listings at
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www.Century21AperRealty.com 2409 E. Washington, Suite B, BL • 309-664-4455
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1208 E Empire • $139,900 MLS# 2131598 JoHanna Shoemaker 309-825-3692
7603-29 E 2700 North Rd $139,900 • MLS# 2130920 Julie Slayton 309-452-2768
204 Lincoln St., Chenoa • $137,000 MLS# 2113365 Donna Benedict 309-242-8812
703 Masso St, Chenoa • $128,500 MLS# 2131651 Donna Benedict 309-242-8812
31408 Center Ct, Chenoa $104,900 • MLS# 2132021 Donna Benedict 309-242-8812
725 Sheridan St, Chenoa • $98,500 MLS# 2123791 Donna Benedict 309-242-8812
1408 W Walnut • $84,900 MLS# 2122578 Mike Manahan 309-275-0215
600 N Elm, Atlanta • $84,750 MLS# 2132951 Wayne White 309-530-5494
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224 Gerard St • $79,900 MLS# 2133326 Donna Benedict 309-242-8812
1716 Rockingham A-1 • $79,900 MLS# 2113724 Jo Shoemaker 309-825-3692
1626 W Iowa, BL • $49,000 MLS# 2133126 Mike Manahan 309-275-0215
1210 N Western, BL • $45,000 MLS# 2133093 Denice McCalip 309-824-7068
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414 S Hamilton • $49,900 MLS# 2133308 Julie Slayton 309-452-2768
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coMMerciaL LiStingS
109 northtown rd • $1,100,000 MLS# 2044615 Larry Foster 309-824-2700
109 northtown rd. Land ($500,000), building ($600,000) or both available Larry Foster 309-824-2700
902 custer ave, Pontiac • $450,000 MLS 2123531 Larry Foster 309-824-2700
1009 Maple Hill • $399,000 MLS# 2070486 Larry Foster 309-824-2700
2409 Suite a e. Washington $245,000 • MLS# 2130595 Floyd Aper 309-275-0996
lots for sale rt. 51 and I-74 $480,000 • MLS# 2103450 30.88 acres Commercial property Larry Foster 309-824-2700
1201 Major $163,000 to $218,000 4 Units – priced separately Larry Foster 309-824-2700
109 e. northtown rd. • $70,000 MLS# 2123715 Larry Foster 309-824-2700
1314 a Fort Jesse • $38,400 • MLS# 2123386 1314 c Fort Jesse • $9,600 • MLS# 2113290 Larry Foster 309-824-2700
109 e northtown rd #a • $35,000 MLS# 2123721 Larry Foster 309-824-2700
Happy Halloween from Century 21 Aper Realty.
Dennis Alexander 309-242-8836
Floyd Aper 309-275-0996
Donna Benedict 309-242-8812
Terry Brady 309-531-0282
Anna Downen 309-826-8493
Larry Foster 309-824-2700
Candy Foster 309-838-1032
Mike Manahan 309-275-0215
Denice McCalip 309-824-7068
Richard Newberry 309-287-6424
Darin Parker 309-287-0838
Ann Rosenfeld 309-825-6438
JoHanna Shoemaker 309-825-3692
Julie Slayton 309-452-2768
Ben Snyder 309-826-1817
Joe Sweeney 309-826-4755
Wayne White 309-530-5494
Gene Yeast 309-275-2073 20570563
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There’s a reason homeownership is the foundation of the American Dream. Over time, owning your home has proved to be a good decision. And while lately the economy has presented some challenges, it has also helped us focus on what matters most. It’s reminded us that home is where we make memories, build our future and feel comfortable and secure. When you’re ready, a REALTOR®, a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, can help you find the home that’s right for you. REALTORS® are prepared—to answer your questions, show you options and guide you home. Every market’s different, call a REALTOR® today.
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Private Cul-De-Sac
Gated Community
33 Stonebrook, BL $1,071,000
2 Brookridge Ct, BL $799,000
Ironwood CC
405 Northridge Estate., NL $674,900
Crestwicke Country Club Lots for Sale
Updated condo
5 Oakland Ct, BL $129,900
1717 King Unit E, NL $97,000
Charming Home 706 N Lee, BL $99,000
SOLD
Cul-De-Sac
Lot Prices $49,000-$125,000
SOLD SOLD SOLD
Camille Cornwell Broker 309-275-6713
8 Swan Lake, Bloomington
Reduced to $199,900
2400 square feet above grade. Full Brick front house on cul-de-sac and with rear lake view is ready for your special touches. This house has loads of potential given its excellent location.
921 Maple Hill Rd, Bloomington
Restaurant or Retail Space located in high traffic location. 4240 square feet, outside newly renovated.
Offered at $425,000 5302 Longfield, Bloomington
Offered at $254,900 2403 Wirsing Way, Bloomington
Super new construction with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and finished basement in Wittenberg Woods. Hardwood throughout main level, 2nd floor laundry, granite tops, maple cabinets and 3 car garage. Agent interest.
Offered at $355,000
New Construction 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in Grove Subdivision. Walkout basement with fireplace and wet bar. Hardwood throughout main level, Amish built cabinets, 2nd floor laundry. Picture of similar construction. Agent interest.
SuSanTemple.com
www.
Associate Broker, GRI
309-287-0417 | SusanTemple@kw.com Information believed to be accurate but not warranted. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated.
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2206 Eastland Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 20570654
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Contact us today for REDUCED lot prices!
