Vote expected Wednesday night on Unit 5 referendum | Local Education | pantagraph.com

2022-08-20 03:22:51 By : Ms. Berril Jiang

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The Unit 5 board meets for its July meeting on July 20, 2022 at Normal West High School. It meets again on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Normal West. 

NORMAL — McLean County Unit 5’s board is expected to vote Wednesday on putting a referendum on the November ballot to increase the districts maximum tax rate for its education fund.

The vote is the latest step in a months long process to decide how to address a structural deficit in the education fund. 

The district has worked with consulting firm EOSullivan during the process. At their last meeting in July, Unit 5 board members expressed support for moving forward to a vote to put the referendum on the general election ballot later this fall.

While the action item is on the agenda, Unit 5 had not released details on the referendum in the documents for the meeting as of press time on Tuesday.

The board meets at Normal West High School at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. There will be a chance for the public to make comments, with sign up to speak to the board running from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. ahead of the meeting.

Completely renovated 4 bed 2 full bath home with heated 3 car garage only about 5 miles from Rivian in Unit 5 school District! Renovations include NEW ROOF- home and garage 2019, new 200 amp electrical system, completely updated plumbing throughout, carpet, paint, new kitchen and bathrooms (renovated down to the studs!) Huge oversized 3 car garage has its own electrical box, baseboard heating newer garage door opener with 1 remote and lighting at the flip of a switch for the attic space. Huge living room that has a convenient laundry room located in a custom laundry closet that has a Pinterest look to it! Home has a newly poured cement walkways to get to the spacious heated detached 3 car garage! New beautiful covered backyard porch for relaxing and enjoying a morning cup of coffee. Come check it out before it's gone! In addition to all the original updates the current owners purchased a water filtration system- Proline Plus Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Filtration System and HydroSpring Water Softener and Conditioner $5,000 , an amazing master ceiling fan/light and a Liberty Home Guard-5 year home warranty that covers the septic plumbing coverage $3,050- it's transferable to new owners. View More

Completely renovated 4 bed 2 full bath home with heated 3 car garage only about 5 miles from Rivian in Unit 5 school District! Renovations include NEW ROOF- home and garage 2019, new 200 amp electrical system, completely updated plumbing throughout, carpet, paint, new kitchen and bathrooms (renovated down to the studs!) Huge oversized 3 car garage has its own electrical box, baseboard heating newer garage door opener with 1 remote and lighting at the flip of a switch for the attic space. Huge living room that has a convenient laundry room located in a custom laundry closet that has a Pinterest look to it! Home has a newly poured cement walkways to get to the spacious heated detached 3 car garage! New beautiful covered backyard porch for relaxing and enjoying a morning cup of coffee. Come check it out before it's gone! In addition to all the original updates the current owners purchased a water filtration system- Proline Plus Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Filtration System and HydroSpring Water Softener and Conditioner $5,000 , an amazing master ceiling fan/light and a Liberty Home Guard-5 year home warranty that covers the septic plumbing coverage $3,050- it's transferable to new owners.

Large and spacious four bedroom, three full bath home that has the room count and size that you have been looking for! Nicely landscaped and fenced backyard too. This home has so many rooms and so much space for your family's needs. Nice enclosed front porch too! Home used to be subdivided into a tri-plex and could easily be put back as one to generate tremendous income potential. All freshly painted four bedrooms upstairs, with new carpet as well. Newer furnace and air conditioning, along with newer water heater. New roof in 2015. Nice two garage off the back/side alley. Access to the alley is from Olive St. Basement used to function as a separate apartment and has a kitchen with those appliances that stay and a full bathroom. The basement has two other finished rooms (finished walls and ceiling) that just need new flooring. House only has seepage with that "100-year storm" last June. The laundry was moved to the back enclosed porch, hookups are still in the basement as well. Come see all the space that this home has! View More

Large and spacious four bedroom, three full bath home that has the room count and size that you have been looking for! Nicely landscaped and fenced backyard too. This home has so many rooms and so much space for your family's needs. Nice enclosed front porch too! Home used to be subdivided into a tri-plex and could easily be put back as one to generate tremendous income potential. All freshly painted four bedrooms upstairs, with new carpet as well. Newer furnace and air conditioning, along with newer water heater. New roof in 2015. Nice two garage off the back/side alley. Access to the alley is from Olive St. Basement used to function as a separate apartment and has a kitchen with those appliances that stay and a full bathroom. The basement has two other finished rooms (finished walls and ceiling) that just need new flooring. House only has seepage with that "100-year storm" last June. The laundry was moved to the back enclosed porch, hookups are still in the basement as well. Come see all the space that this home has!

Enjoy all the comforts of today with the character and charm of a classic home in one of Bloomington's most coveted neighborhoods! The Kitchen, all 3 bathrooms, and the Basement Family/Theater room have been completely remodeled. Kitchen has custom cabinetry with quartz countertops and Stainless Steel appliances. Every bathroom features quartz tops, tile showers & floors and heavy glass shower doors! Huge master bedroom with 2 closets. Theater room in basement family room. Affordable utilities with new boiler in 2017, Unico central AC system and spray foam insulation. 4 floors of living area, spacious screened porch, white marble fireplace, built-in custom lockers & cabinets, high ceilings, walk-up attic, crown moldings and much more. Updates include new roof in 2011 & the exterior was painted in 2017. Additional concrete parking pad off alley behind garage. Shared driveway. View More

Enjoy all the comforts of today with the character and charm of a classic home in one of Bloomington's most coveted neighborhoods! The Kitchen, all 3 bathrooms, and the Basement Family/Theater room have been completely remodeled. Kitchen has custom cabinetry with quartz countertops and Stainless Steel appliances. Every bathroom features quartz tops, tile showers & floors and heavy glass shower doors! Huge master bedroom with 2 closets. Theater room in basement family room. Affordable utilities with new boiler in 2017, Unico central AC system and spray foam insulation. 4 floors of living area, spacious screened porch, white marble fireplace, built-in custom lockers & cabinets, high ceilings, walk-up attic, crown moldings and much more. Updates include new roof in 2011 & the exterior was painted in 2017. Additional concrete parking pad off alley behind garage. Shared driveway.

