Accepting Backups

816 College Avenue

Normal, IL 61761
$259,000
3beds
2baths
3,132sqft
0.23acres
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About this home

Discover this one-of-a-kind, fully renovated, 1.5 story home that beautifully blends unique charm with modern convenience. Step inside to find breathtaking professionally refinished hardwood floors throughout the spacious dining room and the living room with a stone fireplace flanked by built-in cabinetry. The remodeled midcentury kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring terrazzo-style luxury vinyl tile, sleek black stainless appliances, sculpted white quartz countertops, and vintage copper hardware...all bathed in natural light from the new sliding door in the breakfast nook. This home offers four generously-sized bedrooms, including a fantastic second-floor retreat with a cedar-lined closet & built-in shelving. Enjoy completely renovated bathrooms showcasing stylish finishes and all new modern fixtures. The lower level is a true standout, featuring a full guest suite complete with a mini kitchen & an extra family room that can easily double as a fourth bedroom, including a charming built-in dresser and a new egress window. A beautifully renovated bath will delight your guests. A spacious laundry room featuring a "secret" laundry chute & additional storage area complete this great space. Outside, an oversized partially fenced yard awaits, along with a shed for additional storage. With a newer roof (2018), HVAC, & Water Heater in 2016 and replacement vinyl windows, this home is move-in ready! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a slice of midcentury paradise!
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.

The facts

Property typeResidential
Year built1955
Age band71-80 Years
Garage spaces1
Fireplaces1
Lot size0.23 acres
Lot dimensions65X155
SubdivisionNot Applicable
AreaNormal
Architectural styleOther
Bedrooms (total)4
Bedrooms below grade1
Basement size1,446 sqft
Annual tax$4,636.46
Parcel #1429280027
CountyMcLean
MLS #MRD12596120
Days on market38
Photos47

Schools

ElementaryOakdale Elementary
Middle / JuniorParkside Jr High
High schoolNormal Community West High Schoo

Features

Heating
Natural GasForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)Humidifier
Parking
ConcreteGarage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Lot features
Mature TreesLevel
Other equipment
CO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Fan-Whole HouseSump PumpWater Heater-Gas
Sewer
Public Sewer
Listed by
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Erica Epperson · 309-275-2992

Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 4/26/2026, 3:27:19 PM. All data should be independently verified.

This home is under contract but the seller is accepting backup offers. Contact a dwello agent to submit.

$259,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 3,132 sqft
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