Call us today for your private showing. 309-585-0500 Reshma Shah SaleS Partner
2203 Eastland Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 Information believed to be accurate but not warranted. Each office independently owned and operated.
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Kathy Jensen rePa, unlicenSed
J.P. Finley Broker, aSP™, Gri™, aBr™
Roxanne Huxford SaleS Partner
Visit www.JPFinley.com today!
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Haas Sisters
Call us, we will find YOU the right house at the BEST price!
The
Accreditied Staging Professionals
604 Highpoint, NL • $119,900
Updated and redone bi-level with 3 bedrooms in Normal, lower level family room has new carpet and fireplace, newer mechanicals, extra parking area, nice kitchen. Very sharp!
3011 Wembley Way, BL • $204,900
Custom built home with main floor master and 2 additional bedrooms up with Jack and Jill bathroom. Fully finished lower level with additional bedroom suite. Clean and well cared for!
306 Walnut, Arrowsmith • $52,900 Totally redone home with newly designed layout for more space. Updated mechanicals, new carpet and paint. Extra lot available!
817 E Jefferson, BL • $75,000
True, flat style duplex with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom in each. 3 off street parking spots, entirely separate utilities-owners pay nothing. Lower level has access to full basement with laundry hookups. Great opportunity!
903 E. Jefferson, BL • $278,000
Gorgeous Queen Anne in Davis Addition. 6 bedrooms fully finished 3rd level with own full bath. Stained glass windows, updated kitchen with granite counters. The list of exceptional detailing goes on and on.
1010 McGregor, BL • $129,900
18 Delaine, NL • $119,900
3 bedroom, 2 full bath ranch with finished lower level near ISU. Living room and family room, hardwood floors in living room and all bedrooms, attached garage. Super!
Adorable bright 3 Bedroom Ranch in Meadowbrook with spacious rooms and updated flooring, lighting and décor. New roof, windows with lifetime warranty and A/C. Great yard and wonderful location!
Buy or sell with us and you can use our FREE Moving Truck! 113 Madison, Saybrook • $69,900 512 S. Clayton, BL • $121,900
That’s right-a FREE Moving Truck! Call for details
Charming home with fabulous original wood staircase, classic features and large rooms. Formal dining room and main floor master bedroom. 2 full bathrooms, open kitchen with pantry, 2 car garage
Remodeled 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with new mechicals. Redesigned kitchen with new cabinets, flooring and appliances. New paint and carpet throughout. Excellent value
TheHaasSisters.com
Tracy Haas Riley 309-275-6590 Kristen Haas Oliver 309-838-6082
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WHO you have to list YOUR home makes a very significant difference!
We have the experience and the know how to put a SOLD sign on your property!
8717 N 2300 East Rd, Downs
1600 Windsage, NL
908 Gerike Way, BL
$389,900
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415 Fulton, Heyworth
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Happy House Haunting 406 S McLean, Hudson | $194,900
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113 Highpoint Rd, NL | $164,900
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1500 Courtland, NL | $169,900
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1403 Rosney, BL | $94,900
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Page 18 • Say you saw it in The Home Finder • Vol 18, October 2013 3280 Red Jasper, NL $234,500 Open Floor plan Brand New Roof Finished Basement No Backyard Neighbors 1603 Tompkins, NL $139,900 4 Bedroom & 2.5 Baths Huge, Fenced Yard Great Space for Price 2 Car Garage
726 Normal Ave, NL $134,500 3 Bedroom Bungalow Newly Renovated Kitchen Refinished Hardwood Floors 1 Car Garage & Extra Carport
1701 Johnson, NL · $116,900 WOW! Check out the kitchen with its maple cabinets, glass tile
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E. 1400 North Rd, Ellsworth - $225,000 2626 1475th Ave, Atlanta, IL - $218,900 25019 A home for horse lovers. Home has 4 large bedrooms situ3 bedroom, 2 bath, log home. Woodburning & Gas Fire-
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ated on 4.7 acres. Updating includes well, roof, and flooring. The barn will accommodate up to 20 horse, there are numerous shelters, and has an indoor riding arena...a rare find!!
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w w w . w i l l g r i m s l e y . c o m 2515 Crooked Creek Road, BL $369,999
Beautiful 5 bedrooms/3.5 bath home located on the golf course at Fox Creek. Harwood floors in entry, living, dining and kitchen. Large family room with fireplace ,bay bump out and built in bookcases. Spacious kitchen has granite, Stainless Steel appliances (all remain),double/cook top stove. Large master bedroom has cathedral ceiling and 2 walk-in closets. Newly remodeled master baths features dual sinks and walk-in shower.Finished lower level with daylight windows and 2nd fireplace. Trex deck, patio, fenced yard and hot tub.
SOLD iN 7 DayS! 1712 Flagstone, NL $259,900
Great location near park, schools and ISU golf course. Spacious ranch with open living/dining/kitchen with cathedral ceiling. Hand scraped hardwood floors in living/ dining and hallway. Nice kitchen has a breakfast bar, stainless appliances and tile floor/backsplash. Mudroom and 1/2 bath off kitchen. 3 large bedrooms and 2 other full baths and laundry on main floor. Family room in finished basement measures 32x15 and features large built-in, another full bath on 4th bedroom. 3 car garage and 2 tiered deck.