Rare chance for Country Living - SO close to town!! Relax on the multi-level deck with a morning coffee and nice breeze! First floor Master BR (19 x 19) with walk in closet. Master bath has heated ceramic tiles! Outbuildings for workshop and plenty of storage! The barn has two levels of decking. The corncrib allows for additional storage! The property has plenty of trees for privacy. The perfect place to entertain family and friends. Items staying with the home - Kitchen stainless steel appliances, office desk and bookcase, LR TV stand. Central air, but 3 window units stay for additional AC. Regular furnace and wood furnace. Wood supply stays with the home! West side of barn has LED lighting, insulated and has a barrel stove! 10/06 - new HVAC. 11/02 - new pressure tank for well. 8/99 - new septic system. Septic tank recently cleaned out in 8/20. It's time to buy your piece of the world! View More

Rare chance for Country Living - SO close to town!! Relax on the multi-level deck with a morning coffee and nice breeze! First floor Master BR (19 x 19) with walk in closet. Master bath has heated ceramic tiles! Outbuildings for workshop and plenty of storage! The barn has two levels of decking. The corncrib allows for additional storage! The property has plenty of trees for privacy. The perfect place to entertain family and friends. Items staying with the home - Kitchen stainless steel appliances, office desk and bookcase, LR TV stand. Central air, but 3 window units stay for additional AC. Regular furnace and wood furnace. Wood supply stays with the home! West side of barn has LED lighting, insulated and has a barrel stove! 10/06 - new HVAC. 11/02 - new pressure tank for well. 8/99 - new septic system. Septic tank recently cleaned out in 8/20. It's time to buy your piece of the world!

Remodeled 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home close to everything! Two block walk to Fell Park and just across Fell from IWU Shirk Center, Carle BroMenn Hospital. Rough-in in basement for full bath. 2021 roof and ac install Newer with in last 7 years windows, furnace and, baths and kitchen. Large deck on the front of the home and another overlooks the Large back yard and Patio off the 30 x 21 extra large 2-car garage. Can put 2 cars in and have a large shop. View More

Remodeled 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home close to everything! Two block walk to Fell Park and just across Fell from IWU Shirk Center, Carle BroMenn Hospital. Rough-in in basement for full bath. 2021 roof and ac install Newer with in last 7 years windows, furnace and, baths and kitchen. Large deck on the front of the home and another overlooks the Large back yard and Patio off the 30 x 21 extra large 2-car garage. Can put 2 cars in and have a large shop.

4 bedrooms 2 baths on 1.44 acres with many updates throughout. Perfectly located right in the middle of nothing and everything at the same time. Country living with no neighbors, but just minutes away from different townS including Bloomington/Normal. Beautiful views on all sides of the property. Newer laminate and tile flooring throughout. Mostly all newer paint. Kitchen has updated countertop and sink. Machine shed has newer poured concrete and has been divided into two separate areas. One is completely insulated and has a heater that keeps up all winter. This part has been turned into a gym but can be used for so many other ideas as well. The other part is perfect for storing any extra toys, storage, lawn equipment, etc. New well in 2016. Generator included. Stamped concrete patio perfect for entertaining or relaxing and taking in the peace and quiet. Beautifully landscaped. 1.44 acres holds an asparagus patch, garden, grapevine, apple tree and different gorgeous flowers however, it's open to your imagination. Is priced to sell and will be sold AS IS. Enclosed porch is currently being used as a 5th bedroom. Possibilities are endless. View More

4 bedrooms 2 baths on 1.44 acres with many updates throughout. Perfectly located right in the middle of nothing and everything at the same time. Country living with no neighbors, but just minutes away from different townS including Bloomington/Normal. Beautiful views on all sides of the property. Newer laminate and tile flooring throughout. Mostly all newer paint. Kitchen has updated countertop and sink. Machine shed has newer poured concrete and has been divided into two separate areas. One is completely insulated and has a heater that keeps up all winter. This part has been turned into a gym but can be used for so many other ideas as well. The other part is perfect for storing any extra toys, storage, lawn equipment, etc. New well in 2016. Generator included. Stamped concrete patio perfect for entertaining or relaxing and taking in the peace and quiet. Beautifully landscaped. 1.44 acres holds an asparagus patch, garden, grapevine, apple tree and different gorgeous flowers however, it's open to your imagination. Is priced to sell and will be sold AS IS. Enclosed porch is currently being used as a 5th bedroom. Possibilities are endless.

