1226 Challis Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704
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1226 Challis Dr
Bloomington, IL 61704

  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,633 sqft

$264,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,865/mo*
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$264,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,865/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,633 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Beautiful 2 story home in convenient East side location. You'll love the proximity to multiple parks as well as the local grade school. The home is move in ready and ready for you to make it your own! The main floor features a ton of space with a large family room with vaulted ceilings open to the kitchen, a separate dining room and flex room. Three bedrooms and the full bath are upstairs and the basement includes the 4th bedroom and great storage! The fenced in yard and deck complete this lovely home!
1226 Challis Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,633 sqft single-family home built in 1985. It last sold for $210,000 on Jul 28, 2023 (11% above the $190,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2020 with an asking price of $1,550 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 27, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $264,000, with a rent estimate of $2,267/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$5/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1226 Challis Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2633 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/ScreenHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, PorchFencing: Fenced
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 533 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1985
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1436309012

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $190,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jun 22 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: BloomingtonCommunity: Hillcrest
School Information
Elementary School: Stevenson ElementaryElementary School District: 87Jr High / Middle School: Bloomington Jr High SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 87High School: Bloomington High SchoolHigh School District: 87

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2633 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: OtherHas an HOAHOA Fee: $55/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8625 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11812209

Additional Information

SidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Monica Bullington, (309) 340-1000
RE/MAX Rising
Bought with: Jaime Mapugay, (309) 275-5971, RE/MAX Rising
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11812209

Price History for 1226 Challis Dr

DatePriceEventSource
07/28/2023$210,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11812209
06/22/2023$190,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11812209
06/20/2023$190,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11812209
02/27/2021ListingRemovedN/A
11/04/2020$1,550ListingRemovedN/A
10/14/2020$1,550Listed For RentN/A
08/25/2019$1,550ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/05/2019$1,550Listed For RentAgent Provided
10/22/2018$156,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10233954
07/11/2018$159,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Bloomington

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$263K
$15KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$123
$7MoM
Available listings
213
20MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,547
Assessment$223,230
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1226 Challis Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1224 Eastport Dr, Bloomington, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$237,500
10/15/25
3
1.5
2,134
1301 Bancroft Dr, Bloomington, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$225,000
07/22/25
3
1.5
1,465
1214 Challis Dr, Bloomington, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$270,000
08/04/25
3
2.5
2,458
1211 Sandburg Dr, Bloomington, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$210,000
01/05/26
3
1.5
1,686
1224 Townley Dr, Bloomington, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$194,900
12/05/25
4
2
2,074
1308 Mill Creek Rd, Bloomington, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$325,000
06/22/26
4
2.5
2,960
1209 Gettysburg Dr, Bloomington, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$145,000
11/14/25
4
2
1,862
1311 Bancroft Dr, Bloomington, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$220,000
09/16/25
3
1.5
1,418
5 Siesta Ct, Bloomington, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$260,000
06/24/26
4
2
2,232