SOLD SOLD iN 14 DayS! 6 Rutherford Ct., BL $149,900
Great price for a 5 bedroom/2 bath house in Pepper Ridge. House is located on a quiet cul-de-sac close to sidewalk that leads to school/park. One of the largest lots in subdivision measures 66x167 with fenced in backyard. Interior has been freshly painted and new flooring throughout in 2012. Very open plan features cathedral ceiling in living/dining room and kitchen. The are 3 bedrooms on the upper level and 2 bedrooms in the lower level. Lower level has a family room and 2nd kitchen. New roof in 2012.
45 Parkshores, BL $134,900
3 bed/2 bath detached zero-lot line across from White Oak Lake. Open floor plan with vaulted living room with fireplace and turned staircase. All stainless steel appliances in kitchen and cathedral ceiling in breakfast nook. Main floor master with walk-in closet, bathroom and laundry. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms including one that measures 26x11 with cathedral ceiling and another full bath. New in the past 5 year - roof, furnace, a/c, main floor carpet, appliances, light fixtures, sump pump, water htr and deck
new price 1304 W Mulberry St., BL $92,500
Well maintained home located on a quiet street near park. New roof in 2010 and exterior aluminum siding painted in 2012. Nice eat-in kitchen has lots of oak cabinets - all appliances remain. 2 bedrooms and full bath on the main floor. Living room with lots of natural light and fireplace. Great formal dining room currently used as a sitting room. 1 bedroom upstairs and other room upstairs used a bedroom. Finished area in lower level was used as a beauty shop, 2 car detached garage, deck and nice yard.
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SOLD iN 10 DayS! 1806 McKay, BL $149,900
2 models available. Ranch units with 2 car attached garage. Basement with daylight windows. Nice deck overlooks gardens and gazebo. Conveniently located in west Normal. Call now to pick out your own carpet, paint, and cabinets!
3 spacious bedrooms/2 full bath home located on a quiet street near park. Very open floor plan features cathedral ceiling in living room,dining room and kitchen.Living room has a wood burning fireplace.New carpet throughout.Lots of fresh paint and newer light fixtures. All kitchen appliances remain.Walk-out lower level family room is “L” shaped and measures 13x13 and 10x9. Full bath and laundry in lower level. Backyard retreat with inground pool w/ auto cover. Pull down attic stairs for extra storage.
Fox Creek Village Starting at $149,900
824 McGregor #12, BL $95,000
Great open floor plan with 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Full unfinished basement with egress window and full bath rough-in. Close to Fox Creek Golf Course, Grade school and park. Clubhouse in village with indoor pool and exercise room. Pick your lot today and build to suit!
1405 E Vernon #4, NL $79,900
2 bedroom 1.5 bath condo in Vernon Crossings near shopping, dining, walking trail and transportation. Condo association fee covers water bill, garbage pick up, lawn care, snow removal, ground maintenance, exterior maintenance and in-ground swimming pool! New roof in 2008, new wood flooring in living room in 2007 and new furnace and a/c 2009. Wood burning fireplace in living room. Nice eat-in kitchen - all appliance remain.
Great location! Beautiful view of golf course from screened in balcony. 2 spacious bedrooms/2 full bath condo across from Lakeside golf course and next to pool in East Bloomington. All kitchen appliances remain. All new carpet in 9/2013. 1 car detached garage. This building has elevator access to all units. Condo fee covers lawn care, snow removal, water and garbage pick up.
2008 Tracy Dr. #1, BL $69,900
Very well maintained MAIN FLOOR condo in the Chalets.Spacious living room with fireplace and new carpeting (and in hallway) in 2012.Sliding glass door leads to covered patio with extra storage.Updated eat-in kitchen has newer appliances (refrigerator, microwave, range and dishwasher all remain) New countertops in 2008. Washer and dryer in condo remain.2 large bedrooms.Master bedroom has full bath and bedroom 2 has a walk-in closet. One of the only units that has a 2 CAR GARAGE. Across from pool & clubhouse.
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$99,900 Miller Park 3 Bed 1/1 Bath Adorable home near downtown. Big dining room, family room, and master bedroom. Udpated in 2009.
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303 hoVey aVe, nl
$108,900 2 Bed 1 Bath Just starting out? You can give your guests their own space in the 2nd bedroom of this nice home or use it to set up your home office. Maybe you need to lighten the load on your finances.The price is right on the money here. Highly affordable with dining room, living room, eat-in kitchen.
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407 e madiSon St, mackinaW
38 geneVa, Bl
$109,900 Brigham Heights 2 Bed 1 Bath $109,900 3 Bed 2 Bath TONS of space for your new place! Charming and spacious describe this great home. Plenty of updates – Deep lot, mature trees. Amazingly furnace, windows, baths, roof. Huge large with a good layout. Large front family room and open eat-in kitchen. family room. U-shaped kitchen. Laundry off of kitchen. REALLY Large master bedroom on main level with a master bath and great big master and 2nd bedroom. Oversized garage. walk-in closet. Main level laundry. Oversized garage built in 2009 with walk-up storage. Great large corner lot with easy walking distance to schools.
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515 S. mcclun, Bl
$129,900 2 unit property Good property investment. Commercial zoning.Very large garage.
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sold 1910 Vladimir, Bl
$149,900 Midlands 3 Bed 3 Baths Stay within your budget and embrace home ownership! Bilevel. 2 bedrooms upstairs. Master bedroom has its own full bath! Living room & kitchen share a look-through, plus space for a dining area.Walk-out lower level has a 3rd bedroom, full bath, utility room, family room w/ corner-set gas fireplace. Convenient location.