Character is EVERYTHING and this home definitely will not disappoint. As soon as you arrive the massive stone covered porch says welcome. Main level has so many features in addition to all of the hardwood flooring, crown molding, period mill work and more. Oversized living room with wood burning fireplace as well as a flex space nook for your office, reading, game time needs. The large dining room is truly a focal point. Updated kitchen with all appliances remaining, pantry and more opens up to the fully fenced in back yard. The second level hosts 4 bedrooms, full bath and upper level attic access. Detached OVERSIZED garage provides for so much additional storage. Fully fenced in back yard with driveway gate. Conveniently located close to all that Downtown Bloomington has to offer including the summer farmers market, concerts on the square, restaurants, shopping and so much more. Additional updates include: HVAC - 2011, Updated plumbing including tankless water heater - 2011, Updated electrical - 2019, Roof - 2016. As if that wasn't enough the sellers are also providing a 1 year home warranty for buyer peace of mind. View More

Character is EVERYTHING and this home definitely will not disappoint. As soon as you arrive the massive stone covered porch says welcome. Main level has so many features in addition to all of the hardwood flooring, crown molding, period mill work and more. Oversized living room with wood burning fireplace as well as a flex space nook for your office, reading, game time needs. The large dining room is truly a focal point. Updated kitchen with all appliances remaining, pantry and more opens up to the fully fenced in back yard. The second level hosts 4 bedrooms, full bath and upper level attic access. Detached OVERSIZED garage provides for so much additional storage. Fully fenced in back yard with driveway gate. Conveniently located close to all that Downtown Bloomington has to offer including the summer farmers market, concerts on the square, restaurants, shopping and so much more. Additional updates include: HVAC - 2011, Updated plumbing including tankless water heater - 2011, Updated electrical - 2019, Roof - 2016. As if that wasn't enough the sellers are also providing a 1 year home warranty for buyer peace of mind.

1.5 Story home ready for its new owners! This home provides 4 bedrooms (main floor bedroom and 3 bedrooms upstairs on second level)! Each floor provides a full bath, too! Features also include charming "old home" characteristics like exposed brick and delicate woodworking. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout most of the first and second floors. Awesome oversized 2 car detached garage. (Shared driveway is owned by Unit 5 and the owner has easement rights to it.). Updates include: Furnace 2000, AC 2022, Electric Water Heater. Schedule your showing today! View More

1.5 Story home ready for its new owners! This home provides 4 bedrooms (main floor bedroom and 3 bedrooms upstairs on second level)! Each floor provides a full bath, too! Features also include charming "old home" characteristics like exposed brick and delicate woodworking. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout most of the first and second floors. Awesome oversized 2 car detached garage. (Shared driveway is owned by Unit 5 and the owner has easement rights to it.). Updates include: Furnace 2000, AC 2022, Electric Water Heater. Schedule your showing today!

So much new here you will certainly be impressed! This home has an inviting open floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen with a breakfast bar, formal dining room & a living room with a contemporary electric fireplace. The 1st floor offers bedroom #1, a full bath with a new tub surround and laundry with trendy sliding barn doors! The washer and dryer remain of course. The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms up and a huge full bath! Every inch of the space is used here with a cozy nook under the steps for lounging, reading or an office space. ALL NEW paint, flooring, window coverings, brand new tub surround in 1st floor bath, countertop, new iron railing, recessed lights & contemporary lighting. The current lighting is amazing! The kitchen has ALL stainless steel appliances, with a French door style refrigerator and a BRAND NEW dishwasher. There is a separate entryway and a 5X14 porch off the kitchen that leads to the backyard, which is completely fenced with 2 gates. ALSO in the backyard is a 21x10 deck with a built-in bench, a huge 30x20 patio AND a 8x8 L-shaped grill and bar area with a concrete countertop! The Andirondack chairs & grill remain of course. The cement driveway has space for 3 vehicles and there's a 12x10 storage shed for additional storage. Notice the great curb appeal with a stone area added for flowers! Look fo the USB port by the breakfast bar, where all 4 bar stools remain! Newer double pane windows too! The roof is about 6 years old and the furnace /AC are about 10 years old. (This house went pending on day 2 on the market and is now back on the market due to financial fall through from the buyer.) View More

So much new here you will certainly be impressed! This home has an inviting open floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen with a breakfast bar, formal dining room & a living room with a contemporary electric fireplace. The 1st floor offers bedroom #1, a full bath with a new tub surround and laundry with trendy sliding barn doors! The washer and dryer remain of course. The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms up and a huge full bath! Every inch of the space is used here with a cozy nook under the steps for lounging, reading or an office space. ALL NEW paint, flooring, window coverings, brand new tub surround in 1st floor bath, countertop, new iron railing, recessed lights & contemporary lighting. The current lighting is amazing! The kitchen has ALL stainless steel appliances, with a French door style refrigerator and a BRAND NEW dishwasher. There is a separate entryway and a 5X14 porch off the kitchen that leads to the backyard, which is completely fenced with 2 gates. ALSO in the backyard is a 21x10 deck with a built-in bench, a huge 30x20 patio AND a 8x8 L-shaped grill and bar area with a concrete countertop! The Andirondack chairs & grill remain of course. The cement driveway has space for 3 vehicles and there's a 12x10 storage shed for additional storage. Notice the great curb appeal with a stone area added for flowers! Look fo the USB port by the breakfast bar, where all 4 bar stools remain! Newer double pane windows too! The roof is about 6 years old and the furnace /AC are about 10 years old. (This house went pending on day 2 on the market and is now back on the market due to financial fall through from the buyer.)

