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2022-09-03 05:20:05 By : Mr. ShuLin Qiu

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This Home has to be the MOST Unique House on the Market!! Come Check it Out !! Huge Living Room, Full Bath with Walk-In Shower, 2 Main Floor Bedroom Areas or could be used as Offices, 2nd Living, Play Rooms or whatever you want - depending on your needs. Large Eat-in Kitchen and Main Floor Laundry. 3 Bedrooms Upstairs with a Modern Full bath upgrade. Oversized One Car garage with HUGE storage addition area. THE VERY BEST part is this amazing super private LOT!! Wide Open and Fully Fenced over a half-acre lot !! Imagine what you could store back there and the fun to be had!! With a little love, elbow grease, and creativity this home could be everything you need in a house and then some! Windows, Siding and Doors New in 2017, Generator New in 2021, Hvac 2012, Front Sidewalk and Patio 2019 View More

This Home has to be the MOST Unique House on the Market!! Come Check it Out !! Huge Living Room, Full Bath with Walk-In Shower, 2 Main Floor Bedroom Areas or could be used as Offices, 2nd Living, Play Rooms or whatever you want - depending on your needs. Large Eat-in Kitchen and Main Floor Laundry. 3 Bedrooms Upstairs with a Modern Full bath upgrade. Oversized One Car garage with HUGE storage addition area. THE VERY BEST part is this amazing super private LOT!! Wide Open and Fully Fenced over a half-acre lot !! Imagine what you could store back there and the fun to be had!! With a little love, elbow grease, and creativity this home could be everything you need in a house and then some! Windows, Siding and Doors New in 2017, Generator New in 2021, Hvac 2012, Front Sidewalk and Patio 2019

BACK ON MARKET AFTER 2 MONTHS. SALE OF BUYER'S HOUSE FELL THROUGH. HERE IS YOUR SECOND CHANCE!! 1.91 acres on edge of town. First floor master with full bath including double lavatories. First floor laundry. This much desired property has 4 bedrooms on second floor with addition full bath. There is a two car attached garage. Shed is 36 x 24 and has 220 electricity. Shed has an attached open frame porch that is 36 x 6. Current 2021 tax bill payable in 2022 is $4918.80 with no exemptions. Offers will be presented as they come in. I CALLED THE CITY AND THE COUNTY AND EVEN THOUGH THE CITY LIMITS SIGN INDICATES THE PROPERTY IS IN THE CITY LIMITS BOTH THE CITY AND COUNTY SAY THE PROPERTY IS IN THE COUNTY View More

BACK ON MARKET AFTER 2 MONTHS. SALE OF BUYER'S HOUSE FELL THROUGH. HERE IS YOUR SECOND CHANCE!! 1.91 acres on edge of town. First floor master with full bath including double lavatories. First floor laundry. This much desired property has 4 bedrooms on second floor with addition full bath. There is a two car attached garage. Shed is 36 x 24 and has 220 electricity. Shed has an attached open frame porch that is 36 x 6. Current 2021 tax bill payable in 2022 is $4918.80 with no exemptions. Offers will be presented as they come in. I CALLED THE CITY AND THE COUNTY AND EVEN THOUGH THE CITY LIMITS SIGN INDICATES THE PROPERTY IS IN THE CITY LIMITS BOTH THE CITY AND COUNTY SAY THE PROPERTY IS IN THE COUNTY

