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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2017
$2,512 (+1.1%)
$9,724 + $32,807
$42,531
2016
$2,485 (−4.5%)
$9,724 + $32,807
$42,531
2015
$2,603 (−12.5%)
$9,496 + $32,038
$41,534
2013
$2,974
$9,496 + $32,038
$41,534
Tax history for 1208 Russell St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2017
$2,512 (+1.1%)
$9,724 + $32,807
$42,531
2016
$2,485 (−4.5%)
$9,724 + $32,807
$42,531
2015
$2,603 (−12.5%)
$9,496 + $32,038
$41,534
2013
$2,974
$9,496 + $32,038
$41,534
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R-1A
Single-Family Residence District
The intent of this R-1A Residence District is to provide primarily for the establishment of areas characterized by moderate-sized lots and single-family detached dwellings intended for occupancy by families. In addition to these dwellings, related recreational, religious, and cultural facilities intended to serve the immediately surrounding residents are allowed where such facilities are found to be compatible with surrounding residential development. The R-1A district allows densities of up to approximately 4 du per acre.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Feb 2, 2026 • Final
Residential
Remove and replace siding on a residential building.
Remodel
Aug 21, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Replace and relocate an electrical service panel.
Electrical
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
Exterior
Property Information
Subdivision Name: COTTAGE HEIGHTS SUB
Legal Description: COTTAGE HTS LOT 21
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 9,869
Legal Lot Number: 21
Municipality Name: NORMAL
Acres: 0.2266
Zoning Code: R-1A
County Use Description: IMPROVED LOTS (RESIDENTIAL)
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,869 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: —
County: McLean County
APN: 1429403008
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Oakdale Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Kingsley Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Normal Community West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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Lifestyle
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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 105° 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
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$164,000 – $198,000
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