Historic home with many recent updates in Old North Normal. The main level has original hardwood flooring in excellent condition, french doors, 10' ceilings, modern lighting, and new window treatments. The entire home is bright and open with many large windows. Basement has recently been finished and has a bathroom with a shower. Third floor is finished with plenty of space for storage, bedroom, or game room. All 4 bedrooms on the second floor are larger than you would expect for a home this age. All closets are walk-in and have recently been remodeled with high-end hardware. There is plenty of outdoor space with a patio in front and back, with a new deck off the rear door. The detached two car garage has electric vehicle charging and a carport. Furniture is negotiable. Updates since 2021: basement remodel, window treatments throughout, rear deck, many lighting upgrades, built-in closets, electric vehicle 14-50 plug, sump pump w. backup, carpeting upstairs Updates since 2016: many windows, fresh paint inside and out, central A/C and heat, electric, plumbing, water heater, and roof. View More

Historic home with many recent updates in Old North Normal. The main level has original hardwood flooring in excellent condition, french doors, 10' ceilings, modern lighting, and new window treatments. The entire home is bright and open with many large windows. Basement has recently been finished and has a bathroom with a shower. Third floor is finished with plenty of space for storage, bedroom, or game room. All 4 bedrooms on the second floor are larger than you would expect for a home this age. All closets are walk-in and have recently been remodeled with high-end hardware. There is plenty of outdoor space with a patio in front and back, with a new deck off the rear door. The detached two car garage has electric vehicle charging and a carport. Furniture is negotiable. Updates since 2021: basement remodel, window treatments throughout, rear deck, many lighting upgrades, built-in closets, electric vehicle 14-50 plug, sump pump w. backup, carpeting upstairs Updates since 2016: many windows, fresh paint inside and out, central A/C and heat, electric, plumbing, water heater, and roof.

Now is your chance to own this one-of-a-kind, historic John Gregory house in Normal sitting on nearly a one acre lot. This iconic home is "the oldest and most scrupulous piece of architectural restoration within the town of Normal, the finest Italianate-styled structure in Normal & one of the best in Central Illinois," according to the town and an Old House Society Historic Preservation award recipient. Attention to detail and the timeless efforts to restore the home by the current Sellers can be seen from the basement all the way to the tippy top of the cupola showcasing stunning 360 views of the town that is heated, insulated and air conditioned. Hardwood floors throughout that have been restored, cedar closets, built-ins, unique architecture, wood stove and fireplaces throughout. Entryway features 100-year old salvaged oak flooring and one-of-a-kind spiral walnut staircase. Attention to detail is an understatement: barn beams w/ mortise and tenon joints in the heated garage, 1" hickory on the walls along with historic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Parlor features lawyer bookcases, fireplace and access to your private flagstone patio and wrap-around porch. Upstairs you will find 4 bedrooms including a room featuring a library ladder w/ built-ins, master bedroom, spacious service quarters that feature a fireplace and full bath that has access to the separate stairwell. *NEW* 2020 water heater , *NEW* 2019 top-of-the-line, high efficiency furnace and heat pump for upstairs, *NEW* 2019 professionally sealed dry lock basement. *NEW* 2018 full-blown insulation and cedar siding along with foam insulation in attic. *NEW* 2020 water softener and osmosis system. *NEW 2017 exterior paint*, *NEW* 5" inch gutters added. ALL appliances to stay! Additional updates throughout include restoring 1900's wallpaper, water pressure pump added, Rich Murray (Bartonville) installed custom granite countertops w/ antique kitchen light fixtures, Anderson windows in cupola, and extended driveway and topcoated in 2021. Garage floor was professionally coated by TSR. Outside features a few private gardens, professionally landscaped and maintained along with rubber mulch and mature trees. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee or evening glass of wine while watching the sunrises and sunsets. The 18 Douglas fir trees provide year-round greenery along with the dianthus, rhododendrons, groundcover, rising sun redbud, two cherry trees, forsythia and hostas provide color all summer long. All plants are established and do well on their own. Maintenance is minimal. Unit 5 schools! Close to Illinois State University, stadiums, Uptown Normal, highways, shopping and more. Make this house of a lifetime yours today! View More

Now is your chance to own this one-of-a-kind, historic John Gregory house in Normal sitting on nearly a one acre lot. This iconic home is "the oldest and most scrupulous piece of architectural restoration within the town of Normal, the finest Italianate-styled structure in Normal & one of the best in Central Illinois," according to the town and an Old House Society Historic Preservation award recipient. Attention to detail and the timeless efforts to restore the home by the current Sellers can be seen from the basement all the way to the tippy top of the cupola showcasing stunning 360 views of the town that is heated, insulated and air conditioned. Hardwood floors throughout that have been restored, cedar closets, built-ins, unique architecture, wood stove and fireplaces throughout. Entryway features 100-year old salvaged oak flooring and one-of-a-kind spiral walnut staircase. Attention to detail is an understatement: barn beams w/ mortise and tenon joints in the heated garage, 1" hickory on the walls along with historic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Parlor features lawyer bookcases, fireplace and access to your private flagstone patio and wrap-around porch. Upstairs you will find 4 bedrooms including a room featuring a library ladder w/ built-ins, master bedroom, spacious service quarters that feature a fireplace and full bath that has access to the separate stairwell. *NEW* 2020 water heater , *NEW* 2019 top-of-the-line, high efficiency furnace and heat pump for upstairs, *NEW* 2019 professionally sealed dry lock basement. *NEW* 2018 full-blown insulation and cedar siding along with foam insulation in attic. *NEW* 2020 water softener and osmosis system. *NEW 2017 exterior paint*, *NEW* 5" inch gutters added. ALL appliances to stay! Additional updates throughout include restoring 1900's wallpaper, water pressure pump added, Rich Murray (Bartonville) installed custom granite countertops w/ antique kitchen light fixtures, Anderson windows in cupola, and extended driveway and topcoated in 2021. Garage floor was professionally coated by TSR. Outside features a few private gardens, professionally landscaped and maintained along with rubber mulch and mature trees. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee or evening glass of wine while watching the sunrises and sunsets. The 18 Douglas fir trees provide year-round greenery along with the dianthus, rhododendrons, groundcover, rising sun redbud, two cherry trees, forsythia and hostas provide color all summer long. All plants are established and do well on their own. Maintenance is minimal. Unit 5 schools! Close to Illinois State University, stadiums, Uptown Normal, highways, shopping and more. Make this house of a lifetime yours today!