Looking for a beautiful home that checks off all your family's boxes? Look no further than this stunning 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home featuring a 3 car garage! This one is priced to move! Sitting on 1/3 acre lot with Lake views right across the street. Great for privacy with all the in-town living feels and no backyard neighbors. This first floor of this home features an oversized Master En Suite with Jack N Jill sinks, jacuzzi tub, stand alone shower, and walk in closet! You'll find an open living space with gorgeous hardwood floors featuring a gas fireplace, separate formal dining room, office, and plenty of natural light. The open kitchen features quartz countertops, slow close cabinetry, a seperate eat-in area, and stainless steel appliances. Vaulted ceilings are throughout the first floor giving the main floor a nice open feel including a ton of beautiful built-ins and upgraded trim. Main level laundry, half bath, and oversized 3 car garage, and with central house vacuum are featured right off the kitchen space. The upper floor features two full bathrooms and 4 bedrooms. The lower level features another HUGE open living space perfect for your movie nights and family gatherings, wet bar for your cocktails, with 3 additional egress windows if you wanted to add additional bedrooms. You'll also find a full bathroom in the basement with a separate unfinished space perfect for your storage needs. A kid friendly neighborhood with tons of activities in the summer including food trucks/events by the pond and within walking distance to both Grove Elementary and Normal Community High School. All within minutes of the Bloomington airport, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and only a half mile from Normal Community High School! Schedule your showing today! View More

Looking for a beautiful home that checks off all your family's boxes? Look no further than this stunning 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home featuring a 3 car garage! This one is priced to move! Sitting on 1/3 acre lot with Lake views right across the street. Great for privacy with all the in-town living feels and no backyard neighbors. This first floor of this home features an oversized Master En Suite with Jack N Jill sinks, jacuzzi tub, stand alone shower, and walk in closet! You'll find an open living space with gorgeous hardwood floors featuring a gas fireplace, separate formal dining room, office, and plenty of natural light. The open kitchen features quartz countertops, slow close cabinetry, a seperate eat-in area, and stainless steel appliances. Vaulted ceilings are throughout the first floor giving the main floor a nice open feel including a ton of beautiful built-ins and upgraded trim. Main level laundry, half bath, and oversized 3 car garage, and with central house vacuum are featured right off the kitchen space. The upper floor features two full bathrooms and 4 bedrooms. The lower level features another HUGE open living space perfect for your movie nights and family gatherings, wet bar for your cocktails, with 3 additional egress windows if you wanted to add additional bedrooms. You'll also find a full bathroom in the basement with a separate unfinished space perfect for your storage needs. A kid friendly neighborhood with tons of activities in the summer including food trucks/events by the pond and within walking distance to both Grove Elementary and Normal Community High School. All within minutes of the Bloomington airport, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and only a half mile from Normal Community High School! Schedule your showing today!

This opportunity does not present itself very often! Original charm and character shine throughout this well maintained, 5 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 story block home with 2 car garage. Don’t miss this beautiful country estate that features 5.2 acres & 4 outbuildings that include converted dairy barn with living quarters including plumbing/electric/heating/cooling/and own septic system, plus storage barn, Quonset building and machine shed with heat/electric/plumbing. Updates include; roof 2021, attic addition & water heater 2022, vinyl replacement windows, updated septic system, all major appliances, and whole house generator ready to be installed. You will love this gorgeous private retreat that offers whatever your heart desires! View More

This opportunity does not present itself very often! Original charm and character shine throughout this well maintained, 5 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 story block home with 2 car garage. Don’t miss this beautiful country estate that features 5.2 acres & 4 outbuildings that include converted dairy barn with living quarters including plumbing/electric/heating/cooling/and own septic system, plus storage barn, Quonset building and machine shed with heat/electric/plumbing. Updates include; roof 2021, attic addition & water heater 2022, vinyl replacement windows, updated septic system, all major appliances, and whole house generator ready to be installed. You will love this gorgeous private retreat that offers whatever your heart desires!

