OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2024 for $187K

$245,883

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,289/mo

•

1,880

sq ft

505 N School St, Normal, IL 61761

About this home

Fabulous location in North Normal, close to ISU in Historic District, Large and updated house with Four bedrooms, 3 full Baths. Large yard, 214 ft deep. covered front porch. Main floor features Primary bedroom with a full bath, laundry room, living room and family room, and large and beautiful kitchen. Second floor with 3 more bedrooms and a full bath. Deep yard and lots of space to park in the back of the house. Garage is "As is". Updated roof, furnace, hot water heater, bathroom, windows, patio, doors, laundry, kitchen floor, trim, electric panel, plumbing, sump pump, and tuck pointing. Roof 2022; Furnace in 2017; Plumbing and electrical in 2016; Ecobee smart thermostat; repainted front porch and much of the interior in 2022. Do not miss out!

Single-familyProperty Type

1915Year Built

10,672 sq ftLot Size

$131Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Liliana Taimoorazi • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Bought with Liliana Taimoorazi • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

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Redfin Estimate

$245,883

$58K since sold in December 2024$0 since October

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This home's estimate is 0.6% higher than the average sale price ($244K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 25, 2026
$245,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,808 sq ft
904 N School St, Normal, IL 61761
SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$250,000
B
5 beds2 baths1,950 sq ft
505 1/2 Bowles Dr, Normal, IL 61761
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$274,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,188 sq ft
1011 Bakewell Ave, Normal, IL 61761
SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$289,900
D
3 beds2 baths2,000 sq ft
300 E Cypress St, Normal, IL 61761
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$209,900
E
4 beds2 baths1,878 sq ft
605 Church St, Normal, IL 61761
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$197,750
F
3 beds2 baths1,688 sq ft
307 E Willow St, Normal, IL 61761

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Market trends in 61761, IL

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.5%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$274K

$16K MoM

Avg. days on market

43d

3 days MoM

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17 MoM

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Sale history for 505 N School St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$5,338 (+5.9%)

$12,646 + $59,110

$71,756

2023

$5,039 (+5.5%)

$10,375 + $48,496

$58,871

2022

$4,778 (+3.5%)

$9,373 + $43,812

$53,185

2021

$4,615 (+0.6%)

$8,843 + $41,336

$50,179

2020

$4,589 (+3.5%)

$8,751 + $40,906

$49,657

2019

$4,434 (+1.1%)

$8,704 + $40,686

$49,390

2018

$4,385 (+3.7%)

$8,612 + $40,255

$48,867

2017

$4,228 (+82.0%)

$8,612 + $40,255

$48,867

2016

$2,323 (+3.4%)

$8,612 + $24,527

$33,139

2015

$2,247 (+1.9%)

$8,410 + $23,952

$32,362

2013

$2,206

$8,410 + $23,952

$32,362

Tax history for 505 N School St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$5,338 (+5.9%)

$12,646 + $59,110

$71,756

2023

$5,039 (+5.5%)

$10,375 + $48,496

$58,871

2022

$4,778 (+3.5%)

$9,373 + $43,812

$53,185

2021

$4,615 (+0.6%)

$8,843 + $41,336

$50,179

2020

$4,589 (+3.5%)

$8,751 + $40,906

$49,657

2019

$4,434 (+1.1%)

$8,704 + $40,686

$49,390

2018

$4,385 (+3.7%)

$8,612 + $40,255

$48,867

2017

$4,228 (+82.0%)

$8,612 + $40,255

$48,867

2016

$2,323 (+3.4%)

$8,612 + $24,527

$33,139

2015

$2,247 (+1.9%)

$8,410 + $23,952

$32,362

2013

$2,206

$8,410 + $23,952

$32,362

*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

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,700 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,059

Year built

1880

Style

Single Family Residential

County

McLean County

APN

1428203029

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.

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

Oct 24, 2017 • Final

Indiv - hvac (com or res)

Replace the furnace and air conditioning unit.

HVAC

Oct 18, 2017 • Final

Res - remodel permit application

Perform an interior remodel.

Remodel

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
Driveway: Shared

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 13
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 13
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 13
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 13
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 15
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 5 x 10
Flooring: Vinyl

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 14
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: Full

Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Partial
Basement Description: Unfinished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 179
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup

Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features
# of Rooms: 7

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Stamped Concrete Patio

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,880

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Lower Sq Ft: 0
Main Sq Ft: 1125
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,059
Total Sq Ft: 1,880
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 179
Upper Sq Ft: 755
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Historical District
Parcel Number: 1428203029

Lot Information
Dimensions: 51X214
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Zero Lot Line: No

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,038.60
Tax Year: 2023

Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
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: Fairview Elementary
Middle Or Junior School District: 5
Middle Or Junior School: Chiddix 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: College and Main, east to School St, north to house. (Alt. Ft. Jesse-Willow-N to house on School)

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,059
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 10,700 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: McLean County
APN: 1428203029

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026

Other

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

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Glenn Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

6/10

Kingsley Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

5/10

Normal Community West High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

7/10

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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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Historical weather

Normal, IL • 61761

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 3.7 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$234,000 – $283,000

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Home values near 505 N School St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
506 North School St, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1370 Sq. Ft.	$174,855
508 North School St, Normal, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1956 Sq. Ft.	$189,604
603 North School St, Normal, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3087 Sq. Ft.	$316,473
503 North School St, Normal, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 705 Sq. Ft.	$125,653
602 North School St, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1738 Sq. Ft.	$208,169
506 Normal Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1055 Sq. Ft.	$176,694
508 Normal Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2060 Sq. Ft.	$253,175

Address	Redfin Estimate
600 North School St, Normal, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2101 Sq. Ft.	$215,676
513 North School St, Normal, IL 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2702 Sq. Ft.	$296,879
511 North School St, Normal, IL 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1675 Sq. Ft.	$207,593
510 North School St, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1680 Sq. Ft.	$222,558
604 North School St, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1439 Sq. Ft.	$193,164
504 Normal Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1278 Sq. Ft.	$205,750
600 Normal Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1992 Sq. Ft.	$290,816

Address	Redfin Estimate
504 North School St, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2034 Sq. Ft.	$241,569
601 North School St, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1352 Sq. Ft.	$196,811
500 North School St, Normal, IL 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1856 Sq. Ft.	$218,398
501 North School St, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1254 Sq. Ft.	$135,939
602 Normal Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1949 Sq. Ft.	$227,293
500 Normal Ave, Normal, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1168 Sq. Ft.	$190,135
214 West Willow St, Normal, IL 306 Beds \| 387 Baths \| 158508 Sq. Ft.	—

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