Don't miss this well cared for home. 6 ft privacy fence added. 2 car detached garage and a storage shed that remains. Lovely covered front porch. The attic is partially finished with ceiling, walls and floor coverings. Some recent updates include: New siding 2010, Roof (tear off) July 2020. Fresh paint entry of house 4/2021, Furnace and central air under 12 years old. Plumbing and electrical updated in 2009. Water heater installed 2019. Remodeled bathroom 2020. It was being rented for $1400. Tons of space. View More

Don't miss this well cared for home. 6 ft privacy fence added. 2 car detached garage and a storage shed that remains. Lovely covered front porch. The attic is partially finished with ceiling, walls and floor coverings. Some recent updates include: New siding 2010, Roof (tear off) July 2020. Fresh paint entry of house 4/2021, Furnace and central air under 12 years old. Plumbing and electrical updated in 2009. Water heater installed 2019. Remodeled bathroom 2020. It was being rented for $1400. Tons of space.

Amazing 4 bedroom 3 bathroom Pool home in Founders Grove! Love living at Glacier Point, this wonderful property has all the things you need to have the best Summer ever. Inside there are so many updates that you need to read the 3 page list, and when you step outside you truly have it all, fantastic pool, great seating areas, beautiful landscaping, and of course one of the best locations in town. This is the one you've been waiting for. View More

Amazing 4 bedroom 3 bathroom Pool home in Founders Grove! Love living at Glacier Point, this wonderful property has all the things you need to have the best Summer ever. Inside there are so many updates that you need to read the 3 page list, and when you step outside you truly have it all, fantastic pool, great seating areas, beautiful landscaping, and of course one of the best locations in town. This is the one you've been waiting for.

Nice 4 bedroom home just mins from Blm-Nl. Detached 2-c heated garage, fenced yard, wood fire pit/grill on patio, lovely backyard, plumbing & elect updated, 2 furnaces, 2 A/C's, priced to sell. View More

Nice 4 bedroom home just mins from Blm-Nl. Detached 2-c heated garage, fenced yard, wood fire pit/grill on patio, lovely backyard, plumbing & elect updated, 2 furnaces, 2 A/C's, priced to sell.

Tons of Potential with this 4-bedroom home in Coveted Tri-Valley School District. Home is located in unincorporated village of Holder just 10 minutes from East side of Bloomington with Downs address and schools. House needs a little TLC but mostly cosmetic, home has vinyl replacement windows, homes siding needs painted as well as some other repairs. Great opportunity for some sweat equity in an owner-occupied home or investment property. View More

Tons of Potential with this 4-bedroom home in Coveted Tri-Valley School District. Home is located in unincorporated village of Holder just 10 minutes from East side of Bloomington with Downs address and schools. House needs a little TLC but mostly cosmetic, home has vinyl replacement windows, homes siding needs painted as well as some other repairs. Great opportunity for some sweat equity in an owner-occupied home or investment property.

ATTENTION ALL INVESTORS! First time on the market since the mid 1970s making this a rare opportunity to own 2 "iconic" homes used as ISU student rentals for over 3 decades. Located right on the edge of ISU campus making for a very short commute for students. Each home offers 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Each home has a licensed special use variance permit allowing more than 2 unrelated occupants. Must be sold together with 421 W. Vernon. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of ISU "history." View More

ATTENTION ALL INVESTORS! First time on the market since the mid 1970s making this a rare opportunity to own 2 "iconic" homes used as ISU student rentals for over 3 decades. Located right on the edge of ISU campus making for a very short commute for students. Each home offers 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Each home has a licensed special use variance permit allowing more than 2 unrelated occupants. Must be sold together with 421 W. Vernon. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of ISU "history."

ATTENTION ALL INVESTORS! First time on the market since the mid 1970s making this a rare opportunity to own 2 "iconic" homes used as ISU student rentals for over 3 decades. Located right on the edge of ISU campus making for a very short commute for students. Each home offers 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Each home has a licensed special use variance permit allowing more than 2 unrelated occupants. Must be sold together with 423 W. Vernon. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of ISU "history." View More

ATTENTION ALL INVESTORS! First time on the market since the mid 1970s making this a rare opportunity to own 2 "iconic" homes used as ISU student rentals for over 3 decades. Located right on the edge of ISU campus making for a very short commute for students. Each home offers 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Each home has a licensed special use variance permit allowing more than 2 unrelated occupants. Must be sold together with 423 W. Vernon. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of ISU "history."