Must see inside!! This completely remodeled 5 bedroom/2 bath in Hudson, sitting on a large lot, is perfect for buyers looking for that affordable AND totally move-in ready home to call their own! The upper level features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, a large family room, modernized bathrooms and kitchen with luxury vinyl plank flooring. The newly remodeled, lower level houses 2 additional bedrooms, spacious family room and laundry room. HUGE fenced in backyard with a wrap around deck and a large oversized 2 car attached garage. This home has been remodeled and updated head to toe. Some updates include - 2022: All new flooring, new windows, fresh paint throughout, all new entry and exit doors, new light fixtures, new vanities. Roof 2020, Duct work cleaned 2022, HVAC 2010. Schedule a showing today! View More

Must see inside!! This completely remodeled 5 bedroom/2 bath in Hudson, sitting on a large lot, is perfect for buyers looking for that affordable AND totally move-in ready home to call their own! The upper level features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, a large family room, modernized bathrooms and kitchen with luxury vinyl plank flooring. The newly remodeled, lower level houses 2 additional bedrooms, spacious family room and laundry room. HUGE fenced in backyard with a wrap around deck and a large oversized 2 car attached garage. This home has been remodeled and updated head to toe. Some updates include - 2022: All new flooring, new windows, fresh paint throughout, all new entry and exit doors, new light fixtures, new vanities. Roof 2020, Duct work cleaned 2022, HVAC 2010. Schedule a showing today!

This little slice of paradise just got better! You'll love the exterior make over of this freshly painted charming New England cottage, which includes new deck railings and deck finish. Nestled on this gorgeous 1.8 acre wooded lot with panoramic views in every direction, you would never dream you are just minutes from Bloomington. Generous eat-in kitchen features hickory cabinets, granite countertops, wood burning fireplace and a breathtaking view overlooking a private lake. Stunning two story great room, with 100 year old barn siding milled into flooring, second fireplace and french doors opening onto an elevated screen porch. Huge finished basement with family room, custom "boat" bar and third woodburning fireplace. The perfect home for the discerning buyer looking for a one of a kind retreat! Tri-Valley School District. View More

This little slice of paradise just got better! You'll love the exterior make over of this freshly painted charming New England cottage, which includes new deck railings and deck finish. Nestled on this gorgeous 1.8 acre wooded lot with panoramic views in every direction, you would never dream you are just minutes from Bloomington. Generous eat-in kitchen features hickory cabinets, granite countertops, wood burning fireplace and a breathtaking view overlooking a private lake. Stunning two story great room, with 100 year old barn siding milled into flooring, second fireplace and french doors opening onto an elevated screen porch. Huge finished basement with family room, custom "boat" bar and third woodburning fireplace. The perfect home for the discerning buyer looking for a one of a kind retreat! Tri-Valley School District.

Sitting on over an acre, this classic farmhouse with modern accents just minutes from Moraine View State Park in the desired Tri-Valley school district is sure to impress! The new siding currently being installed is just the latest in a number of updates to this rural gem. Take in all the fresh country air on the wraparound front porch before heading inside to discover charming character and beautiful original details throughout. In the front living room, you'll appreciate the gorgeous hardwood flooring, coffered ceiling, and large window letting all the light stream in. The hardwoods continue through the large cased opening into the spacious family room, complete with bay window and updated lighting. Find great entertaining space in the breakfast nook which could also be used as main floor bedroom or head into the expansive kitchen/dining room to find a large island with seating and rustic brick accent, updated light fixtures, beautiful backsplash, granite countertops, and stainless appliances. A convenient drop-zone with storage, laundry room, and full bathroom complete the main level. Your private retreat awaits upstairs where you'll discover the primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and updated full bath. Three additional bedrooms with great storage space, including one with a built-in loft bed, share the third full bathroom. Keep all your tools and toys organized out in the 24x50 barn or play in the large, fenced backyard. All brand new siding in 2022 plus many updates in the last several years including electrical, plumbing, flooring, HVAC, water heater, cabinets, windows, doors, metal roof, gutters, and more! Check out this remarkable find today! View More