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2701 Binghamton ln, Bl 2703 Binghamton ln, Bl 1002 WartBurg, Bl $149,900 Pepper Ridge 3 Bed 1/1 Bath Awesome house just up the road from Pepper Ridge Elementary. Deck overlooks a large, fenced backyard. Home is so well maintained, and move-in ready! Spotless eat-in kitchen has slider to deck. Open floorplan between kitchen and living room. Finished lower level with plenty of storage to spare. Lots of nice updates through-out.
$159,900 Pepper Ridge 3 Bed 2 Bath Exceptional find! Lots of storage with a nice, open floorplan.The rooms are spacious and a great deck overlooks the fenced backyard. Many updates in past 4 years. Tree lined lot with no backyard neighbors.
$179,900 Wittenberg Woods 3 Bed 3 Bath One of a kind! Up to date interior with tile backsplashes and vaulted ceilings. Clever use of custom cabinetry in kitchen.Wonderful, spacious deck. Many upgrades including stainless steel GE appliances, quartz countertops, and much more. Huge walk-in closets. Finished basement with office space and garden windows. Over-sized 2 car garage.
1414 ButcherS ln, Bl
$184,900 West Bloomington 3 Bed 1.5 Baths Country living in the city in a home with many recent updates & modern touches. All new roof, plumbing, electrical, flooring, windows, doors, and more! Finished lower level with custom bar, fireplace, large family room, game area. Main level family room has hardwood floors plus gas fireplace with floor to ceiling surround. Updated kitchen. Huge backyard with mature trees. Oversized garage.
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$184,900 Eagles Landing 3 Bed 2/1 Bath Rare, unique zero-lot line plan boasts luxury and space. Huge bedrooms, large family room, four seasons room, breakfast bar, 2nd floor laundry, amazing two story foyer and custom paint. Fenced backyard is perfect for the kids or pets. Custom wood blinds throughout.Visit and see why this may be the wonderful show place for you!
108 S. moore, BL
$188,500 Founders Grove 3 Bed 1/1 Bath Great home with large rooms, wood floors throughout. Garage has full walk-up attic. Landscaped backyard with brick bath. French doors. Flexible room works as office,TV room, playroom. Beautiful staircase and charming dinette area with built-in cabinets.
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814 phaeton, nL
$194,900 Carriage Hills 4 Bed 3 Bath Finished basement. Fenced backyard. Really a fantastic home! Super clean with a big screened in porch on the back.
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3305 Spahn, BL
$264,900 White Eagle 5 Bed 3/1 Bath Relax inside and out! Tiered Trex deck, fenced backyard are great for entertaining. Family room in lower level pre-wired for home theatre. Huge eat-in kitchen overlooking spacious family room. Includes irrigation system. Located on low traffic dead-end street.
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10197 n 3500 eaSt rd, SaYBrook
$269,900 3 Bed 2/1 Bath Very nice home. Open spindle staircase. Country kitchen with tile backsplash, updated cabinets, built-ins. Updated baths. 3rd floor family room useful as den, play area. Enclosed porch/3 seasons room. Apple, peach, plum & cherry trees. Almost 10 acres total. 7 acres in fenced pasture with Sycamore River running through it. 117x54 Morton building includes workshop, 3 stalls, tack room, loft, and riding arena.
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sold 3101 carrington, BL
3662 renaiSSance, nL
24578 ron Smith mem. hWY 19454 Briar, BL
HUGE corner lot with a large cedar deck and patio is the setting for party or play! Kitchen has rich cherry cabinets and mother of pearl granite with breakfast bar. Master bath has 2 person shower, double vanity, and a large walkin closet.Vaulted two story great room has an elegant fireplace. Generously sized family room in lower level plus loads of storage!
High style from its espresso stained maple cabinets in cuisine kitchen to a master bath 2-person shower with body jets! Hand-scraped engineered mahogany flooring. 8’ round top front door. 23x6 covered front porch plus 19x8 covered patio easy to screen or glass.All this with lake view and a walking trail!
Lake Bloomington property - 60 ft of shoreline! 15-min drive to B-N. Master suite with walk-in closet, jetted tub, 2-person shower, impressive living room with stone fireplace & captivating view. Huge great room, kitchen with high-end improvements: Corian counters, breakfast bar, wine chiller, pantry, beverage cooler. Dock your boats & enjoy the view from 3 decks! Many updates including all baths updated, interior and exterior paint, HVAC, and more!
$334,900
Fox Creek
$357,000
4 Bed 3 Bath
$499,900
2 Bed 2 Bath
$629,900 Sherwood 5 Bed 4/2 Bath
Incredible home! Spectacular wooded lot! Main floor master suite with deck. Large custom master bath with walk in tiled shower. Beautiful cherry cabinets and coffered ceilings. Gourmet kitchen with island, large walk in pantry, and extra butlers’ pantry for extra storage and space. Lower level with family room, large wet bar, separate wine/cigar room with wine rack and cooler. Four separate outdoor living spaces!
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1. Dream home on lake with custom detail and many upgrades. Seating, projector, and screen stays in theater room; 4 seasons room full of windows for that gorgeous lake view! Over 20K added in landscaping. Exterior is brick and stone. 2nd full kitchen in lower level! This is a masterpiece in Royal Links! $799,000. MLS# 2132161. Belinda Trunell 287-6105.
2. Old world craftsmanship with modern amenities in very desirable Country Club Neighborhood. Golfers dream. Owners remodeled kitchen to dream about with granite, sub zero refrig, wine cooler, butler bar, Brazilian cherry floors throughout. Two fireplaces and new roof in 2010. $669,000. MLS# 2100155. Bob Brady 275-0836.
