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517 Vale Street

Bloomington, IL 61701
  • $249,500
  • STATUS: Active
  • MLS #: 12642779
Price Reduced
UPDATED: 127 min ago
$249,500
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 0.17
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 2,423
    SQFT
  • $103
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1925
County:
Area:

School Information

Elementary School:
School District:
87

Description

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!

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517 Vale Street Bloomington, IL 61701

  • Price: $249,500
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: Days
  • Updated: 127 min ago
  • MLS #: 12642779
3
Beds
2
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.17
Acres
2,423
SQFT
$103
$/SQFT
1925
Built
Neighborhood:
Founders Grove
County:
Mclean
Area:
Bloomington
Elementary School:
Oakland Elementary
Middle School:
Bloomington Jr High School
High School:
Bloomington High School
School District:
87
Property Description
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!
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Traditional Lot Features Corner LotMature Trees Lot Size Less Than .25 Acre Parking Features Garage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedDetachedGarage Parking Total 2 Types 2 Stories Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Appliances RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer Approximate Finished Sq Ft 2059 Attic Pull Down Stair Basement Bathrooms YN No Basement Details Partially FinishedFull Basement Sqft 728 Bedrooms Below Grade 0 Bedrooms Total 3 Below Grade Finished Area 364 Cooling Central Air Fireplaces Total 1 Heating Natural GasForced Air Interior Features 1st Floor Full BathBuilt-in Features Main Sq Ft 874 Room Type No additional rooms Rooms (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) Bedroom 2 (Second) Bedroom 3 (Second) Bedroom 4 (N/A) Dining Room (Main) Family Room (Basement) Kitchen (Main) Laundry (Main) Living Room (Main) Master Bedroom (Second) Rooms Total 7 Total Sq Ft 1695 Unfinished Sqft 2423 Upper Square Feet 821

Property Features

Age 100+ Years Association Fee Frequency Not Applicable Association Fee Includes None Built Before1978 YN Yes Corporate Limits Bloomington Currently Leased No Disability Access And Or Equipped No General Information None Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required Mls Actual Status Active New Construction YN No Ownership Fee Simple Rebuilt YN No Rural No Sewer Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions None Tax Annual Amount 6359.7 Tax Year 2025 Township City of Bloomi Type Detached Single Water Source Public

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© 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data LLC. All rights reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by MTP, MRED or Suburban Life Realty.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-08-18T23:05:18.36 UTC. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Some properties which appear for sale on this website may subsequently have sold and may no longer be available. NOTICE: Many homes contain recording devices, and buyers should be aware they may be recorded during a showing.

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