Welcome to 303 E Madison. Enjoy all of the beauty of a turn of the century home with all of the modern updates. Soaring 10' ceilings really give each room a grand feeling and the extra tall windows let in tons of natural light. Original hardwood floors with tile and carpet inlays. The ornate millwork on the stairway as you enter really sets the tone for this home. Beautiful French doors lead from the entry to the living room. Stained glass windows just add to the charm. The main floor master suite includes a walk-in tile shower that is just beautiful, and walk-in closet. If you like walk-in closets, you will love this home as 3 bedrooms have them. The basement includes a storm shelter that was believed to be a fall-out shelter originally. Nestled nicely between the high school and primary schools, and walkable to shops and restaurants in uptown Mackinaw. View More

Welcome to 303 E Madison. Enjoy all of the beauty of a turn of the century home with all of the modern updates. Soaring 10' ceilings really give each room a grand feeling and the extra tall windows let in tons of natural light. Original hardwood floors with tile and carpet inlays. The ornate millwork on the stairway as you enter really sets the tone for this home. Beautiful French doors lead from the entry to the living room. Stained glass windows just add to the charm. The main floor master suite includes a walk-in tile shower that is just beautiful, and walk-in closet. If you like walk-in closets, you will love this home as 3 bedrooms have them. The basement includes a storm shelter that was believed to be a fall-out shelter originally. Nestled nicely between the high school and primary schools, and walkable to shops and restaurants in uptown Mackinaw.

Welcome to 303 E Madison. Enjoy all of the beauty of a turn of the century home with all of the modern updates. Soaring 10' ceilings really give each room a grand feeling and the extra tall windows let in tons of natural light. Original hardwood floors with tile and carpet inlays. The ornate millwork on the stairway as you enter really sets the tone for this home. Beautiful French doors lead from the entry to the living room. Stained glass windows just add to the charm. The main floor master suite includes a walk-in tile shower that is just beautiful, and walk-in closet. If you like walk-in closets, you will love this home as 3 bedrooms have them. The basement includes a storm shelter that was believed to be a fall-out shelter originally. Nestled nicely between the high school and primary schools, and walkable to shops and restaurants in uptown Mackinaw. View More

Welcome to 303 E Madison. Enjoy all of the beauty of a turn of the century home with all of the modern updates. Soaring 10' ceilings really give each room a grand feeling and the extra tall windows let in tons of natural light. Original hardwood floors with tile and carpet inlays. The ornate millwork on the stairway as you enter really sets the tone for this home. Beautiful French doors lead from the entry to the living room. Stained glass windows just add to the charm. The main floor master suite includes a walk-in tile shower that is just beautiful, and walk-in closet. If you like walk-in closets, you will love this home as 3 bedrooms have them. The basement includes a storm shelter that was believed to be a fall-out shelter originally. Nestled nicely between the high school and primary schools, and walkable to shops and restaurants in uptown Mackinaw.

This beautiful home built just before 1900 sure does not show like its age. Beautiful dark wood tone laminate floors throughout the first floor with the almost open floor plan. Real wood burning fireplace in the living room is a cozy invitation for your guests. The old beauty has 4 bedrooms , 3 of which on the 2nd floor with nice open hall space. This home has all the major updates completed, all you need to do is move on in and make yourself at home. There is no other place like it. This one is a must see!! HVAC 2018, new roof 2012, new vinyl siding 2013, new windows 2012. Culligan water softener is rented. Large 3 car garage is heated. All information believed to be accurate. Be advised Ring doorbell is active. View More

This beautiful home built just before 1900 sure does not show like its age. Beautiful dark wood tone laminate floors throughout the first floor with the almost open floor plan. Real wood burning fireplace in the living room is a cozy invitation for your guests. The old beauty has 4 bedrooms , 3 of which on the 2nd floor with nice open hall space. This home has all the major updates completed, all you need to do is move on in and make yourself at home. There is no other place like it. This one is a must see!! HVAC 2018, new roof 2012, new vinyl siding 2013, new windows 2012. Culligan water softener is rented. Large 3 car garage is heated. All information believed to be accurate. Be advised Ring doorbell is active.

Sitting on over an acre, this classic farmhouse with modern accents just minutes from Moraine View State Park in the desired Tri-Valley school district is sure to impress! The new siding currently being installed is just the latest in a number of updates to this rural gem. Take in all the fresh country air on the wraparound front porch before heading inside to discover charming character and beautiful original details throughout. In the front living room, you'll appreciate the gorgeous hardwood flooring, coffered ceiling, and large window letting all the light stream in. The hardwoods continue through the large cased opening into the spacious family room, complete with bay window and updated lighting. Find great entertaining space in the breakfast nook which could also be used as main floor bedroom or head into the expansive kitchen/dining room to find a large island with seating and rustic brick accent, updated light fixtures, beautiful backsplash, granite countertops, and stainless appliances. A convenient drop-zone with storage, laundry room, and full bathroom complete the main level. Your private retreat awaits upstairs where you'll discover the primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and updated full bath. Three additional bedrooms with great storage space, including one with a built-in loft bed, share the third full bathroom. Keep all your tools and toys organized out in the 24x50 barn or play in the large, fenced backyard. All brand new siding in 2022 plus many updates in the last several years including electrical, plumbing, flooring, HVAC, water heater, cabinets, windows, doors, metal roof, gutters, and more! Check out this remarkable find today! View More

Sitting on over an acre, this classic farmhouse with modern accents just minutes from Moraine View State Park in the desired Tri-Valley school district is sure to impress! The new siding currently being installed is just the latest in a number of updates to this rural gem. Take in all the fresh country air on the wraparound front porch before heading inside to discover charming character and beautiful original details throughout. In the front living room, you'll appreciate the gorgeous hardwood flooring, coffered ceiling, and large window letting all the light stream in. The hardwoods continue through the large cased opening into the spacious family room, complete with bay window and updated lighting. Find great entertaining space in the breakfast nook which could also be used as main floor bedroom or head into the expansive kitchen/dining room to find a large island with seating and rustic brick accent, updated light fixtures, beautiful backsplash, granite countertops, and stainless appliances. A convenient drop-zone with storage, laundry room, and full bathroom complete the main level. Your private retreat awaits upstairs where you'll discover the primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and updated full bath. Three additional bedrooms with great storage space, including one with a built-in loft bed, share the third full bathroom. Keep all your tools and toys organized out in the 24x50 barn or play in the large, fenced backyard. All brand new siding in 2022 plus many updates in the last several years including electrical, plumbing, flooring, HVAC, water heater, cabinets, windows, doors, metal roof, gutters, and more! Check out this remarkable find today!

