Welcome to this charming and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch home in the heart of Normal! Featuring a classic brick front and inviting curb appeal, 705 Lara Rd offers comfort, functionality, and value in a prime location-conveniently situated between Illinois State University and Veterans Parkway. Step inside to find a bright and welcoming living space filled with natural light, along with the added convenience of main-level laundry. The home includes three bedrooms, with the third bedroom offering excellent flexibility-perfect as a home office, guest room, or hobby space. The basement expands your living options with a finished area ideal for a cozy movie room, game area, or entertainment space. The unfinished portion provides excellent potential for a workshop, storage, or project area-perfect for hobbies or DIY enthusiasts. Enjoy the outdoors with a 20x8 composite deck and a 16x10 concrete patio-perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. The backyard offers plenty of potential and could be easily fenced in for pets or added privacy. The single car garage is 24x14 (larger than most attached single car garages. This home is an amazing opportunity for a first-time buyer or someone looking to downsize into a manageable, move-in-ready space. With its convenient location near parks, shopping, dining, and major routes, this is one you won't want to miss! All appliances stay.
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
8,640 sq ftLot Size
$219Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Nathan Soice• Brilliant Real Estate
Contact: (217) 778-6171
Bought with Stacia Jewett• Keller Williams Revolution
Est. $1,196 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 705 Lara Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12619290
Jun 24, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$233,000
$219/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Sold
$233,000
$219/sq ft
May 21, 2026
Pending
—
May 18, 2026
Listed (Active)
$245,000
$230/sq ft
May 18, 2026
Listed
$245,000
$230/sq ft
+27
Welcome to this charming and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch home in the heart of Normal! Featuring a classic brick front and inviting curb appeal, 705 Lara Rd offers comfort, functionality, and value in a prime location-conveniently situated between Illinois State University and Veterans Parkway. Step inside to find a bright and welcoming living space filled with natural light, along with the added convenience of main-level laundry. The home includes three bedrooms, with the third bedroom offering excellent flexibility-perfect as a home office, guest room, or hobby space. The basement expands your living options with a finished area ideal for a cozy movie room, game area, or entertainment space. The unfinished portion provides excellent potential for a workshop, storage, or project area-perfect for hobbies or DIY enthusiasts. Enjoy the outdoors with a 20x8 composite deck and a 16x10 concrete patio-perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. The backyard offers plenty of potential and could be easily fenced in for pets or added privacy. The single car garage is 24x14 (larger than most attached single car garages. This home is an amazing opportunity for a first-time buyer or someone looking to downsize into a manageable, move-in-ready space. With its convenient location near parks, shopping, dining, and major routes, this is one you won't want to miss! All appliances stay.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,527 (−5.1%)
$13,985 + $50,228
$64,213
2023
$2,664 (−4.7%)
$11,474 + $41,209
$52,683
2022
$2,796 (−2.3%)
$10,366 + $37,229
$47,595
2021
$2,863 (−0.5%)
$9,780 + $35,125
$44,905
2020
$2,876 (+2.9%)
$9,323 + $33,484
$42,807
2019
$2,794
$9,273 + $33,304
$42,577
2018
$2,793 (−10.7%)
$9,175 + $32,951
$42,126
2017
$3,126 (+1.1%)
$9,175 + $32,951
$42,126
2016
$3,092 (+3.2%)
$9,175 + $32,951
$42,126
2015
$2,996 (+3.2%)
$8,960 + $32,179
$41,139
2013
$2,902
$8,960 + $32,179
$41,139
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,640 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,066
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McLean County
APN
1435104014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 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
Mar 6, 2019 • Active
Indiv - plumbing (com or res)
Replace the water heater in a residential building.
Plumbing
Water heater
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 & Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Basement: Sump Pump, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full