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Bloomington

At least 520 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "I live by Washington Grade School which is a great school. 3 generations of my fam went there. Family neighborhood with lots of kids and aging neighbors. Not enough diversity but otherwise happy here. Been in my home 20 years. "
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  • Lauren
    "Sweet corn circus, farmers markets, tailgate and tall boys music festival, and all of the other local events around town. "
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  • Conwayjm
    " Nice neighborhood to take walks in and not too much traffic. Lots of parks and sidewalks, as well as dog parks make it family and dog friendly. "
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  • Srinivas.ramasetti
    "By car driving approximately 15 mins oneway Return also same way and same route same amount of journey"
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  • Srinivas.ramasetti
    "Dog owners around this are very much like it since it has dig friendly neighbour wood with lot of dog owners. They enjoy walking with across street."
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  • Gonzalesjessie379
    "It’s a safe neighborhood with large trees and beautiful homes. Not only do I live here but I grew up in this neighborhood. Downtown is just a few blocks away with shops night life and parades. "
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  • Melinda Turner
    "People who walk their dogs clean up behind them and they are very respectful of your yard. I like the keep the on leash never see any wondering around the neighborhood."
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  • Romi Rudzinski
    "Halloween trick or treating is the highlight, there are not other events that take place on our neighbourhood."
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  • Tess B.
    "unit 5 is a great school district. lots to do in the ways of trails and parks. heartland community College also offers a lot of fun classes for kids in the summer time. "
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  • Kellysully248
    "the area has two dogs parks. they are both nice parks. one is maxwell, the other is called Shepard. excelente area for dogs to play and socialize. safe neighborhood for walking your dog. plenty of parks too "
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  • Emily M.
    "great public transport access, & pretty central to most places in town. grocery & pharmacy & restaurants nearby too! love our neighborhood."
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  • Matthew
    "Calm neighborhood with a little street traffic off of busier roads. Close to downtown, older buildings, and near Wesleyan. Never had a problem in 5 years "
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  • Rtwebb1978
    "Quiet and nice area. I have some good neighbors and they are helpful. It’s private and enjoyable to live in this area. "
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  • Peg F.
    "Dogs are welcome and I have never seen one loose. Some people do not pick up their animals waste, which I think is very rude.. the “Dog Run” is not what is perceived on the pamphlets, it is very small fenced in area..so everyone just lets their dogs go on any grassy area"
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  • Anyuan
    "A good and quite neighborhood, most of people are friendly, lawn is well-kept, many children playing outside."
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  • Rakesh.pisces
    "That neighborhood is kids friendly and good school is available. Diverse culture is also an important factor."
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  • Bauerb6
    "Great community and helpful neighbors. Low crime rate. Many restaurants to choose from. Clean cities"
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  • Laverne T.
    "They would love this area. Dogs are welcomed here. There are times when you need to keep an eye out for stray dogs "
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  • Bauerb6
    "Beautiful well kept community. Safe atmosphere and great schools. Good neighborhood with plenty of restaurants "
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  • Kelli F. .
    "My commute can be long for a smaller city like Bloomington.. 15 to 20 minutes everywhere you go. I like around 5 minutes is long enough. "
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  • Kelli F. .
    "There’s a lot of places to walk the dogs as well as ponds to play in. Very welcoming neighborhood! Would recommend for people with pets"
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  • Jennifer B.
    "great place to raise children. neighbors are friendly, clean city and neighborhoods. schools are also great! excellent teachers."
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  • Denise
    "My commute is fine...takes 15 minuets to get to most places in town. Traffic is fine most of the time "
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  • Reliant61
    "I am retired, so no commute. You can be anywhere in town in 20 minutes or less. Public transportation is available but I have never used it. Most amenities are close enough to walk to if needed."
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  • Faye
    "I have lived in this area for 20+ years. It is very family friendly and has a strong flow of young professionals from the universities near by. "
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  • Tammy H.
    "This is a nice area with a lot of professionals and families. there are things to do and nice homes."
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  • Faye
    "As a neighborhood resident for 20 years, I can safely say this place is a steady family area perfect for raising a family. "
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  • MO
    "I am retired so I don’t have a commute. I have 3 grocery stores within walking distance too. I can get anywhere in town in less than 20 minutes "
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  • Mark O
    "Just a lot of stopping and chatting going on in the neighborhood during walks. The downtown and uptown communities sponsor a lot of entertainment and events to attend."
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  • Reliant61
    "The commute anywhere is negligible since this is a fairly small community and it has a good transpusystem"
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  • Bcfishe
    "There are many families with children in the neighborhood plenty of parks schools nearby great location. Seven minutes to work I work in normal"
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  • Will Buckem
    "it takes a village to do anything now-a-days. Real talk. Our neighborhood is blended and mostly we all lookout for each other."
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  • Dakota B.
    "Many great places in town. Lots of places to eat. Also, many awesome schools ranging from Pre-K / College Graduate. Taxes are a bit high in some areas, but are mostly alright."
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  • Rianna S.
    "There is access to a bus system but most places must be traveled via car. There are not many restaurants or shops close by. "
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  • Jodimacewan
    "It’s quiet safe, easier to park than larger places. Close to trail parking and restaurants. Close to work. "
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  • Dkkdcarter
    "Lived here for 20 years. Easy, safe living with great schools and minimal crime. Strong economic base."
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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. 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. Click here for more information