505 1/2 Bowles St, Normal, IL 61761
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FOR SALE

$264,900

Original price: $269,900
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,950 sqft

505 1/2 Bowles St, Normal, IL 61761

Est. Mortgage $1,955/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1953
$136/sqft
1 Car Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 505 1/2 Bowles St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Updated homeTwo kitchensSecond kitchenAll appliancesWood and ceramic floors
The rare find of an updated home with all appliances with two kitchens and is an instant profit to your rental portfolio! This home was remodeled in 2019/2020 and still shows in excellent condition. Main floor has wood and ceramic floors with 3 bedrooms, bath, fireplace and 3 season room. Basement is finished with a second kitchen, full bath and two more bedrooms with 3 egress windows and a laundry. All bedrooms have their own locks. Rented at $725 a month per bedroom/$3625 monthly and is fully leased until 05/31/2027. Rare opportunity to grab a home of this quality!
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Terry E Graff
Freedom Realty
Beth Fischer
Freedom Realty
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#PA1268314
Also Listed on RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID.
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Home Details for 505 1/2 Bowles St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Egress Window(s),FinishedNumber of Rooms: 16Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Additional Level, Additional Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Recreation Room, Third Floor, Upper Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1950 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Porch, EnclosedFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Other Parking: Number Of Garage Remotes: 0No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 27Days on Market: 71

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1428128009

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $264,900Price Per Sqft: $136

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: NormalCommunity: None
School Information
High School: Normal Community

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PA1268314

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1080 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Peoria Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8375.015 sqft

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PA1268314Attribution Contact: terry@jaredsells.com

Around this home

What Locals Say about Normal

At least 283 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

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % 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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Market trends in Normal

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$285K
$13.13KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$123
$1MoM
Available listings
77
17MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$258K
Since last month
Increased$400 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$19K (+7.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$97K (+60.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +92% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$258K
August 2026$257K
July 2026$265K
June 2026$245K
May 2026$246K
April 2026$242K
March 2026$236K
February 2026$236K
January 2026$234K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
27 University Ct, Normal, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$188,000
12/15/25
3
2
1,339
616 Normal Ave, Normal, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$210,000
07/07/26
4
2
2,708
507 Manchester Rd, Normal, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$218,500
12/19/25
3
2
1,547
20 University Ct, Normal, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$190,000
08/20/26
4
1
2,162
600 Normal Ave, Normal, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$270,000
05/15/26
3
2
1,992
413 Grant St, Normal, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$255,000
06/17/26
4
2.5
1,560
8 University Ct, Normal, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$235,000
05/20/26
3
2
1,145
713 Normal Ave, Normal, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$240,000
12/15/25
4
2.5
2,645
411 Bowles St, Normal, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$195,000
08/03/26
2
1
1,960
6 Knollcrest Ct, Normal, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$260,000
03/13/26
4
2
2,205

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
7 University Ct, Normal, IL 61761
0.05
$231,100
4
2.5
1,248
Off Market
15 University Ct, Normal, IL 61761
0.03
$218,100
4
1.5
1,423
Off Market
5 University Ct, Normal, IL 61761
0.07
$224,100
4
2.5
2,522
Off Market
8 University Ct, Normal, IL 61761
0.07
$235,000
3
2
1,145
Recently Sold
16 University Ct, Normal, IL 61761
0.06
$211,100
3
1
2,080
Off Market
420 N Main St, Normal, IL 61761
0.04
$194,700
2
1
2,128
Off Market
27 University Ct, Normal, IL 61761
0.07
$188,000
3
2
1,339
Recently Sold
411 Bowles St, Normal, IL 61761
0.06
$195,000
2
1
1,960
Recently Sold
4 University Ct, Normal, IL 61761
0.09
$238,000
3
2.5
2,432
Off Market
20 University Ct, Normal, IL 61761
0.09
$190,000
4
1
2,162
Recently Sold
601 N Main St #4S, Normal, IL 61761
0.13
$169,200
2
2
1,012
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 9, 2026
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1268314
PriceChange
$264,900
Price decreased by 2%
Jul 14, 2026
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1268314
Listed For Sale
$269,900
May 23, 2019
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10292288
Sold
$160,500
Mar 11, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$169,000
Feb 28, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$169,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Terry E Graff, Freedom Realty

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Frequently asked questions about 505 1/2 Bowles St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 505 1/2 Bowles St?
    Based on a $264,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 505 1/2 Bowles St in Normal, IL is approximately $1,997 (about $1,463 principal & interest, $459 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 505 1/2 Bowles St compare to homes in Normal?
    505 1/2 Bowles St in Normal, IL is listed at $264,900, about 7% below the $285K median sale price in Normal.
  • What do residents say about Normal?
    Residents describe Normal, IL as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Normal, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 505 1/2 Bowles St?
    The closest schools to 505 1/2 Bowles St in Normal, IL are Glenn Elementary School (rated 6/10), Kingsley Jr High School (rated 5/10), Normal Community West High School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 505 1/2 Bowles St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 505 1/2 Bowles St in Normal, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 505 1/2 Bowles St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 505 1/2 Bowles St in Normal, IL has in-unit laundry.
505 1/2 Bowles St, Normal, IL 61761 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,950 sqft single-family home built in 1953. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 14, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PA1268314.