3. 154 ft. lake frontage on Lake Bloomington! Beautiful setting. Very open plan. Huge master with screened-in porch. New roof 2012. Newer windows. Large closets. Wet bar in family room area. Very private lot. Kitchen is L-shaped. 3 car garage.$625,000. MLS# 2123511. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
4. Spectacular lot on Lake Bloomington. Lake view from every room in home. 16 Pella sliding glass doors. 10 skylights. 3 lots. 2005 was 3400 North Sun room including floor heat. Refrigerator, Full size freezer, ice maker, Magic Chef stove. Irrigation system. Docks with benches. $599,000. MLS# 2131594. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
5. Beautiful location on Lake Bloomington. Effective age 1967-rebuilt and added second story and basement walk-out. 4 large bedrooms up and master or office on main floor. Fantastic lake view. Very nice porch. You really need to see this one. Lots of great room for family & friends. $595,900. MLS# 2130877. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
6. Beautiful Sunset Rd.! 800 sq/ft pool house with 2 baths, shower and kitchen. 24x44 pool with 10.5 ft. diving area. Very large patio, great for entertaining! Plaster walls. Addition in 1993. New roof in ’09. New furnace & air in ’12. Security system. $499,000. MLS# 2122960. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
7. ON LAKE BLOOMINGTON! Newer dock and decks. All newer carpet. Large bedrooms. Walk-out lower level. 1st floor laundry. Deck off master with slider. 24x32 heated garage. Leasehold property. Very clean and ready to move into. Beautiful sunsets. $449,800. MLS# 2130095. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
8. Outstanding home built by Rave Construction. First floor Master Suite has French Doors opening to spacious bathroom w/separate vanities. 2-Story Great Room w/wood floors, a wall of windows & fireplace. Open Kitchen w/granite countertops, pantry, pullout cabinet organizers. Second level has 3 bedrooms w/ plantation blinds + 13x9 Bonus Room great for office, hobbies, etc. $344,900. MLS# 2133136. Belinda Trunell 287-6105.
9. New Keystone Homes Plan built with you in mind. Custom Amish shaker white cabinets, Marble tops, large kitchen nook, slate appliances including refrigerator. Custom pantry. 4 large bedrooms with master suite, large tub and tiled shower walls - his and her vanities - walk in closets. Rear Foyer has custom lockers - separate laundry room. $337,900. MLS# 2131807. Bob Brady 275-0836.
10. Country style setting at edge of Bloomington. 1st floor master suite; loft area overlooking living room; all new flooring installed in basement 2013; over 1/2 acre fenced lot! Bonus room over garage (could be BR w/o closet); 2 additional storage rooms one that could be another BR! 4th full bath in basement almost finished. $309,900. MLS# 2132567. Beth Herald 838-8112.
11. Beautiful wooded lot. 17x14 screened in porch. 3 car garage. Oak ceiling in family room. Beautiful windows, really feels like you are in the woods, from all rooms, 2 walk-in closets in master, 4th bedroom has wood ceiling and floors - makes a great office. Water softener owned. 2 furnaces/2 air units, walk-up attic. Cedar closet. Deep well. $279,800. MLS# 2133166. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
12. Loaded with extras, freshly painted interior, brick front, 3 seasons room, large lot, crown molding, custom oak kitchen, custom bookshelves around fireplace, lighted cedar deck (20x22), cedar fence around backyard, large basement, storage area, landscaping includes Maple, Ash, Cleveland Pears and Blue Spruce trees. Water powered sump back-up. $279,900. MLS# 2132292. Bill Brady 275-0993.
13. Nice 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath home on the pond in Fox Hollow. This home offers a large open family room and kitchen , formal dinning room, finished basement with wet bar and daylight windows, fenced and professionally landscaped yard, 3 car garage, subdivision pool,lots of style and character. $249,900. MLS# 2133109. Sam Hazleton 530-1463.
14. Spacious 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 1.5 Story home built by Trunk Bay. First Floor Master Suite has trey ceilings & huge walk-in closet. Beautiful custom Kitchen with large island and pantry for extra storage. Upstairs has two bedrooms with Jack & Jill Bath; and Nook/Loft perfect for home office or lounging/hobby area. $249,900. MLS# 2132798. Belinda Trunell 287-6105.
15. Fabulous zero-lot shows like new! Beautiful hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, built-in mini-bar station, walk-in pantry, 9-ft ceilings, Hunter Douglas custom blinds. 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Huge finished basement with a large family room, bedroom, bathroom. $239,900. MLS# 2132730. Belinda Trunell 287-6105.
16. Open kitchen/dining and family room w/massive double sided fireplace, sliding doors from dining to oversized deck & brick patio area w/fenced yard, no backyard neighbors. Laundry on Main, finished basement w/3 extra rooms, storage, bathroom and kitchenette. $239,000. MLS# 2132507. Becky Gerig 212-4120.
17. One-of-a-kind Classic Victorian look w/all new amenities! HIGH QUALITY, WELL CRAFTED WOODWORK throughout entire home that has been restored or remade to original look! Crown molding in every room. Kitchen completely remodeled in ‘07, including new duct work, windows, wine rack, quality cabinets, built-in desk, newer appliances, above cabinet lighting. $209,900. MLS# 2131855. Willow Gramm 824-5703.
