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Great opportunity to own this 4 bedroom 2 Full bath home on a quite street with one of the largest lots! Walk into a spacious living room, eat-in kitchen with all appliances remaining (new dishwasher and Dryer 2022), Bedroom and full bath. Upstairs has 3 more good sized bedrooms and large full bath with tiled shower. Enjoy the large covered front porch along with a huge oversized 2 car garage. Do not miss out on this one! Newer wiring and electrical in basement(2022) AC Unit(2016) View More

Great opportunity to own this 4 bedroom 2 Full bath home on a quite street with one of the largest lots! Walk into a spacious living room, eat-in kitchen with all appliances remaining (new dishwasher and Dryer 2022), Bedroom and full bath. Upstairs has 3 more good sized bedrooms and large full bath with tiled shower. Enjoy the large covered front porch along with a huge oversized 2 car garage. Do not miss out on this one! Newer wiring and electrical in basement(2022) AC Unit(2016)

Welcome home to the Village of Minier! This 4 bed, 1 1/2 bath home sits on a fenced corner lot in Minier. Hardwood floors, leaded glass windows and nice rooms sizes are just some of the nice features throughout this home. The garage is a handy persons dream. It features its own propane tank for heating as well as attic space above and a 15x20 heated workshop attached, 6 car concrete driveway makes for an easy entrance. Backyard includes a 20x21 deck surrounded by a privacy fence! Come take a look! View More

Welcome home to the Village of Minier! This 4 bed, 1 1/2 bath home sits on a fenced corner lot in Minier. Hardwood floors, leaded glass windows and nice rooms sizes are just some of the nice features throughout this home. The garage is a handy persons dream. It features its own propane tank for heating as well as attic space above and a 15x20 heated workshop attached, 6 car concrete driveway makes for an easy entrance. Backyard includes a 20x21 deck surrounded by a privacy fence! Come take a look!

Gorgeous 2 story all brick home that boasts an amazing mixture of old world charm and modern convenience! The quaint front porch is just a taste of all this home has to offer. Through the front door you are immediately welcomed by original hardwood floors and stunning woodwork that is found throughout much of the home. The spacious living room offers built-ins and a recessed fireplace nook. Just off the living room is a sunroom that offers walls of windows that allows tons of natural light to flow into the room. What a great space to unwind with your favorite book or to enjoy your morning coffee. You will also find built-ins in the formal dining room as well as access to the amazing backyard. The updated kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space, tiled backsplash, and contemporary open shelving. The main level is rounded out with an updated half bath. On the second floor you will find 4 bedrooms and a full bath that was recently fully renovated. The basement offers an additional family room, a beautiful full bath, and abundant storage. Outside you can relax in your huge backyard, that offers a deck, patio space, dedicated garden space, a "playhouse", and no backyard neighbors. Located just down the street from Bromenn, close proximity to Uptown Normal, and just two blocks from Constitution trail! This is an old home lover's dream! Don't miss your chance to make this amazing house your home! View More

Gorgeous 2 story all brick home that boasts an amazing mixture of old world charm and modern convenience! The quaint front porch is just a taste of all this home has to offer. Through the front door you are immediately welcomed by original hardwood floors and stunning woodwork that is found throughout much of the home. The spacious living room offers built-ins and a recessed fireplace nook. Just off the living room is a sunroom that offers walls of windows that allows tons of natural light to flow into the room. What a great space to unwind with your favorite book or to enjoy your morning coffee. You will also find built-ins in the formal dining room as well as access to the amazing backyard. The updated kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space, tiled backsplash, and contemporary open shelving. The main level is rounded out with an updated half bath. On the second floor you will find 4 bedrooms and a full bath that was recently fully renovated. The basement offers an additional family room, a beautiful full bath, and abundant storage. Outside you can relax in your huge backyard, that offers a deck, patio space, dedicated garden space, a "playhouse", and no backyard neighbors. Located just down the street from Bromenn, close proximity to Uptown Normal, and just two blocks from Constitution trail! This is an old home lover's dream! Don't miss your chance to make this amazing house your home!

