Cute as a button 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow in historic district complete with brick street and covered front porch with swing. Oak hardwood floors throughout LR, BR, DR; tile bath. Functioning wood burning fireplace with oak mantle. Full basement with new $3000 sump system installed by March 15. Professionally landscaped entertaining oasis complete with paver patio, sitting wall, and waterfall. Fenced back yard. Roof and HVAC within past 7-10 yrs., driveway 2012, water/sewer line 2014, water heater 2016, basement windows 2018, bathroom remodel with updated plumbing and electrical 2018, updated electrical in attic and kitchen 2018.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
7,374 sq ftLot Size
$238Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Chrissy Hamilton• Keller Williams Revolution
Est. $1,057 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 821 Normal Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12689362
Aug 10, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$210,500
$238/sq ft
Public Records
May 15, 2019
Sold
$127,000
$144/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 14, 2015
Sold
$124,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 8, 2010
Sold
$131,500
$149/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 6, 2006
Sold
$126,000
$143/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 2004
Sold
$119,000
$135/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1998
Sold
$82,500
$93/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1993
Sold
$68,000
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,704 (+7.6%)
$12,421 + $43,916
$56,337
2023
$3,442 (+7.2%)
$10,191 + $36,030
$46,221
2022
$3,212 (+4.6%)
$9,207 + $32,550
$41,757
2021
$3,071 (+2.9%)
$8,687 + $30,710
$39,397
2020
$2,986 (+3.6%)
$8,448 + $29,865
$38,313
2019
$2,882 (+1.3%)
$8,403 + $29,705
$38,108
2018
$2,845 (+3.7%)
$8,314 + $29,391
$37,705
2017
$2,743 (+1.1%)
$8,314 + $29,391
$37,705
2016
$2,714 (+3.3%)
$8,314 + $29,391
$37,705
2015
$2,627 (+1.9%)
$8,119 + $28,702
$36,821
2013
$2,579
$8,119 + $28,702
$36,821
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,375 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
883
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McLean County
APN
1421451002
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking Features: Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
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: 11 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 9
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 6 x 6
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Interior Stair
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 883
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
# of Rooms: 5
Flooring: Hardwood
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Other
Age: 81-90 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Steel Siding
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 883
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 883
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,766
Total Sq Ft: 883
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 883
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
Parcel Number: 1421451002
Lot Information
Dimensions: 59X125
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Zero Lot Line: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,376.04
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
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved, Other
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: From Main St., E on McKinley and S on Normal Ave
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 883
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,375 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: McLean County
APN: 1421451002
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
Glenn Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
Kingsley Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Normal Community West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$196,000 – $237,000
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