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Sold on 05/25/2024
John Armstrong of RE/MAX Rising

701 Bell St, Bloomington, IL 61701

$290,000

Last sold 05/25/2024 for $272K

  • 3

    bed

  • 4

    bath

  • 3,554

    Sqft ($77/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 701 Bell St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1925
HOA fee $0/month
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
This is the home you've been waiting for! This stunning American Four Square sits stately upon a large corner lot in a charming neighborhood with plenty of established trees and nearby Emerson Park. Entertain guests or enjoy your morning coffee on the large porch overlooking your apple and pear trees. Inside you'll fall in love with the bright, spacious interior featuring 10 ft ceilings, original hardwood floors, pocket doors and tons of natural light. The kitchen is an entertainer's dream. This large, open kitchen with newer appliances is truly a rare find in older homes. On the second floor, you will find all three bedrooms with beautiful hardwood floors including the primary suite with large walk in closet and the stunning, newly remodeled primary bathroom. You'll love relaxing after a long day in the large soaker tub. On the third floor, you'll find unlimited potential in the large bonus room that could be an extra living space, playroom, office, or extraordinary new primary suite. The basement offers extra living space and tons of storage. Last, and certainly not least, step out back into your very own private oasis. From the deck to the patio and gazebo, you have endless opportunities to entertain friends and family or simply enjoy a relaxing night watching the sunset around the fire with those you love. Roof on house and garage 2020. Water heater 2020. AC and furnace 2018. Stairs carpet 2024. Agent owned.
Listed by
Listing Agent - John Armstrong
Listing Office - RE/MAX Rising
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#12045937 • last updated 2 years ago
Movoto checked MRED for data 7 hours ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Levels/Style American 4-Sq.
MLS # 12045937
Status Closed
SubType 2 Stories
Living Area 3554
Type Detached Single
Property Tax $ 3687.88
Year Built 1925
Buyer Agent Commission 3%, % Of Net Sale Price
HOA Fee $ Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 3
Bath Desc Soaking Tub
# Half Baths 1
Attic Interior Stair
Basement Full, Partially Finished
Dining Room Separate
Total # of Rooms 8
Accessibility Features No
# Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Family Room
Interior Features Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings
Exterior
Exterior Vinyl Siding
Garage Desc Garage Door Opener(s), Detached
# Garage Spaces 2
Parking Desc Garage
Other Structures Gazebo
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
Water Source Public
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area Bloomington
County McLean
Subdivision Not Applicable
Elementary School Oakland Elementary
Elementary School District 87
High School Bloomington High School
Middle School District 87
Middle School Bloomington Jr High School
High School District 87
APN 2109232014
Directions Oakland Ave To South On Clayton Left On Bell
$290K
Range: $246K-$333K
Last 30 days 
  • Jul 2024
    mls logo MLS # 12045937
  • Jul 30, 2024 Sold
    $272,000
  • May 26, 2024 Active
  • May 24, 2024 Listed
    $225,000 (+60.7%)
  • Jul 2024
    Public Records
  • Jul 24, 2024 Sold
    $272,000 (+20.9%)
  • Oct 2017
    Public Records
  • Oct 31, 2017 Sold
    $140,000
  • Oct 2017
    mls logo MLS # 10182135
  • Oct 20, 2017 Sold
    $140,000 (-6.6%)
  • Aug 18, 2017 Listed
    $149,900 (+3.4%)
  • Mar 2016
    mls logo MLS # 10204768
  • Mar 8, 2016 Expired
  • Aug 15, 2012 Listed
    $149,900
  • May 2015
    Public Records
  • May 29, 2015 Sold
    $145,000
  • May 2015
    mls logo MLS # 10242532
  • May 20, 2015 Sold
    $145,000 (-3.3%)
  • Feb 7, 2015 Listed
    $149,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $4,259 +15.5%
    $58,532 +16.77%
  • 2023
    $3,688 +8.8%
    $50,124 +9.26%
  • 2022
    $3,389 +3.0%
    $45,876 +2.57%
  • 2021
    $3,291 +6.2%
    $44,727
  • 2020
    $3,099 -2.3%
    $44,727 +2.74%
  • 2019
    $3,172 -3.1%
    $43,536 -3.0%
  • 2018
    $3,273 +3.1%
    $44,883 +2.7%
  • 2017
    $3,174 +26.8%
    $43,703 -2.7%
  • 2016
    $2,504 +12.4%
    $44,915
  • 2014
    $2,227
  • 701 Bell St
    $272K
  • South Oakland
    $139K -22% y/y
  • 61701
    $176K +3% y/y
  • Bloomington
    $295K +10% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
703 Bell St, Bloomington, IL 61701 $232,000 4/2 2,058 0.01
705 Bell St, Bloomington, IL 61701 $278,000 4/1 2,192 0.02
706 S Clayton St, Bloomington, IL 61701 $151,000 3/1 948 0.02
703 S Clayton St, Bloomington, IL 61701 $163,000 —/— 1,389 0.02
701 S Clayton St, Bloomington, IL 61701 $154,000 4/1 1,881 0.03
705 S Clayton St, Bloomington, IL 61701 $201,000 3/2 2,080 0.03
708 S Clayton St, Bloomington, IL 61701 $133,000 2/1 768 0.03
622 S Clayton St, Bloomington, IL 61701 $237,000 —/1 2,088 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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