Great location just blocks from Illinois State University campus, Fell Park, Anderson Park, and Uptown Normal! Whether you're a first-time buyer, student, or investor, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a wonderful opportunity to make it your own. Full of character and great curb appeal with a covered front porch, the home sits on a spacious lot with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside, you'll appreciate the convenience of main-floor laundry hook-ups, a practical back entry/mudroom with additional storage, and a full unfinished basement. Many important improvements have already been completed, including a new roof (2024), central air conditioning added (2024), water heater (2021), new patio and sidewalks (2020), sump pump (2021) and the addition of main-floor laundry hook ups. With its unbeatable location, solid updates, and endless potential, this is a fantastic opportunity to build equity and create a home that's uniquely yours. Street parking available 24 hours. Home is sold as-is.
Est. $1,004 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 306 E Locust St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12706416
Aug 21, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$117,590
$68/sq ft
Jul 24, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Jul 17, 2026
Listed (Active)
$124,400
$71/sq ft
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #PA1269498
Jul 17, 2026
Listed
*
Public Records
Jun 10, 2019
Sold
$55,000
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 2000
Sold
$50,000
$29/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$1,891 (−1.6%)
$13,458 + $21,232
$34,690
2023
$1,922 (+8.6%)
$11,041 + $17,419
$28,460
2022
$1,771 (+5.5%)
$9,975 + $15,737
$25,712
2021
$1,679 (+6.4%)
$9,411 + $14,848
$24,259
2020
$1,579 (−23.4%)
$8,955 + $14,129
$23,084
2019
$2,061 (+1.1%)
$8,907 + $14,053
$22,960
2018
$2,038 (+3.7%)
$8,813 + $13,904
$22,717
2017
$1,966 (+1.1%)
$8,813 + $13,904
$22,717
2016
$1,944 (+2.8%)
$8,813 + $13,904
$22,717
2015
$1,891 (+1.9%)
$8,606 + $13,578
$22,184
2013
$1,856
$8,606 + $13,578
$22,184
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
870
Year built
1911
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McLean County
APN
1427152007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
R-1B
Single-Family Residence District
The intent of this R-1B Residence District is to provide primarily for the establishment of areas of higher density single-family detached dwellings. Densities of approximately 6 du per acre are allowed. This district may be applied to newly developed areas, as well as the older residential areas of the Town.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Parking (Total): 4
Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Window Treatments: All
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 10
Window Treatments: All
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Window Treatments: All
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Window Treatments: All
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 11
Window Treatments: All
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 870
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup
Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Full Bath
# of Rooms: 5
Equipment
Appliances: Range
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Wood Siding
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 870
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 870
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,740
Total Sq Ft: 870
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 870
Upper Sq Ft: 0
Parcel Number: 1427152007
Lot Information
Dimensions: 66X132
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Zero Lot Line: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,695
Tax Year: 2025
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 5
Elementary School: Glenn Elementary
Middle Or Junior School District: 5
Middle Or Junior School: Kingsley Jr High
High School District: 5
High School: Normal Community West High Schoo
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Township: Normal
Corporate Limits: Normal
Directions: Linden to East on Locust Or Beech to West on Locust
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 870
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1911
Year Renovated: —
County: McLean County
APN: 1427152007
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Negotiable
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Glenn Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
Kingsley Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Normal Community West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
7/10
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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 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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Historical weather
Normal, IL • 61761
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$106,000 – $128,000
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