Beautiful Historic home on Franklin Square near downtown Bloomington. 2019 Completely New Roof, New copper piping throughout the whole house, new appliances, new light fixtures, 2020 completely remodeled main floor bathroom, master bath, second playroom on the main floor, new 75 gal Water Heater, all electrical is updated, new flooring in back entryway, landscaping 2021 new HVAC system, new floor in mudroom, remodeled second upstairs bathroom, new sidewalks to the garage and house off the driveway, freshly painted. Huge attic ready to be finished or makes for great storage. Do not miss out on this one! View More

Beautiful Historic home on Franklin Square near downtown Bloomington. 2019 Completely New Roof, New copper piping throughout the whole house, new appliances, new light fixtures, 2020 completely remodeled main floor bathroom, master bath, second playroom on the main floor, new 75 gal Water Heater, all electrical is updated, new flooring in back entryway, landscaping 2021 new HVAC system, new floor in mudroom, remodeled second upstairs bathroom, new sidewalks to the garage and house off the driveway, freshly painted. Huge attic ready to be finished or makes for great storage. Do not miss out on this one!

This is your chance to own a one of a kind, elegant and custom built Bloomington Country Club golf course and lake view home that is proudly situated on a just under 1 acre lot. From the moment you walk inside you are surrounded by character, quality, and inclusion. Enjoy entertaining and dining in the massive 39x42 great room with solid hardwood beams, exposed woodwork, pool and golf course views, pool access, full kitchen with multiple refrigerators, freezer, additional ice machine, dishwasher, double oven, Jenn-Air cook-top and a massive limestone entertaining counter. Large floor to ceiling stone hearth with digital remote gas fireplace. This addition was designed by well known architect Francois & Associates and built by AJS Construction with the full sized pool and deck designed and installed by Barrington Pools. Interior design throughout this home uniquely crafted by Laurie Wallace Interior Designs. From the Great Room you are welcomed by the skylighted atrium with slate tile flooring, full bath, changing space and laundry for guests. This space is perfect for those entering and exiting from the pool and patio. Stunning library with additional golf course views and large gas fireplace also opens up to an exterior patio. You and your guests will enjoy relax time in the formal sitting room with exterior screened in patio which overlooks the stunning West facing views. Kitchen 2 is packed full of features including Jenn-Air appliances and Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer. Private breakfast dining room is conveniently located right off of kitchen 2 and opens into the formal dining room. Beautiful terra-cotta flooring and custom painted walls through out these 3 spaces. Within the turret of this home you are blown away by the spiral staircase taking you to the 2nd floor. Note the hand painted artwork within the turret ceiling. The 2nd floor boasts a primary suite with en-suite that includes a jetted deep soak tub, separate shower, and dual sink vanity. Additionally you will enjoy the massive 18x12 walk-in closet with prep vanity and arial views of the entire course and lake. Guest rooms abound with 3 currently used for sleeping and a 4th that is used as a workout room with adjoining office/flex space and laundry. 2 additional full baths provide for plenty of prep space for your guests. The basement level is finished and packed with amenities. From the full family room to the wine cellar/wet-bar, spa sized steam room and powder room, the lower level will be enjoyed by all. As if that was not enough you have a 3rd kitchen that is primarily used for prep and food storage when hosting larger functions. Additional storage for all of your needs throughout the multiple lower level storage rooms. More storage is available and easily accessible in the walk up attic space. The slate stone roof and exposed brick with an abundance of professionally maintained landscaping truly make this home stand out as a show stopper from the curb. Slate stone bordered circle drive with exposed aggregate flatwork provide parking and access to the attached 3-car heated garage and detached 2-car garage with 4 garage doors, 2 opening directly to the golf course. Perfect for your private golf cart storage. This is a once in a lifetime chance to own a home of this magnitude on coveted Country Club Dr. View More