Beautiful 4 bedroom 3 bath home. Great Master Suite with a private bathroom and balcony. Formal dining and living rooms with hardwood floors. Newer HVAC & H2O heater. First floor laundry. Oversized 1 car garage, fenced yard. all appliances stay. Close to Washington Elementary. Move right in!! View More

Beautiful 4 bedroom 3 bath home. Great Master Suite with a private bathroom and balcony. Formal dining and living rooms with hardwood floors. Newer HVAC & H2O heater. First floor laundry. Oversized 1 car garage, fenced yard. all appliances stay. Close to Washington Elementary. Move right in!!

Welcome to 303 E Madison. Enjoy all of the beauty of a turn of the century home with all of the modern updates. Soaring 10' ceilings really give each room a grand feeling and the extra tall windows let in tons of natural light. Original hardwood floors with tile and carpet inlays. The ornate millwork on the stairway as you enter really sets the tone for this home. Beautiful French doors lead from the entry to the living room. Stained glass windows just add to the charm. The main floor master suite includes a walk-in tile shower that is just beautiful, and walk-in closet. If you like walk-in closets, you will love this home as 3 bedrooms have them. The basement includes a storm shelter that was believed to be a fall-out shelter originally. Nestled nicely between the high school and primary schools, and walkable to shops and restaurants in uptown Mackinaw. View More

Welcome to 303 E Madison. Enjoy all of the beauty of a turn of the century home with all of the modern updates. Soaring 10' ceilings really give each room a grand feeling and the extra tall windows let in tons of natural light. Original hardwood floors with tile and carpet inlays. The ornate millwork on the stairway as you enter really sets the tone for this home. Beautiful French doors lead from the entry to the living room. Stained glass windows just add to the charm. The main floor master suite includes a walk-in tile shower that is just beautiful, and walk-in closet. If you like walk-in closets, you will love this home as 3 bedrooms have them. The basement includes a storm shelter that was believed to be a fall-out shelter originally. Nestled nicely between the high school and primary schools, and walkable to shops and restaurants in uptown Mackinaw.

Welcome to 303 E Madison. Enjoy all of the beauty of a turn of the century home with all of the modern updates. Soaring 10' ceilings really give each room a grand feeling and the extra tall windows let in tons of natural light. Original hardwood floors with tile and carpet inlays. The ornate millwork on the stairway as you enter really sets the tone for this home. Beautiful French doors lead from the entry to the living room. Stained glass windows just add to the charm. The main floor master suite includes a walk-in tile shower that is just beautiful, and walk-in closet. If you like walk-in closets, you will love this home as 3 bedrooms have them. The basement includes a storm shelter that was believed to be a fall-out shelter originally. Nestled nicely between the high school and primary schools, and walkable to shops and restaurants in uptown Mackinaw. View More

Welcome to 303 E Madison. Enjoy all of the beauty of a turn of the century home with all of the modern updates. Soaring 10' ceilings really give each room a grand feeling and the extra tall windows let in tons of natural light. Original hardwood floors with tile and carpet inlays. The ornate millwork on the stairway as you enter really sets the tone for this home. Beautiful French doors lead from the entry to the living room. Stained glass windows just add to the charm. The main floor master suite includes a walk-in tile shower that is just beautiful, and walk-in closet. If you like walk-in closets, you will love this home as 3 bedrooms have them. The basement includes a storm shelter that was believed to be a fall-out shelter originally. Nestled nicely between the high school and primary schools, and walkable to shops and restaurants in uptown Mackinaw.

