Welcome home to desirable living in this charming neighborhood, conveniently close to the University of Illinois, retail centers, and the serene Hessel Park. This captivating brick house boasts three bedrooms and two full baths, offering 1900 square feet of finished living space. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed layout offering a living/dining room combo, where natural light pours in through the large picturesque window, illuminating the gleaming hardwood floors. As you explore further, you'll discover the continuity of style with hardwood floors extending into the main level bedrooms, offering a warm and cohesive ambiance throughout the home plus the main floor remodeled full bath. The well-appointed kitchen is a chef's delight, exuding both functionality and style. Descend to the fully finished and remodeled basement, where an additional bedroom, full bath, family/rec room, and private office await, offering ample space for relaxation, work, or recreation. With a waterproofing system installed by Woods Basement in '18, peace of mind is ensured against any moisture-related concerns. Outside, the expansive backyard beckons with its deep, fenced-in sanctuary, creating an idyllic setting for outdoor gatherings and leisurely moments. Conveniently situated nearby, a newer detached 2-car garage provides ample space for parking and storage, adding both practicality and convenience to your daily routine. Experience comfort, convenience, and tranquility in this remarkable home, call today to schedule your private showing.
THIS IS A NEIGHBORHOOD THAT IS VERY HIGHLY DESIRED. CLOSE TO U of I, RETAIL AND HESSEL PARK. A BRICK 3 BEDROOM/2 FULL BATHS HOUSE OF NEARLY 1900 sqft OF FINISHED LIVING SPACE. UPSTAIRS OFFERS 2 BEDROOMS AND FULL BATH WITH HARDWOOD FLOORS VERY NICE KITCHEN W/ NEW STAINLESS STEAL REFRIGERATOR. BASEMENT HAS BEEN COMPLETELY FINISHED AND REMODELED WITH BEDROOM, FULL BATH, OFFICE AND BONUS ROOM. WOODS BASEMENT HAS PUT IN A BDRY WATER PROOFING SYSTEM WITH TRANSFERABLE WARRANTY. WELL MAINTAINED HOME W/ RECENTLY UPDATED A/C, WATER HEATER, REPLACEMENT PELLA WINDOWS. THE TOTALLY FENCED IN BACKYARD IS VERY DEEP WITH WONDERFUL LARGE TREES, GARDEN SHED AND A FIRE PIT. .PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. THIS HOME IS PRICED AND LOCATED NICELY WILL MOVE FAST.
Public Records
Apr 1, 2015
Sold
$122,500
$123/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09438405
Mar 31, 2015
Sold (MLS)
$122,486
$122/sq ft
Feb 10, 2015
Listing Removed
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Nov 14, 2014
Listed
$129,900
$130/sq ft
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Investor special or great first time home. THIS HOME COULD QUALIFY FOR THE $10K CREDIT!! A solid home in a great location at a bargain price! Extensive remodel of an all brick home. Updates include furnace 2004, water heater 2004, roof 2004, kitchen new 2004, new AC 2005, new windows 2007. Move in ready! You will not believe until you see! The basement was once finished so all the essentials for a finished basement are in place. Plus the toilet, shower, washer dryer, and refrigerator that were once in the basement are included in this deal. An additional kitchen was located in the basement so the wiring and plumbing are still there! THERE IS JUST SO MUCH POTENTIAL FOR INVESTMENT HERE.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09531379
Aug 18, 2014
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09545665
Jun 22, 2010
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Aug 2, 2005
Sold
$133,000
$133/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09429781
Nov 15, 2002
Sold (MLS)
$101,500
$102/sq ft
Oct 4, 2002
Listing Removed
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Sep 27, 2002
Listed
$104,900
$105/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 1995
Sold
$50,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,345 (−3.1%)
$22,470 + $35,230
$57,700
2024
$4,485 (+6.2%)
$22,470 + $35,230
$57,700
2023
$4,224 (+6.3%)
$20,030 + $31,400
$51,430
2022
$3,974 (+2.5%)
$18,240 + $28,600
$46,840
2021
$3,878 (−0.2%)
$16,830 + $26,380
$43,210
2020
$3,884 (+6.8%)
$16,500 + $25,860
$42,360
2019
$3,637 (+20.6%)
$16,160 + $23,980
$40,140
2018
$3,015 (+4.3%)
$15,910 + $23,600
$39,510
2017
$2,891 (+12.0%)
$15,300 + $22,690
$37,990
2016
$2,581 (−0.4%)
$14,980 + $22,220
$37,200
2015
$2,591 (+1.8%)
$14,710 + $21,830
$36,540
2013
$2,546
$14,710 + $21,830
$36,540
Tax history for 809 Ventura Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,345 (−3.1%)
$22,470 + $35,230
$57,700
2024
$4,485 (+6.2%)
$22,470 + $35,230
$57,700
2023
$4,224 (+6.3%)
$20,030 + $31,400
$51,430
2022
$3,974 (+2.5%)
$18,240 + $28,600
$46,840
2021
$3,878 (−0.2%)
$16,830 + $26,380
$43,210
2020
$3,884 (+6.8%)
$16,500 + $25,860
$42,360
2019
$3,637 (+20.6%)
$16,160 + $23,980
$40,140
2018
$3,015 (+4.3%)
$15,910 + $23,600
$39,510
2017
$2,891 (+12.0%)
$15,300 + $22,690
$37,990
2016
$2,581 (−0.4%)
$14,980 + $22,220
$37,200
2015
$2,591 (+1.8%)
$14,710 + $21,830
$36,540
2013
$2,546
$14,710 + $21,830
$36,540
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,150 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Champaign County
APN
452024102003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
SF1
Single-Family District
The primary purpose for the SF1 District is to provide for detached single-family dwellings with related uses for recreational, religious, or cultural activities. Some accessory uses are also allowed. This district should be protected from encroachment of uses that create significant negative impacts upon the residential area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Golf related
Cemetery
Park & open space
Dec 18, 2024 • Final
Hvac
Replace the furnace.
HVAC
Feb 28, 2023 • Final
Sanitary sewer
Repair the sanitary sewer service.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
Room Information
Room Type: Office
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 7
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 11 x 7
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 27 x 18
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 985
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Other
Below Grade Finished Area: 907
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,907
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Lower Sq Ft: 0
Main Sq Ft: 1000
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,985
Total Sq Ft: 1,000
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 78
Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 0
Upper Sq Ft: 0
Parcel Number: 452024102003
Lot Information
Dimensions: 80X130
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,974
Tax Year: 2022
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 4
Elementary School: Unit 4 Of Choice
Middle Or Junior School District: 4
Middle Or Junior School: Champaign/Middle Call Unit 4 351
High School District: 4
High School: Central High School
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Southgate
Township: Champaign
Corporate Limits: Champaign
Directions: S Prospect Ave, E on Ventura Rd to home
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,150 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: Champaign County
APN: 452024102003
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Bottenfield Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
Edison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$250,000 – $302,000
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