18. GREAT HOME PRICED TO SELL! Very private yard, Large MB with Garden tub- Woodworkers Dream - Stairs from Basement to the garage straight out. Family room down. Very nice built ins and kitchen cabinets- 1st floor laundry. $209,900. MLS# 2132510. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
19. Welcome home!!! Beautiful light and airy 2 Story w/open floor plan/ eat-in kitchen, 4 bedroom, 2 full/2 half baths. Gorgeous hardwood on main level w/custom blinds to match. Freshly painted interior and garage, some new carpet and new 6-panel doors. Updated baths w/ new fixtures. Convenient upstairs laundry. Neutral colors throughout. $199,900. MLS# 2131698. Becky Gerig 212-4120.
20. Very nice, all brick ranch, huge fenced in yard w/ recently stained deck and fence. Open courtyard front entryway. Kitchen opens to the LR. Large master w/master bath. 2 Fireplaces, one on remote control from Hearth Room. Wood-burning fireplace in family room. $189,900. MLS# 2131227. Becky Gerig 212-4120.
21. Great zero lot line. 4 bedrooms: 2 up & 2 downs. 3 full baths. Nice deck and backyard. This home is in perfect condition! Large eat-in kitchen. Great for when the kids come home. $174,800. MLS# 2132565. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
22. IMMACULATE 4 bedroom home! Original owners w/great pride of ownership. Home is very clean and refreshing; has lots of natural light. Fresh paint throughout. Updates everywhere! AC & Furnace in Fall ‘09. Furnace is 95% efficient, humidifier & air cleaner. Extra-large bedrooms. Every single-style window has been replaced. $166,000. MLS# 2133077. Willow Gramm 824-5703.
23. Immaculate home - shows like a model! Custom built in 9/2011 - like new! Home was built w/ tons of attention to detail. Gorgeous built-ins in family room surrounding classy, gas fireplace. High quality kitchen cupboards with no-slam drawers & under cabinet lighting. All black appliances included. $160,000. MLS# 2130154. Willow Gramm 824-5703
24. Beautiful open floor plan. Quality throughout! Cathedral ceilings, skylights, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, with extra-large bonus room. First floor master suite with cathedral ceiling, garden tub, and shower. Large closets in each of the bedrooms, and additional attic storage space above the garage. Spacious kitchen with large bay window, ample cabinets and pantry. $159,900. MLS# 2131949. Becky Gerig 212-4120.
25. Exceptional home that is Move-in-Ready! Owners have put in new windows, carpet, tile, some drywall, paint, & light fixtures. 2nd floor has been re-done summer ‘13; it has an entire suite upstairs w/ separate entrance that could be used for income. 2nd floor has a kitchen, 2 large bedrooms (or one bedroom and a bonus rm), & ex-large bath w/ whirlpool tub. $154,900. MLS# 2132422. Willow Gramm 824-5703.
26. Fabulous ranch w/large eat-in kitchen, abundance of cabinets & pantry! Open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings, family room w/fireplace, Master Suite w /walk in closet, double sinks & garden tub. Large storage room in basement w/built in shelves, whole house humidifier, and built in instant hot water dispenser on kitchen sink. $154,900. MLS# 2132907. Becky Gerig 212-4120.
27. Nice 3 bed 2 1/2 bath home in Savanna Green. Home offer a large front porch, detached 2 car garage, deck and generous bedroom sizes. $154,900. MLS# 2131283. Sam Hazleton 530-1463.
28. Great home located in nice neighborhood. 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths make this a great family home. Updated bamboo floors on the main level. Well maintained throughout. Large deck on back with walkout basement and huge family room. Must see! $152,900. MLS# 2133133. Sam Hazleton 530-1463.
29. Recently updated beautiful bi-level, huge corner lot w/6 ft privacy fence, privacy hot tub landing, 20x17 two tiered deck and beautifully landscaped. 4 large bedrooms, recently remodeled kitchen and baths. Newer flooring throughout, Solid wood doors, kitchen opens to dining room and living room, huge family room down. $144,000. MLS# 2131844. Becky Gerig 212-4120.
30. Great home that backs up to a neighborhood park. 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths make this a great family home. Close to grade school. Well maintained. Huge family room with fireplace in basement. Great deck on back. $139,800. MLS# 2133281. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
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31. Updates throughout this wonderful Bi-Level! Large pie-shaped lot on cul-de-sac on edge of town. New Roof in ‘11, updated kitchen counters and base cabinets ‘09, new floor in family room ‘11, newer paint throughout, new carpet ‘11. New deck and sidewalk in back to be finished 09/13. Quiet area minutes from Bloomington-Normal. $134,900. MLS# 2133249. Ryan Esposito 275-4361.
32. Darling 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom Ranch Style home on Very Large Lot (120x120) with a 3 car attached garage. Kitchen has stainless steel gas stove and refrigerator and lots of storage. Large dining room and huge family room. There is a 3 tiered deck with a 27 foot round pool. The yard is partially fenced. 1/2 bathroom in heated garage. $131,500. MLS# 2132383. Willow Gramm 824-5703.
33. Beautiful all brick home in country! Home has been updated throughout. Most windows replaced. Entire home freshly painted w/great colors. Newer light fixtures & fans. Newer Stainless Steel appliances. All flooring newer. Bathroom gutted & now gorgeous w/tiled floors & shower and new dual vanity. $130,000. MLS# 2132847. Willow Gramm 824-5703.