Historic home with many recent updates in Old North Normal. The main level has original hardwood flooring in excellent condition, french doors, 10' ceilings, modern lighting, and new window treatments. The entire home is bright and open with many large windows. Basement has recently been finished and has a bathroom with a shower. Third floor is finished with plenty of space for storage, bedroom, or game room. All 4 bedrooms on the second floor are larger than you would expect for a home this age. All closets are walk-in and have recently been remodeled with high-end hardware. There is plenty of outdoor space with a patio in front and back, with a new deck off the rear door. The detached two car garage has electric vehicle charging and a carport. Furniture is negotiable. Updates since 2021: basement remodel, window treatments throughout, rear deck, many lighting upgrades, built-in closets, electric vehicle 14-50 plug, sump pump w. backup, carpeting upstairs Updates since 2016: many windows, fresh paint inside and out, central A/C and heat, electric, plumbing, water heater, and roof. View More

Historic home with many recent updates in Old North Normal. The main level has original hardwood flooring in excellent condition, french doors, 10' ceilings, modern lighting, and new window treatments. The entire home is bright and open with many large windows. Basement has recently been finished and has a bathroom with a shower. Third floor is finished with plenty of space for storage, bedroom, or game room. All 4 bedrooms on the second floor are larger than you would expect for a home this age. All closets are walk-in and have recently been remodeled with high-end hardware. There is plenty of outdoor space with a patio in front and back, with a new deck off the rear door. The detached two car garage has electric vehicle charging and a carport. Furniture is negotiable. Updates since 2021: basement remodel, window treatments throughout, rear deck, many lighting upgrades, built-in closets, electric vehicle 14-50 plug, sump pump w. backup, carpeting upstairs Updates since 2016: many windows, fresh paint inside and out, central A/C and heat, electric, plumbing, water heater, and roof.

ATTENTION ALL INVESTORS! First time on the market since the mid 1970s making this a rare opportunity to own 2 "iconic" homes used as ISU student rentals for over 3 decades. Located right on the edge of ISU campus making for a very short commute for students. Each home offers 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Each home has a licensed special use variance permit allowing more than 2 unrelated occupants. Must be sold together with 421 W. Vernon. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of ISU "history." View More

ATTENTION ALL INVESTORS! First time on the market since the mid 1970s making this a rare opportunity to own 2 "iconic" homes used as ISU student rentals for over 3 decades. Located right on the edge of ISU campus making for a very short commute for students. Each home offers 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Each home has a licensed special use variance permit allowing more than 2 unrelated occupants. Must be sold together with 421 W. Vernon. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of ISU "history."

ATTENTION ALL INVESTORS! First time on the market since the mid 1970s making this a rare opportunity to own 2 "iconic" homes used as ISU student rentals for over 3 decades. Located right on the edge of ISU campus making for a very short commute for students. Each home offers 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Each home has a licensed special use variance permit allowing more than 2 unrelated occupants. Must be sold together with 423 W. Vernon. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of ISU "history." View More

ATTENTION ALL INVESTORS! First time on the market since the mid 1970s making this a rare opportunity to own 2 "iconic" homes used as ISU student rentals for over 3 decades. Located right on the edge of ISU campus making for a very short commute for students. Each home offers 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Each home has a licensed special use variance permit allowing more than 2 unrelated occupants. Must be sold together with 423 W. Vernon. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of ISU "history."

Sitting on over an acre, this classic farmhouse with modern accents just minutes from Moraine View State Park in the desired Tri-Valley school district is sure to impress! The new siding currently being installed is just the latest in a number of updates to this rural gem. Take in all the fresh country air on the wraparound front porch before heading inside to discover charming character and beautiful original details throughout. In the front living room, you'll appreciate the gorgeous hardwood flooring, coffered ceiling, and large window letting all the light stream in. The hardwoods continue through the large cased opening into the spacious family room, complete with bay window and updated lighting. Find great entertaining space in the breakfast nook which could also be used as main floor bedroom or head into the expansive kitchen/dining room to find a large island with seating and rustic brick accent, updated light fixtures, beautiful backsplash, granite countertops, and stainless appliances. A convenient drop-zone with storage, laundry room, and full bathroom complete the main level. Your private retreat awaits upstairs where you'll discover the primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and updated full bath. Three additional bedrooms with great storage space, including one with a built-in loft bed, share the third full bathroom. Keep all your tools and toys organized out in the 24x50 barn or play in the large, fenced backyard. All brand new siding in 2022 plus many updates in the last several years including electrical, plumbing, flooring, HVAC, water heater, cabinets, windows, doors, metal roof, gutters, and more! Check out this remarkable find today! View More

