201 Garden Rd, Normal, IL 61761
UNDER CONTRACT
0.31 ACRES

201 Garden Rd
Normal, IL 61761

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,088 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

$349,900

Est. Mortgage $2,441/mo*

$349,900

Est. Mortgage $2,441/mo*
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,088 sqft
(on 0.31 acres)

Local Information

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Description

All split levels are not created equally! When you first walk up to this one-of-a-kind home you will be WOWED! This house offers 4 bedroom and 2 full/2 half baths. As you walk up the stairs you are greeted with a formal dining room that opens up to the large eat-in kitchen. The kitchen measures 25x12 and features a ton of cabinets, granite countertops, tile backsplash, cooktop stove, wall oven, built in microwave, trash compactor and high-end refrigerator. Great family room with a fireplace and lots of natural lighting in every single room. There is a bedroom/office with its own private half bath near the family room. Down the hall there are 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full remodeled bathrooms. The lower level has 2 great spaces so use your imagination as you please. In the lower-level family room there is a 2nd fireplace plus laundry, half bath and storage down there. Large 2 car attached side load garage. Outside is a backyard oasis complete with 2 decks, large patio, very manageable in-ground heated swimming pool and hot tub. This area is very private and secluded. Updates include roof in 2020, furnace and air conditioner 2018, 50-gallon water heater 2022, pool liner 2021, pool heater 2016, pool pump motor 2025. Great location near Parkside elementary/jr high and Normal Community West high school. For 22 years the same owners have meticulously maintained this home. Must See!

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$113
Listed
3 days ago

Home Details for 201 Garden Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Contingent

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Family Room Down, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3088 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Family Room, Living RoomSpa: Outdoor Hot TubHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Bi-LevelAccessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: Fenced
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Pool
Pool: In GroundPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1978
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bi-Level
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1429154020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $349,900Price Per Sqft: $113
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: NormalCommunity: University Park
School Information
Elementary School: Parkside ElementaryElementary School District: 5Jr High / Middle School: Parkside Jr HighJr High / Middle School District: 5High School: Normal Community West High SchooHigh School District: 5

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12647918
Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Team Wycoff Realtors

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3088 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Contingencies: Financing

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12647918Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractActivation Date: Fri May 22 2026

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Will Grimsley, (309) 242-7653
RE/MAX Choice
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12647918

Price History for 201 Garden Rd

DatePriceEventSource
05/23/2026$349,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12647918
05/22/2026$349,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12647918
07/01/2004$197,500Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$6,669
Assessment$264,393
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Normal

At least 282 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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    "Normal is a good place to live. You won’t be disappointed at all. Great community, and a lot of good restaurants!"
  • Dappa01
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    "overall it's a great place to raise a family, but, just like anywhere, check the crime maps and make sure your kids know to stay away from certain parts of town. Downtown Bloomington is where the highest concentration of crime happens. Mostly the college kids are targeted, but just be a little more cautious around there."
  • Lsadvisorrachel
    "There is great access to public transportation and my son uses it at times, though I do not use it since I have a car and work out of town."
  • Nikolimhellis
    "There are many college students walking around. The neighborhood is very close to a lot of elementary schools and parks. "
  • Nikolimhellis
    "personal car to work and entertainment. walking to groceries and for recreation. busses on rare occasions for convenience. "
  • Julia D.
    "Connect transit is a great form of transportation. Normal is also a big bicycle community, and everything is in walking distance. "
  • Kate W.
    "Lots of dogs :) everyone is very nice to our dog too. We see lots of dogs walking all the time and we walk our dog often as well. "
  • Bauerb6
    "Great neighborhood. Pleasant people good schools and even better churches. Clean town. Great bike and walking trail"
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    "beautiful area with quiet streets and kind neighbors. As a whole, I would remain in the area if it wasn't for my job requiring me to move."
  • Reliant61
    "Short commute to anything I. Town. Nice community which is good to grow up in. I used to live here but moved several years ago."
  • Dappa01
    "Cook outs, bike rides, walks, and all the kids playing and hanging out. Seeing all types of people enjoying themselves."
  • Nicole A.
    "I live in Normal by the theater. I like the area, especially the grocery and recreational options nearby."
  • Eric.bolser
    "The commute is always good as the roads are plowed frequently during a storm. Traffic moves easily. Public transportation is available close by."
  • Sooze564
    "My neighborhood has good access to public transportation and is within walking distance to restaurants, a mall, churches, downtown, schools, etc. great location!"
  • Mikaela S.
    "Bean bag toss and drunken fire pits mane this neighborhood interesting!! Always lots of kids playing everywhere."
  • Pfaue88
    "Connie link has events. The trail host events . Isu has a lot of family events . Than the library’s have a bunch of activities ."
  • Connic64
    "Older neighborhood but a few families with kids! Two groceries relatively close and. Dollar General! Two to three churches close as well! Little Caesar’s pizza! Grade school is on Adelaide! There are a lot of restaurants on campus which is within walking distance! Several gas stations are close!"
  • Johannamuthler
    "There is a nice dog park, with multiple areas, and water fountains, nearby. A lot of people walk their dogs in the area."
  • Connic64
    "Dogs are welcome as long as their waste is picked up! Several people walk their dogs and are friendly ! We have German Shepherds are never have had a problem in 13 years! It is a quiet neighborhood with older neighbors mostly "
  • Aw2gck
    "Wonderful area to raise kids. Clean yards. Small community is the best even for the elderly. The trail needs to be clean over by the lake from geese droppings. "
  • Thehoganhome
    "Safe friendly neighborhood. playground, tennis courts, trail nearby. sidewalks well maintained. large yards. close to shopping. easy commute to most locations in town. "
  • Elaina247
    "I was born and raised here. This town is turning ugly with violence, outrageous taxes, and businesses closing doors because nothing can stay open anymore. I’m trying to get out of here myself!"
  • Wendy R.
    "Great neighborhood, close to all the shops, a park very close, as well as a prompt care, which I have found very useful! "
  • Kenzie M.
    "I’ve only lived here for a couple months so far, but I don’t have any complaints! People I’ve met seem friendly enough."
  • Kellysully248
    "the dog parks here are great! I can easily walk my dog around the streets at anytime of the day. the college kids all love interacting with her"
  • Amers487
    "Theres a dog park down the street! There are plenty of dog owners that also live in the area. "
  • Ryan D.
    "Over the 18 years I’ve lived in this neighborhood, there has been no crime or problems. Or at least not serious enough to come to my attention."
  • Jake S.
    "wonderful and friendly people with a quaint atmosphere. brick roads and historic houses make it a unique location. "
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    "It's not all that unique except rarely does the homeowners ass. permit fences. we would not have chosen this neighborhood if we'd known that"
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    "This neighborhood is very friendly. Everyone is kind and stores are close. Even though we are close to the interstate it is quiet. "
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    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 11 years and have met some of my childhood friends that I’ll never forget. It’s a pretty quiet neighborhood, a lot of families walking with their dogs. Carl’s ice cream a few blocks down. Maxwell park just outside of the neighborhood. "
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    "There is some good people living in this neighborhood. I can walk my daughter to school and walk from her school to Heartland Community College in 25 or 30 minutes."

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Will Grimsley, RE/MAX Choice
Agent Phone: (309) 242-7653
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201 Garden Rd, Normal, IL 61761 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,088 sqft single-family home built in 1978. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on May 22, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12647918.