1606 Cottage Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701
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SOLD
OCT 9, 2025

1606 Cottage Ave
Bloomington, IL 61701

  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,431 sqft

$196,500

Last Sold: Oct 9, 2025
2% below list $200K
$137/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,430/mo*
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$196,500

Last Sold: Oct 9, 2025
2% below list $200K
$137/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,430/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,431 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1991
Living Area
1,431 sqft
Price/Sqft
$137/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
$33/Monthly

About this House

Fantastic split level with open design, neutral tones and clean as a whistle! High ceilings on the main level in the open kitchen and living room. Open kitchen has all its appliances staying and offers a wonderful breakfast bar to enjoy as well as a table space nook. The living room features a gas log burning fireplace with mantel and a patio door to the deck. Deck can take you down to the yard too! There are two large bedrooms on this main level plus two full bathrooms. The lower level has the laundry area and a wonderfully sized family room with another patio door to the yard and its covered patio space. This family space could be used as another bedroom, its a legal space for that with its window and patio door. You'll also find a half bathroom in this family room/third bedroom space. Two car attached garage is a super bonus too! Enjoy the beautiful White Oak Park just down the street; featuring a playground, picnic areas and the fabulous 1-mile path around the lake. Let's help make this one your new home!
1606 Cottage Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701 is a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,431 sqft multi-family built in 1991. It last sold for $196,500 on Oct 9, 2025 (2% below the $200,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $1,925 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 16, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $203,200, with a rent estimate of $1,710/month.

Home Details for 1606 Cottage Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1431 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range HoodDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Family RoomHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1991
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Duplex, Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1432178020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $200,000Price Per Sqft: $137/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Sep 24 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Location

Direction & Address
City: BloomingtonCommunity: Park Place
School Information
Elementary School: Oakdale ElementaryElementary School District: 5Jr High / Middle School: Chiddix Jr HighJr High / Middle School District: 5High School: Normal Community High SchoolHigh School District: 5

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Couillard and Company

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1431 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHas an HOAHOA Fee: $400/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3842 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12475777Activation Date: Fri Sep 19 2025

Additional Information

MRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Tracy Haas Riley
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS
Kristen Haas Oliver, (309) 838-6082
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS
Bought with: Seth Couillard, (309) 530-1442, Couillard and Company
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12475777

Price History for 1606 Cottage Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/09/2025$196,500Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12475777
09/25/2025$200,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12475777
09/19/2025$200,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12475777
08/16/2025$1,925ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/08/2025$1,925Listed For RentZillow Rentals
07/31/2025$1,925ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
07/07/2025$1,925Listed For RentZillow Rentals
06/23/2022ListingRemovedZillow Rental Network Premium
06/18/2022$1,800Listed For RentZillow Rental Network Premium
11/11/2008$119,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/31/2008$119,900Listed 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$4,266
Assessment$158,478
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Date
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$215,000
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05/21/26
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1,719
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$275,500
06/26/26
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0.39
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$237,000
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2.5
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$245,000
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2
1,670
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1.19
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$235,000
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1,832
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What Locals Say about Bloomington

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  • 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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    "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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    " 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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    "By car driving approximately 15 mins oneway Return also same way and same route same amount of journey"
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    "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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    "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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    "great public transport access, & pretty central to most places in town. grocery & pharmacy & restaurants nearby too! love our neighborhood."
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    "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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    "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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    "great place to raise children. neighbors are friendly, clean city and neighborhoods. schools are also great! excellent teachers."
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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