Sitting on over an acre, this classic farmhouse with modern accents just minutes from Moraine View State Park in the desired Tri-Valley school district is sure to impress! The new siding currently being installed is just the latest in a number of updates to this rural gem. Take in all the fresh country air on the wraparound front porch before heading inside to discover charming character and beautiful original details throughout. In the front living room, you'll appreciate the gorgeous hardwood flooring, coffered ceiling, and large window letting all the light stream in. The hardwoods continue through the large cased opening into the spacious family room, complete with bay window and updated lighting. Find great entertaining space in the breakfast nook which could also be used as main floor bedroom or head into the expansive kitchen/dining room to find a large island with seating and rustic brick accent, updated light fixtures, beautiful backsplash, granite countertops, and stainless appliances. A convenient drop-zone with storage, laundry room, and full bathroom complete the main level. Your private retreat awaits upstairs where you'll discover the primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and updated full bath. Three additional bedrooms with great storage space, including one with a built-in loft bed, share the third full bathroom. Keep all your tools and toys organized out in the 24x50 barn or play in the large, fenced backyard. All brand new siding in 2022 plus many updates in the last several years including electrical, plumbing, flooring, HVAC, water heater, cabinets, windows, doors, metal roof, gutters, and more! Check out this remarkable find today!

This opportunity does not present itself very often! Original charm and character shine throughout this well maintained, 5 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 story block home with 2 car garage. Don’t miss this beautiful country estate that features 5.2 acres & 4 outbuildings that include converted dairy barn with living quarters including plumbing/electric/heating/cooling/and own septic system, plus storage barn, Quonset building and machine shed with heat/electric/plumbing. Updates include; roof 2021, attic addition & water heater 2022, vinyl replacement windows, updated septic system, all major appliances, and whole house generator ready to be installed. You will love this gorgeous private retreat that offers whatever your heart desires! View More

This opportunity does not present itself very often! Original charm and character shine throughout this well maintained, 5 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 story block home with 2 car garage. Don’t miss this beautiful country estate that features 5.2 acres & 4 outbuildings that include converted dairy barn with living quarters including plumbing/electric/heating/cooling/and own septic system, plus storage barn, Quonset building and machine shed with heat/electric/plumbing. Updates include; roof 2021, attic addition & water heater 2022, vinyl replacement windows, updated septic system, all major appliances, and whole house generator ready to be installed. You will love this gorgeous private retreat that offers whatever your heart desires!

Built in 1897 & the Winner of the 2001 Old House Society Historical Home Award! Character, Charm & Quality radiate in every sq ft of this 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath gem! Located in Bloomington's coveted Elmo neighborhood across from Bloomington Country Club on a HUGE fenced lot! Stunning outdoor living area- an entertainer's dream with a gorgeous enclosed courtyard that flows from the sprawling front porch and offers a deck with pergola, patio and even a natural gas line run for a grill! The yard is an oasis with lush professional landscaping, plenty of green space and a beautiful koi pond with granite water spill bowls! The home itself, as noted, is award winning... and rightfully so! With beamed ceilings, french doors, refinished hardwood floors, period millwork, double pane windows, built-ins GALORE and all the charm and character one would hope to find in a home of this magnitude! The Chef's Kitchen is spacious and offers a built-in booth with custom table, Corian counters, Prairie Woodwork Amish Hickory cabinets with all the bells and whistles (pull-out shelving, cutting boards, a HUGE pantry cabinet & more)! The kitchen also has glass backsplash, tile flooring, a cabinet faced sub-zero fridge, two dishwashers, two ovens, a desk & a gas range cooktop. The main level is also home to the Front Family Room with a lovely working fireplace, a Living Room with a so many windows that it feels like a sunroom, a Formal Dining with a built in wood hutch and a sunken Den with a soaring ceiling and a fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Dual staircases lead to the second floor, which is home to 4 bedrooms and a full bath with a jetted tub. The THIRD floor is the amazing Master Suite featuring a full bath with tiled shower and skylight, dual walk-in closets and window seats! Oversized 2-car garage and brick driveway with room for 3 cars. SOME of the many recent updates include: Roof 2018. 3rd Floor Bath Remodel 2019. Deck & Courtyard Remodel & Fence 2020. 3rd Floor Bathroom Remodel 2019. A must see home in a PRIME LOCATION that is priced to sell! View More