34. Updated ranch on .43 acres in the middle of town. This home offers a 2 car garage, newer flooring, roof, Low E windows, paint, landscaping, appliances, fire pit, home warranty and much more! A must see. $129,900. MLS# 2133271. Sam Hazelton 530-1463.
35. Darling home w/huge family room and many updates! Beautiful electric fireplace w/ stone mantle. Home has 3161 sq/ft! Tons of living space! Finished basement has kitchen area, full bath & bedroom. Family room has nook, great for a computer area. Garage is oversized 2 car & house has carport. Must see inside! $128,500. MLS# 2133216. Willow Gramm 824-5703.
SALE PENDING 36. Wonderful updated all brick ranch ready for new owners. This home features 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths attached garage, eat in kitchen, fenced yard, and storage shed. Updates include water heater, roof, HVAC, all windows, exterior doors & electric service. This is a very well maintained home and a must see. $124,900. MLS# 2132478. Sam Hazleton 530-1463.
37. Absolutely adorable ranch home w/tons of updates! Beautiful eat-in kitchen w/ newer cupboards in ‘10, newer tile floor & stainless steel appliances. Fresh paint thru entire home. Beautiful refinished hardwood floors in living room & 2 bedrooms. Newer ceiling fans & light fixtures. $124,900. MLS# 2132751. Willow Gramm 824-5703.
38. One of the best lots available in the Grove on Kickapoo Creek. Rare features include cul-de-sac, no backyard neighbors, option for daylight or walk-out. Great access to future trail. $109,900. MLS# 2083746. Belinda Trunell 287-6105.
39. Wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 and 1/2 bath with hardwood on first floor, updated kitchen and partially finished basement (drywall partially in with full bath fixtures), approximately 450 feet ready to be painted. Great location with deck in back yard ready to be enjoyed. $104,500. MLS# 2132419. Bob Brady 275-0836.
40. Nicely updated Bungalow! Large bedrooms on main level with a possibility of finishing walk-up attic for a third in the future. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, updated baths, hardwood throughout most of main level and newer carpets in hall and bedroom. Unique character! Newer AC and furnace in 2011, water heater and roof 2006. $99,900. MLS# 2130357. Becky Gerig 212-4120.
41. Updated eat in kitchen, large deck overlooking fenced yard, 1 car detached garage. All appliance remain including washer and dryer. Close to hospital and schools. Updated electrical and plumbing. Radon Mitigation system installed. $97,500. MLS# 2133110. Sam Hazleton 530-1463.
42. Owner has priced this four-plex “AS IS” and to sell ASAP. If you have been waiting for a fixer upper investment property, this is the one. $95,000. MLS# 2132966. Bob Brady 275-0836.
43. Great Location for Highway Buisness. First Lot off the Highway Exit 120 in Carlock. $94,900. MLS# 2112101. Mickey Qatanani 261-1588.
44. Great home with tons of charm at a great price. Very tastefully decorated. New roof in 2012 w/transferrable, lifetime warranty. Refinished hardwood floors. Remodeled kitchen w/ large island great for entertaining. Remodeled bathroom. New Hot Water Heater in 2010. Private fenced backyard. $84,900. MLS# 2131368. Belinda Trunell 287-6105.
45. Wonderful 2 bedroom home with recent updates. Huge lot with plenty of room to add on or add a two car garage. $84,900. MLS# 2133113. Bob Brady 275-0836.
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46. Good price! Large kitchen-all appliances remain! Pulse furnace, low utilities. Gas fireplace in living room 99% efficiency. 2 car carport. Nice sized bedrooms. Storage area n lower level. Plumbed for bath down. $79,800. MLS# 2113239. Nancy Brady 242-1311.
47. Wrap-around covered porch, 20x12 deck, 34x34 garage w/workbench, vinyl windows, newer siding, formal dining w/ built-in, wood floors, natural woodwork, new roofing on porches in 2013. New carpet & fresh paint in several rooms and basement walls. Just a few blocks from schools. $77,900. MLS# 2131508. Willow Gramm 824-5703.
48. Adorable home with lots of potential! Large Living Room , Family Room , Kitchen & Bath. Newer roof, siding, water heater and some windows in 2007. Very quiet town , good size lot with storage shed to remain. City ordinance allows golf carts - make a run to get your mail in your golf cart. $61,900. MLS# 2131083. Becky Gerig 212-4120.
49. Very nice upper unit in well cared for Chalet Condos, quiet cul de sac. 2 large Bedrooms and 2 Bath, living room with wood burning fireplace. Large eat-in kitchen with tons of cabinets. Private entrance on the backside off the unit near the garage. Over looks the pool and clubhouse, beautiful views. Ready to move into. Note this unit comes with 2 garage stall. $59,750. MLS# 2131928. Becky Gerig 212-4120.
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MLS# 2133282 / Fantastic 2 story in Pheasant Ridge Subdivision! Huge eat in kitchen w/ ceramic tile, abundant counter-space, cabinets. Huge Master BR and MB, large bedrooms, great room w/ fireplace.
MLS# 2131698 / Welcome home!!! Beautiful light and airy 2 Story w/ open floor plan/ eat-in kitchen, 4 bd 2 full / 2 half baths. Gorgeous hardwood on main level.
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MLS# 2130357 / Nicely updated Bungalow! Large bedrooms on main level with a possibility of finishing walkup attic for a third in the future, updated baths, hardwood.
MLS# 2132507 / This is a Must See home! Great buy for the Sq/Ft! 1st floor laundry, finished basement w/ 3 extra rooms, storage, bathroom and kitchenette.