Sitting on over an acre, this classic farmhouse with modern accents just minutes from Moraine View State Park in the desired Tri-Valley school district is sure to impress! The new siding currently being installed is just the latest in a number of updates to this rural gem. Take in all the fresh country air on the wraparound front porch before heading inside to discover charming character and beautiful original details throughout. In the front living room, you'll appreciate the gorgeous hardwood flooring, coffered ceiling, and large window letting all the light stream in. The hardwoods continue through the large cased opening into the spacious family room, complete with bay window and updated lighting. Find great entertaining space in the breakfast nook which could also be used as main floor bedroom or head into the expansive kitchen/dining room to find a large island with seating and rustic brick accent, updated light fixtures, beautiful backsplash, granite countertops, and stainless appliances. A convenient drop-zone with storage, laundry room, and full bathroom complete the main level. Your private retreat awaits upstairs where you'll discover the primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and updated full bath. Three additional bedrooms with great storage space, including one with a built-in loft bed, share the third full bathroom. Keep all your tools and toys organized out in the 24x50 barn or play in the large, fenced backyard. All brand new siding in 2022 plus many updates in the last several years including electrical, plumbing, flooring, HVAC, water heater, cabinets, windows, doors, metal roof, gutters, and more! Check out this remarkable find today!

Built in 1897 & the Winner of the 2001 Old House Society Historical Home Award! Character, Charm & Quality radiate in every sq ft of this 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath gem! Located in Bloomington's coveted Elmo neighborhood across from Bloomington Country Club on a HUGE fenced lot! Stunning outdoor living area- an entertainer's dream with a gorgeous enclosed courtyard that flows from the sprawling front porch and offers a deck with pergola, patio and even a natural gas line run for a grill! The yard is an oasis with lush professional landscaping, plenty of green space and a beautiful koi pond with granite water spill bowls! The home itself, as noted, is award winning... and rightfully so! With beamed ceilings, french doors, refinished hardwood floors, period millwork, double pane windows, built-ins GALORE and all the charm and character one would hope to find in a home of this magnitude! The Chef's Kitchen is spacious and offers a built-in booth with custom table, Corian counters, Prairie Woodwork Amish Hickory cabinets with all the bells and whistles (pull-out shelving, cutting boards, a HUGE pantry cabinet & more)! The kitchen also has glass backsplash, tile flooring, a cabinet faced sub-zero fridge, two dishwashers, two ovens, a desk & a gas range cooktop. The main level is also home to the Front Family Room with a lovely working fireplace, a Living Room with a so many windows that it feels like a sunroom, a Formal Dining with a built in wood hutch and a sunken Den with a soaring ceiling and a fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Dual staircases lead to the second floor, which is home to 4 bedrooms and a full bath with a jetted tub. The THIRD floor is the amazing Master Suite featuring a full bath with tiled shower and skylight, dual walk-in closets and window seats! Oversized 2-car garage and brick driveway with room for 3 cars. SOME of the many recent updates include: Roof 2018. 3rd Floor Bath Remodel 2019. Deck & Courtyard Remodel & Fence 2020. 3rd Floor Bathroom Remodel 2019. A must see home in a PRIME LOCATION that is priced to sell! View More

Built in 1897 & the Winner of the 2001 Old House Society Historical Home Award! Character, Charm & Quality radiate in every sq ft of this 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath gem! Located in Bloomington's coveted Elmo neighborhood across from Bloomington Country Club on a HUGE fenced lot! Stunning outdoor living area- an entertainer's dream with a gorgeous enclosed courtyard that flows from the sprawling front porch and offers a deck with pergola, patio and even a natural gas line run for a grill! The yard is an oasis with lush professional landscaping, plenty of green space and a beautiful koi pond with granite water spill bowls! The home itself, as noted, is award winning... and rightfully so! With beamed ceilings, french doors, refinished hardwood floors, period millwork, double pane windows, built-ins GALORE and all the charm and character one would hope to find in a home of this magnitude! The Chef's Kitchen is spacious and offers a built-in booth with custom table, Corian counters, Prairie Woodwork Amish Hickory cabinets with all the bells and whistles (pull-out shelving, cutting boards, a HUGE pantry cabinet & more)! The kitchen also has glass backsplash, tile flooring, a cabinet faced sub-zero fridge, two dishwashers, two ovens, a desk & a gas range cooktop. The main level is also home to the Front Family Room with a lovely working fireplace, a Living Room with a so many windows that it feels like a sunroom, a Formal Dining with a built in wood hutch and a sunken Den with a soaring ceiling and a fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Dual staircases lead to the second floor, which is home to 4 bedrooms and a full bath with a jetted tub. The THIRD floor is the amazing Master Suite featuring a full bath with tiled shower and skylight, dual walk-in closets and window seats! Oversized 2-car garage and brick driveway with room for 3 cars. SOME of the many recent updates include: Roof 2018. 3rd Floor Bath Remodel 2019. Deck & Courtyard Remodel & Fence 2020. 3rd Floor Bathroom Remodel 2019. A must see home in a PRIME LOCATION that is priced to sell!

