229 E  Front St #2-C, Bloomington, IL 61701
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$850/mo

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 550 sqft

229 E Front St #2-C, Bloomington, IL 61701

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No Pets
Laundry
$850 deposit
Central Air

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

What's unique:Bright south-facing one-bedroomPlenty of natural lightBedroom with closet space
Bright Downtown Apartment | $850/Month
229 1/2 E Front St, Bloomington, IL
Enjoy downtown living in this bright, south-facing one-bedroom, one-bath apartment on Front Street. Restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and public transportation are just a short walk away, putting the charm and energy of historic Downtown Bloomington right outside your door.
The apartment features a bedroom with closet space, separate living and kitchen areas, and plenty of natural light. One parking space is included an especially nice perk downtown!

Rental Details:
Rent: $850 per month
Lease: One year
Due at signing: First month's rent, last month's rent, and a security deposit
Credit requirement: Score above 700
No smoking & No Pets
Rental Insurance Required
Background Check Fee $59

Contact us for more information or to schedule a showing!

Credit Score over 700
First & Last Month Rent due at signing
Security Deposit
3x Income
Tenant Pays all utilities: Gas, Electric, Water, Cable
NO PETS
NO SMOKING
One Parking Spot
Rental Insurance Required
Background Check Fee $59
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Details for 229 E Front St #2-C

Days on Market

Days on Market: 16 days on Trulia

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: nowDeposit: $850

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Policies and fees

Pet policy

Dogs
Not allowed
Cats
Not allowed
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 19, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$850
Nov 13, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Nov 7, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$750

Rental Market Trends in Bloomington

Last updated Nov 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$838/mo
Average rent
$1.24K
$80
MoM
Available listings
150
View rental market trends in Bloomington, IL

What Locals Say about Bloomington

At least 522 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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Renee5259
    "I have a beautiful view of the lake in my front yard. "
  • Trulia User
    "Halloween and icecream social"
  • 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. "
  • Lauren
    "Sweet corn circus, farmers markets, tailgate and tall boys music festival, and all of the other local events around town. "
  • 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. "
  • Srinivas.ramasetti
    "By car driving approximately 15 mins oneway Return also same way and same route same amount of journey"
  • 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."
  • 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. "
  • 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."
  • Romi Rudzinski
    "Halloween trick or treating is the highlight, there are not other events that take place on our neighbourhood."
  • 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. "
  • 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 "
  • Emily M.
    "great public transport access, & pretty central to most places in town. grocery & pharmacy & restaurants nearby too! love our neighborhood."
  • 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 "
  • Rtwebb1978
    "Quiet and nice area. I have some good neighbors and they are helpful. It’s private and enjoyable to live in this area. "
  • 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"
  • Anyuan
    "A good and quite neighborhood, most of people are friendly, lawn is well-kept, many children playing outside."
  • Rakesh.pisces
    "That neighborhood is kids friendly and good school is available. Diverse culture is also an important factor."
  • Bauerb6
    "Great community and helpful neighbors. Low crime rate. Many restaurants to choose from. Clean cities"
  • 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 "
  • Bauerb6
    "Beautiful well kept community. Safe atmosphere and great schools. Good neighborhood with plenty of restaurants "
  • 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. "
  • 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"
  • Jennifer B.
    "great place to raise children. neighbors are friendly, clean city and neighborhoods. schools are also great! excellent teachers."
  • Denise
    "My commute is fine...takes 15 minuets to get to most places in town. Traffic is fine most of the time "
  • 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."
  • 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. "
  • Tammy H.
    "This is a nice area with a lot of professionals and families. there are things to do and nice homes."
  • Faye
    "As a neighborhood resident for 20 years, I can safely say this place is a steady family area perfect for raising a family. "
  • 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 "
  • 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."
  • Reliant61
    "The commute anywhere is negligible since this is a fairly small community and it has a good transpusystem"
  • 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"
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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. "
  • Jodimacewan
    "It’s quiet safe, easier to park than larger places. Close to trail parking and restaurants. Close to work. "

Local Legal Protections

LGBTQ • Source of Income
Xavier Cruz
Phone Number: 309-498-0298

Frequently asked questions about 229 E Front St #2-C

  • What income do you need to rent 229 E Front St #2-C?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $30K per year to rent 229 E Front St #2-C in Bloomington, IL at $850/mo.
  • What's the average rent in Bloomington?
    The average rent in Bloomington is $1,240 per month.
  • How does the rent for 229 E Front St #2-C compare to similar 1-bedroom apartments in Bloomington?
    229 E Front St #2-C in Bloomington, IL rents about 7% below the area average for 1-bedroom apartments in Bloomington ($915/mo).
  • What do residents say about Bloomington?
    Residents describe Bloomington, IL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See apartments for rent in Bloomington, IL.
  • Does 229 E Front St #2-C have parking?
    Yes, 229 E Front St #2-C in Bloomington, IL has on-site parking.

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$30,600 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

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229 E Front St #2-C, Bloomington, IL is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 550 sqft apartment. 229 E Front St #2-C was listed for rent for $850/month on Oct 19, 2026.