MLS# 2131227 / Very nice, all brick ranch, huge fenced in yard w/recently stained deck and fence. Open courtyard front entryway. Kitchen opens to the LR.
MLS# 2132107 / Great Towanda location!! Close distance to the park, school, and Fast Stop. Large eat in kitchen w/ lots of cabinet space. Bedrooms are very spacious.
Charming 1.5 story in well established East Bloomington neighborhood . Sold in “ AS is condition”
Pending Listings:
909 Ironwood, Normal.....................$234,900 1915 Haverhill, Normal ..................$213,000 17587 E 2200 North Rd., Hudson ...$234,800 704 Marshall, Bloomington .............$129,900 116 S. Mercer, Bloomington .............$289,900 1 Graystone, Bloomington ................$254,900 1306 Ogelthorpe, Normal ................$134,900 19848 Oakwood...............................$187,900 1305 Pinehurst ................................$122,900 1904 Berrywood ..............................$232,900 2402 Hillsboro .................................$282,000 15794 N 800 East, Bloomington ......$179,900
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MLS# 2132432 / Very Convenient Location Location Location! Awesome 2 story w fabulous landscaping, mature trees, private backyard, screened in porch and patio.
MLS# 2131949 / Quality throughout! Cathedral ceilings, skylights, 3 bedroom , 2.5 bath. First floor master suite cathedral ceiling, garden tub, and shower. Large closets.
MLS# 2131844 / Recently updated beautiful bi-level, huge corner lot w/6 ft privacy fence, privacy hot tub landing, 20x17 two tiered deck and beautifully landscaped.
$63,900
MLS# 2131083 / Adorable home with lots of potential! Large Living Room , Family Room , Kitchen & Bath. Newer roof, siding, water heater and some windows in 2007.
Closed Listings In The Last 90 Days:
28 Knollbrook, Bloomington.............$357,000 2295 North Bridge Dr., Normal.......$284,000 1312 Lismore, Normal .....................$189,900 416 Sunset Dr., Colfax .....................$165,000 1810 Jacobssen, Normal ...................$125,900 1814 Truman, Normal.....................$110,000 8170 N 2000 East Rd., Downs ........$107,900 1110 E. Jefferson #16, Bloomington ........$95,000 307/311 S Gridley, Bloomington ........$100,500 2017 Tracy #4 $59,750 703 E. Front, Bloomington ................$89,900 MLS# 2131928 / Very nice upper unit in well cared for 505 E. Poplar, Normal .......................$86,000 Chalet Condos, quiet cul de sac. 2 large Bedrooms and 2 700 Adelaide #47, Normal .................$65,000 Bath, living room with wood burning fireplace.
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Beautiful 1.5 story lakefront in desirable Royal Links! Custom 5 bedroom/4.5 bath home built by Johnston Construction; 2 story living room with fireplace, floor to ceiling Pella windows and striking box beam ceiling; spacious gourmet kitchen with high end stainless steel appliances and island; main level master with sitting area and fireplace; huge spa-like master bath with separate vanities; full sized wet bar in lower level family room with newer theater room + equip; most rooms have sparkling lake views; sprinkler system, wireless fence. $685,000 MLS #2132956
Stunning custom one of a kind lakefront home! Designed by Russell Francois, spectacular all brick ranch with 4 bedrooms/3.5 baths; abundant windows with 10 & 12 ft ceilings overlooking lake; beautiful custom top of the line travertine stone tile, carpet, fixtures, cabinets, trim, wall finish and faux paint; stainless steel appliances with granite countertops; wet bar and exercise room in full walkout lower level; 3 tiered unbelievable backyard with fountain and brick patio; 3 car heated garage, copper gutters & ext. lighting, 2x6 construction, geothermal heating/air. $619,000 MLS #2130497 6 Country Club
Prestigious Bloomington Country Club location overlooking golf course! Reasonably priced for this neighborhood with easy access to club; adorable curb appeal; 4 large bedrooms up with 4.5 baths and huge Jacuzzi tub in master; spacious living room with hardwood flooring; formal dining; all white eat-in kitchen with adjoining family room with abundant windows; 3 seasons room; finished lower level with guest suite and game room; 3 fireplaces; beautiful park-like backyard with mature trees, newer roof. $559,500 MLS#: 2130598
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2803 Radbourne
Gorgeous quality built ranch! Lakefront views; 4 br/3.2 baths; 10 ft ceilings; nice eat-in kitchen; family rm on main & lower level; master bath whirlpool tub, fp & walkin closets; finished walkout lower level w/ path to lake; sprinkler sys; southern exp. $399,500 MLS #2131375
1102 Maplewood Drive
Spacious Raised Ranch; All Brick 3 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths. Hardwood Floors, Updated Kitchen & a 3 Seasons Porch. Close to shopping, employment and schools. $149,500 MLS#2133285
36 Lake Ridge
Excellent condition one owner ranch within walking distance to White Oak Park! 4 br/2.5 bath; large kitchen and bedrooms; 2 car garage; nice backyard deck; water backup system; Sr discount. $154,900 MLS #2132824
311 S. Towanda Unit 16
Affordability within walking distance to shopping! 3 br/2 baths with rough-in for 3rd bath; cathedral and vaulted ceilings; spacious master suite; lower level w/hot tub 14 x 11 patio and deck; bring offers. $134,900 MLS #2132655
701 Maple Place
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