MAJESTIC LUX FORTRESS! Set in the highly sought-after Tri-Valley School District, this palatial solid brick and limestone wrapped 5 bedroom is an indulgence of PRIVACY and RESPITE. A dense timbered lot envelops the yard and sets the scene of this Charlie Knapp custom built SMART residence. Control4 & Ecobee controls your lighting, music, tv/video, security cameras, heating and air conditioning effortlessly via your cell phone or separate control pads in the house. Even while you are away on vacation or just in town you can manage all aspects of the house without concern. It highlights a high end, culinary experience in your own kitchen that includes Viking and Sub-Zero appliances. It has a 48" range, 48" glass front refrigerator, 2.5 ovens, warming drawer, double sinks (each with disposal), all beneath a stunning tin ceiling and encased in custom cabinetry. The luxurious FIRST FLOOR MASTER WING, includes its own French door foyer, two French door walk in closets, a gilded double tray ceiling, private exit to aggregate balcony and a French door en-suite. The en suite has sweeping granite countertops, a soaring two story turret, an Aquatic jetted tub, a Grohe spa-like shower equipped with rain head, in wall jets, an additional shower spray and vertical windows that spill light into the room keeping it lit all day long. The 2 story granite floored living room has unobstructed tree lined views from the expansive windows that require no additional lighting during the day. The south facing extra wide balcony coaxes coffee drinkers out to relax and rest awhile before starting their day. The second story includes:2 generous sized bedrooms with granite topped en-suites, a massive extra bedroom (possible other office/rec/bonus area), a rich well laid out office with a second story birds eye view of the north facing formal landscaping (includes a wireless built in phone charger). The walkout includes a private theater, family room (has enough space for pool tables or any other gaming furniture), well-appointed bar covered in the luxurious semi-precious stone - Blue and Gold Flash Labradorite, a mirrored clad exercise room with a view that inspires activity, a unique wine cellar and yet another master bedroom ensuite with granite counters (could serve as an in-law suite) and a separate exit to the outdoor patio completes the inside of the home. The dual entrance aggregate drive showcases the yard filled of mature flowering trees and shrubs splashing color across the seasons (Maple, Crabapple, Red Bud, Burning Bush, Hydrangea, Rhododendron, Roses etc.). It has a professional formal landscape adorned with perennials that extend a riot of color all year long (Stella De Oro Daylilies, Brown-Eyed Susans, Astilbe, Lavendar & Sedum, etc). Lastly, it utilizes a whole house and yard filtration system with reverse osmosis drinking water and an 8 zone irrigation system, plus 2 year old home generator. Be sure to view the amazing virtual tour- link provided. View More

