517 Vale St, Bloomington, IL 61701
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OFF MARKET

517 Vale St
Bloomington, IL 61701

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,695 sqft

$270,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,897/mo*
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$270,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,897/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,695 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

SO MUCH CHARM! Updated 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home in the popular "Founders Grove" area WITH a two car garage and fenced backyard! Open floor plan that flows wonderfully for entertaining. Updated kitchen with breakfast bar, exposed brick focal point and china cupboard with wine rack! Dining room boasts a crystal chandelier and window seat. Living room has a wood burning fireplace w/built-in surround and great natural lighting. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms and one full bath. Partially finished basement, and plenty of unfinished storage. Lovely enclosed front porch area 20x8. ALL original wood on floors. UPDATES! NEW ROOF (full tear off) 2021, some newer windows on first floor 2020, refrigerator 2021, paint 2020, landscaping 2021, AC/Furnace '08,
517 Vale St, Bloomington, IL 61701 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,695 sqft single-family home built in 1925. It last sold for $200,000 on May 26, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2024 with an asking price of $2,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 23, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $270,300, with a rent estimate of $1,950/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 517 Vale St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: StuccoFoundation Type: Concrete Block
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405 sqft

Price History for 517 Vale St

DatePriceEventSource
06/23/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
06/14/2024$2,100Listed For RentZillow Rentals
05/26/2021$200,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11030651
03/29/2021$185,900PendingRE/MAX International #11030651
03/29/2021$185,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11030651
03/26/2021$185,900PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11030651
03/26/2021$185,900PendingRE/MAX International #11030651
03/25/2021$185,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11030651
03/25/2021$185,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11030651
08/21/2020$174,000Sold
N/A
07/01/2020$179,900PendingN/A
06/21/2020$179,900Listed For SaleN/A
01/13/2017$166,000Sold
N/A
11/18/2016$164,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/02/2012$160,000Sold
N/A
12/02/2011$169,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/23/2011$174,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/25/2011$179,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/29/2011$181,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/21/2010$186,000Sold
N/A
07/22/2010$184,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/30/2009$184,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/21/2009$184,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Bloomington

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$248K
$10.25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$116
$5MoM
Available listings
193
16MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,325
Assessment$215,046
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 517 Vale St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1910 E Taylor St, Bloomington, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$225,000
07/31/25
3
1.5
2,340
1609 E Taylor St, Bloomington, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$181,000
09/22/25
3
1.5
2,380
401 Willard Ave, Bloomington, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$218,500
02/23/26
3
2
1,456
1605 E Taylor St, Bloomington, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$270,000
07/29/25
3
1.5
2,184
504 Florence Ave, Bloomington, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$215,000
10/30/25
3
2
2,352
1517 E Olive St, Bloomington, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$245,000
06/03/26
3
2
1,980
2015 E Taylor St, Bloomington, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$278,000
12/01/25
3
2
2,114
18 Harwood Pl, Bloomington, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$207,000
10/24/25
2
2
1,480
402 S Florence Ave, Bloomington, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$240,000
10/01/25
3
2
1,163
1512 E Olive St, Bloomington, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$230,000
08/29/25
3
1.5
2,028

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What Locals Say about Bloomington

At least 519 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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  • 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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  • Dkkdcarter
    "Lived here for 20 years. Easy, safe living with great schools and minimal crime. Strong economic base."
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