SOLD JUN 12, 2026

Sold on jun 2026

$180,000

•

1,758

sq ft

505 E Poplar St, Normal, IL 61761

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Tucked away on a quiet street, this charming 3 bedroom ranch offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and opportunity. Whether you're searching for your first home or your next investment property, this one is ready to impress from the moment you see it. Beautiful walnut floors flow throughout the main living area and kitchen, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen features custom concrete countertops and an eat-in breakfast nook. Venture outside to enjoy a private backyard retreat complete with patio space and a custom-built conversation fire pit. The perfect setting for relaxing evenings, hosting friends, or enjoying summer nights at home. Downstairs, the unfinished basement provides unlimited possibilities for future living space, storage, a home gym, or workshop. A move-in ready home with character, outdoor charm, and room to grow all in a peaceful location you'll love coming home to!

Single-familyProperty Type

1953Year Built

6,821 sq ftLot Size

$102Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Neal Fridrich • RE/MAX Rising

Bought with Jeffrey Tod • RE/MAX Rising

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12647064

Redfin Estimate

$200,218

$20K since sold in June 2026$0 since September

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This home's estimate is 7.6% lower than the average sale price ($217K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$220,000
A
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SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$200,000
B
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SOLD OCT 8, 2026
$233,000
C
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SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$243,313
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,536 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 25, 2026
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E
3 beds1 bath864 sq ft
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Market trends in 61761, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.6%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$290K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

40d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

171

17 MoM

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Sale and tax history for 505 E Poplar St

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jul 7, 2026

Sold

$180,000

$102/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12647064

Jun 12, 2026

Listing Removed

—

Jun 12, 2026

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$180,000

$102/sq ft

May 18, 2026

Pending

—

May 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

$169,900

$97/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11474753

Aug 26, 2022

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$141,000

$80/sq ft

Jul 27, 2022

Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)

—

Jul 25, 2022

Listed (Active)

$124,900

$71/sq ft

Well maintained adorable starter home or investment property!! TONS of major expense items already done for you! 95% efficient Trane Furnace in 2/2022, windows 4/2022, NEW air conditioner in 6/2019, dishwasher and Oven in 2020, concrete countertop in the kitchen in 2018 and even the hardwood floors are hand-scraped antique asian walnut in 2014. Deep lot with mature trees and concrete patio. Great location, close to ISU campus Anderson Park and uptown Normal.

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11468346

Jul 26, 2022

Listing Removed

—

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$2,553 (+8.4%)

$11,217 + $29,648

$40,865

2023

$2,356 (−13.4%)

$9,203 + $24,324

$33,527

2022

$2,721 (+3.5%)

$8,314 + $21,975

$30,289

2021

$2,628 (+4.6%)

$7,844 + $20,733

$28,577

2020

$2,513 (+3.5%)

$7,463 + $19,729

$27,192

2019

$2,428 (+1.1%)

$7,423 + $19,623

$27,046

2018

$2,401 (+3.7%)

$7,344 + $19,415

$26,759

2017

$2,315 (+1.1%)

$7,344 + $19,415

$26,759

2016

$2,290 (+2.8%)

$7,344 + $19,415

$26,759

2015

$2,228 (+1.9%)

$7,172 + $18,960

$26,132

2013

$2,187

$7,172 + $18,960

$26,132

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,820 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

879

Year built

1953

Style

Single Family Residential

County

McLean County

APN

1427112003

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

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 9
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 15
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Bath: None

Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 879
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup

Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Full Bath
# of Rooms: 5

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Fire Pit

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Steel Siding
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 879

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 879
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,758
Total Sq Ft: 879
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 879
Upper Sq Ft: 0
Parcel Number: 1427112003

Lot Information
Dimensions: 55X124
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Zero Lot Line: No

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,708.18
Tax Year: 2025

Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
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 High School

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Township: Dry Grove
Corporate Limits: Normal
Directions: west on College , right onto Beech, left onto Poplar. One block off Beech

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 879
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,820 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: McLean County
APN: 1427112003

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

Around this home

Schools

Sugar Creek Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi

5/10

Kingsley Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

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

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$191,000 – $231,000

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Home values near 505 E Poplar St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
506 E Poplar Street, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 901 Sq. Ft.	$151,319
406 E Poplar Street, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1312 Sq. Ft.	$174,379

Address	Redfin Estimate
503 E Poplar Street, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1758 Sq. Ft.	$184,983
502 E Poplar Street, Normal, IL 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1874 Sq. Ft.	$201,427

Address	Redfin Estimate
504 E Poplar Street, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1134 Sq. Ft.	$183,638
404 E Poplar Street, Normal, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 776 Sq. Ft.	$153,444

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