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Off Market Dec 2022 for $184K

$228,263

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1,342

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812 Hester Ave, Normal, IL 61761

About this home

This home is a beautifully maintained home you do not want to miss! Close to the Constitution Trail and Uptown Normal, this home has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, along with a living room, large family room addition plus a 4 season room! Updated kitchen in 2021 with vinyl plank flooring, new backsplash and new countertops, opened up to the dining room. Hardwood floors in two main floor bedrooms and dining room, there is also believed to be hardwood underneath the hall and living room carpets. Stainless steel stove, dishwasher and microwave new in 2022. All appliances stay including washer and dryer. Updated lighting, replacement windows, furnace is from 2010 with the motor also replaced in 2015. Roof is from 2013. New sewer lines under the additions. An abundance of storage, plus an unfinished area in the basement that has shelving and workbenches which will stay with the home. This is a hidden gem!

Single-familyProperty Type

1946Year Built

7,618 sq ftLot Size

$170Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Karen Wilson • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Bought with Shannon Smith • RE/MAX Rising

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Redfin Estimate

$228,263

$44K since sold in December 2022$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 6.6% lower than the average sale price ($244K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$205,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,832 sq ft
739 Hale St, Normal, IL 61761
SOLD DEC 15, 2025
$188,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,339 sq ft
27 University Ct, Normal, IL 61761
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$278,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,262 sq ft
6 Wilmette Dr, Normal, IL 61761
SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$241,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,336 sq ft
202 Florence Ave, Normal, IL 61761
SOLD APR 14, 2026
$310,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,923 sq ft
14 Broadway Pl, Normal, IL 61761

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Market trends in 61761, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.0%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$293K

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

40d

2 days MoM

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15 MoM

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Sale history for 812 Hester Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$4,511 (+7.3%)

$12,957 + $54,232

$67,189

2023

$4,204 (+6.9%)

$10,630 + $44,493

$55,123

2022

$3,934 (+4.4%)

$9,603 + $40,196

$49,799

2021

$3,769 (+0.7%)

$9,060 + $37,924

$46,984

2020

$3,742 (+3.6%)

$8,966 + $37,530

$46,496

2019

$3,613 (+1.3%)

$8,918 + $37,328

$46,246

2018

$3,567 (−9.9%)

$8,824 + $36,933

$45,757

2017

$3,959 (+1.1%)

$8,824 + $36,933

$45,757

2016

$3,916 (+2.8%)

$8,824 + $36,933

$45,757

2015

$3,809 (+17.7%)

$8,617 + $36,067

$44,684

2013

$3,237

$8,617 + $36,067

$44,684

Tax history for 812 Hester Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$4,511 (+7.3%)

$12,957 + $54,232

$67,189

2023

$4,204 (+6.9%)

$10,630 + $44,493

$55,123

2022

$3,934 (+4.4%)

$9,603 + $40,196

$49,799

2021

$3,769 (+0.7%)

$9,060 + $37,924

$46,984

2020

$3,742 (+3.6%)

$8,966 + $37,530

$46,496

2019

$3,613 (+1.3%)

$8,918 + $37,328

$46,246

2018

$3,567 (−9.9%)

$8,824 + $36,933

$45,757

2017

$3,959 (+1.1%)

$8,824 + $36,933

$45,757

2016

$3,916 (+2.8%)

$8,824 + $36,933

$45,757

2015

$3,809 (+17.7%)

$8,617 + $36,067

$44,684

2013

$3,237

$8,617 + $36,067

$44,684

*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

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,620 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,134

Year built

1946

Style

Single Family Residential

County

McLean County

APN

1428459008

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 Cars: 1
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Driveway: Concrete

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1

Room Information
Room Type: Other Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 17
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Heated Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 17
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 13
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 11 x 15
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 12
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 17
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 12
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Vinyl

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 7 x 11
Window Treatments: All

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 17
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 15
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None

Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Partial
Basement Description: Partially Finished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 900
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features
# of Rooms: 8

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

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio, Deck, Porch

Building Information
Living Area Source: Taped
Below Grade Finished Area: 480
Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,822

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 1342
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,242
Total Sq Ft: 1,342
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 420
Upper Sq Ft: 0
Parcel Number: 1428459008

Lot Information
Dimensions: 60X127
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Mature Trees
Zero Lot Line: No
BNAR Zoning: R1B

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,769.08
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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

Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

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: Chiddix Jr High
High School District: 5
High School: Normal Community West High Schoo

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Township: Dry Grove
Corporate Limits: Normal
Directions: W on Vernon, S on Hester

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,134
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,620 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: —
County: McLean County
APN: 1428459008

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Around this home

Schools

Glenn Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

6/10

Kingsley Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

5/10

Normal Community West High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi

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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Normal, IL • 61761

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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

$217,000 – $263,000

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Home values near 812 Hester Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
809 Hester Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1552 Sq. Ft.	$177,907
803 Hester Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1742 Sq. Ft.	$276,425

Address	Redfin Estimate
810 Hester Ave, Normal, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1876 Sq. Ft.	$232,862
808 Hester Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1883 Sq. Ft.	$239,367

Address	Redfin Estimate
806 Hester Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2102 Sq. Ft.	$210,047
814 Hester Ave, Normal, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1948 Sq. Ft.	$261,487

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