Charming, full of character and located in the highly sought-after Founders Grove Subdivision! Original hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and an inviting open layout create a warm and welcoming feel throughout. The living room is centered around a gas fireplace (converted in 2021) surrounded by built-ins. The formal dining space with a cozy window seat flows nicely into the kitchen, which features a charming exposed brick accent, a breakfast bar for those quick meals, and a large pantry closet. Rounding out the first floor, you will find a full bath as well as the laundry. Upstairs, you will find all 3 bedrooms, with large closets, a rare find for a home of this age, and an additional full bath that got a refresh in 2023. The partially finished basement offers additional living space, great for a family room, playroom, or dedicated office space. The unfinished portion of the basement offers plenty of room for storage. Outside, you have the option of relaxing with your coffee or winding down from the day on the large enclosed front porch, or you can head out to the backyard, where a new privacy fence was installed in 2023, to hang out or entertain on the brick-paved patio. This home also offers a 2-car detached garage. Recent updates include roof in 2021, several replacement windows in 2023, exterior vinyl window wrapping in 2025, and a new garage door opener in 2026. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to own a move-in ready home filled with character in one of Bloomington's most desirable neighborhoods!
Active
$240,000
517 Vale St, Bloomington, IL 61701
3beds
2,423sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$99/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Abundant natural lightOriginal hardwood floorsInviting open layoutBrick-paved patioLarge enclosed front porchBreakfast barReplacement windows
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shannon Smith 309-310-9993,
RE/MAX Rising
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12642779
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X21
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X24
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,423
- Total interior livable area: 2,423 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 364
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 150
- Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 2103463020
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Founders Grove
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Bloomington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $99/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $242,493
- Annual tax amount: $6,359
- Date on market: 7/9/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/14/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,100$1/sqft |
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| 5/26/2021 | Sold | $200,000+7.6%$83/sqft |
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| 3/29/2021 | Pending sale | $185,900$77/sqft |
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| 3/29/2021 | Contingent | $185,900$77/sqft |
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| 3/26/2021 | Listed for sale | $185,900$77/sqft |
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| 3/26/2021 | Pending sale | $185,900$77/sqft |
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| 3/25/2021 | Contingent | $185,900$77/sqft |
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| 3/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $185,900+6.8%$77/sqft |
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| 8/21/2020 | Sold | $174,000-3.3%$72/sqft |
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| 7/1/2020 | Pending sale | $179,900$74/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $179,900+8.4%$74/sqft |
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| 1/13/2017 | Sold | $166,000+0.9%$69/sqft |
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| 11/18/2016 | Listed for sale | $164,500+2.8%$68/sqft |
Source: Crowne Realty #2164455 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2012 | Sold | $160,000-5.8%$66/sqft |
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| 12/2/2011 | Price change | $169,900-2.9%$70/sqft |
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| 9/23/2011 | Price change | $174,900-2.3%$72/sqft |
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| 8/25/2011 | Price change | $179,000-1.1%$74/sqft |
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| 7/29/2011 | Listed for sale | $181,000-2.7%$75/sqft |
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| 9/21/2010 | Sold | $186,000+0.6%$77/sqft |
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| 7/22/2010 | Listed for sale | $184,900$76/sqft |
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| 4/30/2009 | Listing removed | $184,900$76/sqft |
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| 4/21/2009 | Listed for sale | $184,900$76/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,360 +19.4% | $80,831 +12.8% |
| 2024 | $5,325 +7.4% | $71,682 +9.7% |
| 2023 | $4,961 +4.8% | $65,353 +5.9% |
| 2022 | $4,735 +7.1% | $61,709 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $4,421 | $58,017 +9.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $53,141 |
| 2019 | -- | $53,141 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,880 | $52,099 |
| 2017 | $3,880 -11.5% | $52,099 |
| 2016 | $4,386 +15.3% | $52,099 +1.3% |
| 2015 | $3,806 | $51,410 +1.1% |
| 2014 | $3,806 +8.7% | $50,863 +2% |
| 2013 | $3,502 0% | $49,865 -1.1% |
| 2012 | $3,504 | $50,414 -0.8% |
| 2011 | $3,504 +0.4% | $50,800 |
| 2010 | $3,492 +0.7% | $50,800 |
| 2009 | $3,468 +5.3% | $50,800 +4.6% |
| 2008 | $3,294 +2% | $48,580 +2.6% |
| 2007 | $3,229 | $47,372 +12.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $42,220 +2.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $41,351 +13.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $36,400 +4.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $34,960 +4.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $33,420 |
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Neighborhood: 61701
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oakland Elementary
- Middle: Bloomington Jr High School
- High: Bloomington High School
- District: 87
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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