609 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
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FOR SALE

$200,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths

609 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701

Est. Mortgage $1,502/mo*
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1920
Garage

Local Information

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

About this House

What's unique:Adjacent in unit laundry
Beautiful 2 unit home conversion. Main floor unit boasts 2 very large bedrooms, 1 full bath with dual vanity with adjacent in unit laundry. Additionally the main floor has a very large foot print of an open concept flow from kitchen to dining room to living room. Well cared for and carefully updated over the years. Second floor has a separate access with again a large bedroom efficient eat in kitchen living room, full bath and in unit laundry! Extra Extra Perk -- there is a detached 3 car garage! Even yard space to enjoy! Tenants pay all their own utilities. Perfect opportunity for owner occupied with rental income OR a great all investment property! An Absolute Gem of a Property!
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Christina King, (309) 825-3765
Brilliant Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12803533

Home Details for 609 E Locust St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 12
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2104277004

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $200,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: BloomingtonCommunity: Not Applicable
School Information
Elementary School: Washington ElementaryElementary School District: 87Jr High / Middle School: Bloomington Jr High SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 87High School: Bloomington High SchoolHigh School District: 87

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12803533

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12803533Attribution Contact: (309) 825-3765

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: NoSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesHide Days On Site DisplayHide Price History DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Aug 5, 2019
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$875
Jul 5, 2019
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$875

Around this home

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

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

Last updated October 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$272K
$2.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$120
$1MoM
Available listings
190
3MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Sold Date
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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
609 E Locust St #A, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.00
-
2
1
1,141
Off Market
611 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.01
$82,400
1
1
1,559
Off Market
607 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.01
$175,200
Studio
2
1,855
Off Market
607 E Locust St #2, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.01
-
2
1
891
Off Market
607 E Locust St #B, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.01
$196,300
2
1
891
Off Market
613 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.02
$150,800
3
1.5
1,839
Off Market
610 E Mulberry St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
$190,000
4
1
-
Recently Sold
615 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
$107,500
3
2
1,495
Off Market
608 E Mulberry St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
$210,000
6
3
-
Recently Sold
612 Mulberry #2, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
$129,300
2
2
1,120
Off Market
612 Mulberry #1, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
$142,300
2
2
1,162
Off Market
612 Mulberry E #1, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
612 E Mulberry St #1, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
$146,500
2
2
1,162
Off Market
612 E Mulberry St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
606 E Mulberry St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.03
$207,700
3
2
1,826
Off Market
610 E Locust St #C, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.04
-
3
1
700
Off Market
617 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.04
$190,600
5
2
2,742
Off Market
617 E Locust St #1, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.04
-
2
1
1,030
Off Market
617 E Locust St #2, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.04
-
2
1
1,030
Off Market
608 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.04
$230,000
5
3.5
-
For Sale

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Agent Phone: (309) 825-3765
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Frequently asked questions about 609 E Locust St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 609 E Locust St?
    Based on a $200,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 609 E Locust St in Bloomington, IL is approximately $1,543 (about $1,121 principal & interest, $347 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 609 E Locust St compare to homes in Bloomington?
    609 E Locust St in Bloomington, IL is listed at $200,000, about 27% below the $272K median sale price in Bloomington.
  • What do residents say about Bloomington?
    Residents describe Bloomington, IL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Bloomington, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 609 E Locust St?
    The closest schools to 609 E Locust St in Bloomington, IL are Bloomington High School (rated 3/10), Bloomington Jr High School (rated 5/10), Washington Elementary School (rated 8/10).
609 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom multi-family built in 1920. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12803533.