Built in 1897 & the Winner of the 2001 Old House Society Historical Home Award! Character, Charm & Quality radiate in every sq ft of this 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath gem! Located in Bloomington's coveted Elmo neighborhood across from Bloomington Country Club on a HUGE fenced lot! Stunning outdoor living area- an entertainer's dream with a gorgeous enclosed courtyard that flows from the sprawling front porch and offers a deck with pergola, patio and even a natural gas line run for a grill! The yard is an oasis with lush professional landscaping, plenty of green space and a beautiful koi pond with granite water spill bowls! The home itself, as noted, is award winning... and rightfully so! With beamed ceilings, french doors, refinished hardwood floors, period millwork, double pane windows, built-ins GALORE and all the charm and character one would hope to find in a home of this magnitude! The Chef's Kitchen is spacious and offers a built-in booth with custom table, Corian counters, Prairie Woodwork Amish Hickory cabinets with all the bells and whistles (pull-out shelving, cutting boards, a HUGE pantry cabinet & more)! The kitchen also has glass backsplash, tile flooring, a cabinet faced sub-zero fridge, two dishwashers, two ovens, a desk & a gas range cooktop. The main level is also home to the Front Family Room with a lovely working fireplace, a Living Room with a so many windows that it feels like a sunroom, a Formal Dining with a built in wood hutch and a sunken Den with a soaring ceiling and a fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Dual staircases lead to the second floor, which is home to 4 bedrooms and a full bath with a jetted tub. The THIRD floor is the amazing Master Suite featuring a full bath with tiled shower and skylight, dual walk-in closets and window seats! Oversized 2-car garage and brick driveway with room for 3 cars. SOME of the many recent updates include: Roof 2018. 3rd Floor Bath Remodel 2019. Deck & Courtyard Remodel & Fence 2020. 3rd Floor Bathroom Remodel 2019. A must see home in a PRIME LOCATION that is priced to sell!

Beautiful Historic home on Franklin Square near downtown Bloomington. 2019 Completely New Roof, New copper piping throughout the whole house, new appliances, new light fixtures, 2020 completely remodeled main floor bathroom, master bath, second playroom on the main floor, new 75 gal Water Heater, all electrical is updated, new flooring in back entryway, landscaping 2021 new HVAC system, new floor in mudroom, remodeled second upstairs bathroom, new sidewalks to the garage and house off the driveway, freshly painted. Huge attic ready to be finished or makes for great storage. Do not miss out on this one! View More

Beautiful Historic home on Franklin Square near downtown Bloomington. 2019 Completely New Roof, New copper piping throughout the whole house, new appliances, new light fixtures, 2020 completely remodeled main floor bathroom, master bath, second playroom on the main floor, new 75 gal Water Heater, all electrical is updated, new flooring in back entryway, landscaping 2021 new HVAC system, new floor in mudroom, remodeled second upstairs bathroom, new sidewalks to the garage and house off the driveway, freshly painted. Huge attic ready to be finished or makes for great storage. Do not miss out on this one!

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