205 S Cottage Ave, Normal, IL 61761
OFF MARKET

205 S Cottage Ave
Normal, IL 61761

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,054 sqft

$247,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,741/mo*
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$247,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,741/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
3,054 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Introducing a charming and spacious All Brick Ranch located in University Estates Subdivision. This property boasts 3 bed/2 bath on the main floor with a well laid out floor plan and great natural lighting. The home has a eat-in kitchen and dinning area adjacent to living room, great for entertaining. The full basement has tons of storage space, large laundry room. This well kept home with full basement is ready for a new owners designing touch to make it the perfect entertaining spot. Close to interstates, shopping, universities and dinning makes this a great place to call home!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from July 18, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 205 S Cottage Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other Room, Storage
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3054 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: SinkMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: SteamHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 532 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1968
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1429379014

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $199,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Jun 04 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3054 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9962.172 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11796258Activation Date: Sat Jun 03 2023

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: Yes
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Kristi Ifft, (815) 867-0515
RE/MAX Choice
Bought with: Jason Collins, Brilliant Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11796258

Price History for 205 S Cottage Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/18/2023$199,900Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11796258
06/11/2023ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11796258
06/04/2023$199,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11796258
06/03/2023$199,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11796258
12/30/2019$136,500Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10554144
11/16/2019$139,500PendingAgent Provided
11/13/2019$139,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/22/2019$144,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/02/2005$144,000Sold
N/A
02/26/1999$116,900Sold
N/A

Market trends in Normal

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$253K
$10.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$114
$2MoM
Available listings
82
4MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,802
Assessment$210,429
Home facts updated by county records

Homeowner tools

Estimated monthly rent$2,232/mo
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Comparable Sales for 205 S Cottage Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
213 Concord Dr, Normal, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$250,000
01/15/26
3
2
2,744
208 Foster Dr, Normal, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$275,000
08/28/25
3
2.5
2,917
213 Cambridge Dr, Normal, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$235,000
09/30/25
3
2
2,746
210 Arlington Dr, Normal, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$254,500
10/10/25
3
2
1,652
305 Highpoint Rd, Normal, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$220,000
12/17/25
3
2
1,154
107 Nottingham Chase, Normal, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$240,000
03/16/26
3
2
1,824
308 S Grove St, Normal, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$190,000
09/26/25
4
2
2,672
220 Cambridge Dr, Normal, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$274,500
06/12/25
3
2
2,512
704 S Cottage Ave, Normal, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$202,000
06/27/25
3
1.5
1,200
813 Highpoint Rd, Normal, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$235,000
04/30/26
3
2
2,268

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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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  • Lucille Nixon
    "I work at one of the larger companies in town and my commute is less than 10 minutes driving! I love this neighborhood!"
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  • Bsorensen7389
    "Because everybody in the neighborhood owns a dog and there is lots of dog, walkers, and dog lovers in the neighborhood"
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  • Jennielsutton
    "If you can get over the fact there is traffic for no reason, you will be fine. Stay away from veterans as much as possible "
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  • Mgilb18
    "Normal is a good place to live. You won’t be disappointed at all. Great community, and a lot of good restaurants!"
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  • Dappa01
    "Don’t own a dog and wouldn’t want to comment on how some dog owners might thing because everyone thinks differently"
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  • Mike E.
    "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."
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  • 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."
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  • Nikolimhellis
    "There are many college students walking around. The neighborhood is very close to a lot of elementary schools and parks. "
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  • Nikolimhellis
    "personal car to work and entertainment. walking to groceries and for recreation. busses on rare occasions for convenience. "
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  • Julia D.
    "Connect transit is a great form of transportation. Normal is also a big bicycle community, and everything is in walking distance. "
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  • 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. "
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  • Bauerb6
    "Great neighborhood. Pleasant people good schools and even better churches. Clean town. Great bike and walking trail"
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  • Tjpeterson198829
    "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."
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  • 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."
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  • Dappa01
    "Cook outs, bike rides, walks, and all the kids playing and hanging out. Seeing all types of people enjoying themselves."
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  • Nicole A.
    "I live in Normal by the theater. I like the area, especially the grocery and recreational options nearby."
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  • 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."
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  • Mikaela S.
    "Bean bag toss and drunken fire pits mane this neighborhood interesting!! Always lots of kids playing everywhere."
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  • 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 ."
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  • 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!"
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  • Johannamuthler
    "There is a nice dog park, with multiple areas, and water fountains, nearby. A lot of people walk their dogs in the area."
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  • 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 "
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  • 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. "
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  • Thehoganhome
    "Safe friendly neighborhood. playground, tennis courts, trail nearby. sidewalks well maintained. large yards. close to shopping. easy commute to most locations in town. "
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  • 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!"
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  • 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! "
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  • 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."
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  • 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"
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  • Amers487
    "Theres a dog park down the street! There are plenty of dog owners that also live in the area. "
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  • 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."
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  • Jake S.
    "wonderful and friendly people with a quaint atmosphere. brick roads and historic houses make it a unique location. "
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  • Krgenge
    "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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  • Arlysha M.
    "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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  • Brittleighann14
    "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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  • Myron2x
    "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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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
205 S Cottage Ave, Normal, IL 61761 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,054 sqft single-family home built in 1968. This property is not currently available for sale. 205 S Cottage Ave was last sold on Jul 18, 2023 for $199,900 (0% higher than the asking price of $199,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 205 S Cottage Ave is $247,700.