MAJESTIC LUX FORTRESS! Set in the highly sought-after Tri-Valley School District, this palatial solid brick and limestone wrapped 5 bedroom is an indulgence of PRIVACY and RESPITE. A dense timbered lot envelops the yard and sets the scene of this Charlie Knapp custom built SMART residence. Control4 & Ecobee controls your lighting, music, tv/video, security cameras, heating and air conditioning effortlessly via your cell phone or separate control pads in the house. Even while you are away on vacation or just in town you can manage all aspects of the house without concern. It highlights a high end, culinary experience in your own kitchen that includes Viking and Sub-Zero appliances. It has a 48" range, 48" glass front refrigerator, 2.5 ovens, warming drawer, double sinks (each with disposal), all beneath a stunning tin ceiling and encased in custom cabinetry. The luxurious FIRST FLOOR MASTER WING, includes its own French door foyer, two French door walk in closets, a gilded double tray ceiling, private exit to aggregate balcony and a French door en-suite. The en suite has sweeping granite countertops, a soaring two story turret, an Aquatic jetted tub, a Grohe spa-like shower equipped with rain head, in wall jets, an additional shower spray and vertical windows that spill light into the room keeping it lit all day long. The 2 story granite floored living room has unobstructed tree lined views from the expansive windows that require no additional lighting during the day. The south facing extra wide balcony coaxes coffee drinkers out to relax and rest awhile before starting their day. The second story includes:2 generous sized bedrooms with granite topped en-suites, a massive extra bedroom (possible other office/rec/bonus area), a rich well laid out office with a second story birds eye view of the north facing formal landscaping (includes a wireless built in phone charger). The walkout includes a private theater, family room (has enough space for pool tables or any other gaming furniture), well-appointed bar covered in the luxurious semi-precious stone - Blue and Gold Flash Labradorite, a mirrored clad exercise room with a view that inspires activity, a unique wine cellar and yet another master bedroom ensuite with granite counters (could serve as an in-law suite) and a separate exit to the outdoor patio completes the inside of the home. The dual entrance aggregate drive showcases the yard filled of mature flowering trees and shrubs splashing color across the seasons (Maple, Crabapple, Red Bud, Burning Bush, Hydrangea, Rhododendron, Roses etc.). It has a professional formal landscape adorned with perennials that extend a riot of color all year long (Stella De Oro Daylilies, Brown-Eyed Susans, Astilbe, Lavendar & Sedum, etc). Lastly, it utilizes a whole house and yard filtration system with reverse osmosis drinking water and an 8 zone irrigation system, plus 2 year old home generator. Be sure to view the amazing virtual tour- link provided.

One-of-a-kind property in Downs and Tri-Valley School District. Wake up every morning feeling like you are on vacation! Home sits high on a hill on 5.15 acres with a gorgeous view of the valley and an 8-acre private lake below. Timber-lined property with walking paths that are well kept and great for adventures with friends & family. The front of the house is inviting with great curb appeal. The home has been completely updated since 2014. The gourmet kitchen is an entertainer's dream that opens up to a vaulted living room with a beamed ceiling. The three seasons room off the kitchen gives picturesque views of the valley to enjoy Spring through Fall. The master bedroom is a getaway itself with its own fireplace and double slider doors that open up to the deck. The deck is a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine at night. A downstairs family room is equipped with a movie theater and a walk-out basement with its own patio. This owner thought of it all when they remodeled it, they took it down to the framing to create a truly magnificent home. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind listing! View More

One-of-a-kind property in Downs and Tri-Valley School District. Wake up every morning feeling like you are on vacation! Home sits high on a hill on 5.15 acres with a gorgeous view of the valley and an 8-acre private lake below. Timber-lined property with walking paths that are well kept and great for adventures with friends & family. The front of the house is inviting with great curb appeal. The home has been completely updated since 2014. The gourmet kitchen is an entertainer's dream that opens up to a vaulted living room with a beamed ceiling. The three seasons room off the kitchen gives picturesque views of the valley to enjoy Spring through Fall. The master bedroom is a getaway itself with its own fireplace and double slider doors that open up to the deck. The deck is a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine at night. A downstairs family room is equipped with a movie theater and a walk-out basement with its own patio. This owner thought of it all when they remodeled it, they took it down to the framing to create a truly magnificent home. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind listing!

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