This is your chance to own a one of a kind, elegant and custom built Bloomington Country Club golf course and lake view home that is proudly situated on a just under 1 acre lot. From the moment you walk inside you are surrounded by character, quality, and inclusion. Enjoy entertaining and dining in the massive 39x42 great room with solid hardwood beams, exposed woodwork, pool and golf course views, pool access, full kitchen with multiple refrigerators, freezer, additional ice machine, dishwasher, double oven, Jenn-Air cook-top and a massive limestone entertaining counter. Large floor to ceiling stone hearth with digital remote gas fireplace. This addition was designed by well known architect Francois & Associates and built by AJS Construction with the full sized pool and deck designed and installed by Barrington Pools. Interior design throughout this home uniquely crafted by Laurie Wallace Interior Designs. From the Great Room you are welcomed by the skylighted atrium with slate tile flooring, full bath, changing space and laundry for guests. This space is perfect for those entering and exiting from the pool and patio. Stunning library with additional golf course views and large gas fireplace also opens up to an exterior patio. You and your guests will enjoy relax time in the formal sitting room with exterior screened in patio which overlooks the stunning West facing views. Kitchen 2 is packed full of features including Jenn-Air appliances and Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer. Private breakfast dining room is conveniently located right off of kitchen 2 and opens into the formal dining room. Beautiful terra-cotta flooring and custom painted walls through out these 3 spaces. Within the turret of this home you are blown away by the spiral staircase taking you to the 2nd floor. Note the hand painted artwork within the turret ceiling. The 2nd floor boasts a primary suite with en-suite that includes a jetted deep soak tub, separate shower, and dual sink vanity. Additionally you will enjoy the massive 18x12 walk-in closet with prep vanity and arial views of the entire course and lake. Guest rooms abound with 3 currently used for sleeping and a 4th that is used as a workout room with adjoining office/flex space and laundry. 2 additional full baths provide for plenty of prep space for your guests. The basement level is finished and packed with amenities. From the full family room to the wine cellar/wet-bar, spa sized steam room and powder room, the lower level will be enjoyed by all. As if that was not enough you have a 3rd kitchen that is primarily used for prep and food storage when hosting larger functions. Additional storage for all of your needs throughout the multiple lower level storage rooms. More storage is available and easily accessible in the walk up attic space. The slate stone roof and exposed brick with an abundance of professionally maintained landscaping truly make this home stand out as a show stopper from the curb. Slate stone bordered circle drive with exposed aggregate flatwork provide parking and access to the attached 3-car heated garage and detached 2-car garage with 4 garage doors, 2 opening directly to the golf course. Perfect for your private golf cart storage. This is a once in a lifetime chance to own a home of this magnitude on coveted Country Club Dr.

Built in 1897 & the Winner of the 2001 Old House Society Historical Home Award! Character, Charm & Quality radiate in every sq ft of this 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath gem! Located in Bloomington's coveted Elmo neighborhood across from Bloomington Country Club on a HUGE fenced lot! Stunning outdoor living area- an entertainer's dream with a gorgeous enclosed courtyard that flows from the sprawling front porch and offers a deck with pergola, patio and even a natural gas line run for a grill! The yard is an oasis with lush professional landscaping, plenty of green space and a beautiful koi pond with granite water spill bowls! The home itself, as noted, is award winning... and rightfully so! With beamed ceilings, french doors, refinished hardwood floors, period millwork, double pane windows, built-ins GALORE and all the charm and character one would hope to find in a home of this magnitude! The Chef's Kitchen is spacious and offers a built-in booth with custom table, Corian counters, Prairie Woodwork Amish Hickory cabinets with all the bells and whistles (pull-out shelving, cutting boards, a HUGE pantry cabinet & more)! The kitchen also has glass backsplash, tile flooring, a cabinet faced sub-zero fridge, two dishwashers, two ovens, a desk & a gas range cooktop. The main level is also home to the Front Family Room with a lovely working fireplace, a Living Room with a so many windows that it feels like a sunroom, a Formal Dining with a built in wood hutch and a sunken Den with a soaring ceiling and a fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Dual staircases lead to the second floor, which is home to 4 bedrooms and a full bath with a jetted tub. The THIRD floor is the amazing Master Suite featuring a full bath with tiled shower and skylight, dual walk-in closets and window seats! Oversized 2-car garage and brick driveway with room for 3 cars. SOME of the many recent updates include: Roof 2018. 3rd Floor Bath Remodel 2019. Deck & Courtyard Remodel & Fence 2020. 3rd Floor Bathroom Remodel 2019. A must see home in a PRIME LOCATION that is priced to sell! View More

Built in 1897 & the Winner of the 2001 Old House Society Historical Home Award! Character, Charm & Quality radiate in every sq ft of this 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath gem! Located in Bloomington's coveted Elmo neighborhood across from Bloomington Country Club on a HUGE fenced lot! Stunning outdoor living area- an entertainer's dream with a gorgeous enclosed courtyard that flows from the sprawling front porch and offers a deck with pergola, patio and even a natural gas line run for a grill! The yard is an oasis with lush professional landscaping, plenty of green space and a beautiful koi pond with granite water spill bowls! The home itself, as noted, is award winning... and rightfully so! With beamed ceilings, french doors, refinished hardwood floors, period millwork, double pane windows, built-ins GALORE and all the charm and character one would hope to find in a home of this magnitude! The Chef's Kitchen is spacious and offers a built-in booth with custom table, Corian counters, Prairie Woodwork Amish Hickory cabinets with all the bells and whistles (pull-out shelving, cutting boards, a HUGE pantry cabinet & more)! The kitchen also has glass backsplash, tile flooring, a cabinet faced sub-zero fridge, two dishwashers, two ovens, a desk & a gas range cooktop. The main level is also home to the Front Family Room with a lovely working fireplace, a Living Room with a so many windows that it feels like a sunroom, a Formal Dining with a built in wood hutch and a sunken Den with a soaring ceiling and a fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Dual staircases lead to the second floor, which is home to 4 bedrooms and a full bath with a jetted tub. The THIRD floor is the amazing Master Suite featuring a full bath with tiled shower and skylight, dual walk-in closets and window seats! Oversized 2-car garage and brick driveway with room for 3 cars. SOME of the many recent updates include: Roof 2018. 3rd Floor Bath Remodel 2019. Deck & Courtyard Remodel & Fence 2020. 3rd Floor Bathroom Remodel 2019. A must see home in a PRIME LOCATION that is priced to sell!

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