GREAT BEGINNINGS START AT 1009 N Busey Ave in Urbana! Move-in ready and well maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is perfectly located just north of Carle Hospital in a highly sought-after neighborhood. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors in the living room and bedrooms, an updated kitchen and bathroom, and plenty of natural light. All windows have been replaced-except for the front living room window-enhancing both energy efficiency and comfort. The home also offers a very deep crawl space, and a floored attic and providing excellent additional storage. Recent updates include a gas stove (2022), tankless water heater (2021), furnace (2017), stainless steel refrigerator (2014), updated 100-amp electrical panel, newer A/C unit and home is wired with fast speed fiber optic internet. Off the kitchen is a spacious laundry room with washer and dryer included, plus a back door that opens to a very large 25x16 deck(freshly stained) perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The fully fenced backyard features mature trees for added privacy, a newer 16x12 storage shed, and a larger 1-car detached garage with a new roof in 2015, offering ample space for your vehicle and more. Located just minutes from the University of Illinois campus, Carle Hospital, Crystal Lake Park, shopping, dining, schools, and public transportation-with easy access to I-74-this home combines convenience and thoughtful updates throughout. Don't miss your chance to see this wonderful Urbana home!
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$160,000
1009 N Busey Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
2beds
830sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
7,796 Square Feet Lot
$164,800 Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$1,190 Estimated rent
Home value
$164,800
$148,000 - $183,000
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Fully fenced backyardMature treesPlenty of natural lightDetached garageUpdated kitchenGas stoveTankless water heater
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Listed by:
Eva Vlach 217-637-0975,
KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC
Bought with:
Craig Buchanan
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12439427
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Oven
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
Interior area
- Total structure area: 830
- Total interior livable area: 830 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,796 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 141.75
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 912108152031
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Urbana
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $193/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $85,320
- Annual tax amount: $2,933
- Date on market: 8/15/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2025 | Sold | $160,000+6.7%$193/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439427 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2025 | Contingent | $149,900$181/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439427 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,900+108.2%$181/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439427 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2008 | Sold | $72,000-9.9%$87/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09463101 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2008 | Listed for sale | $79,900$96/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #2083128 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,933 +6.3% | $28,440 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $2,760 +6.7% | $25,950 +8.6% |
| 2022 | $2,586 +7.6% | $23,890 +7.3% |
| 2021 | $2,403 +3.4% | $22,260 +3% |
| 2020 | $2,325 +3.4% | $21,610 |
| 2019 | $2,248 | $21,610 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $2,248 +1.4% | $21,760 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $2,217 +41.5% | $20,740 |
| 2016 | $1,567 | $20,740 |
| 2015 | $1,567 -32.3% | $20,740 -5% |
| 2014 | $2,314 -2.7% | $21,830 -4% |
| 2013 | $2,378 +51.7% | $22,730 |
| 2012 | $1,568 -22% | $22,730 |
| 2011 | $2,011 +39.5% | $22,730 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $1,441 | $23,100 +0.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $22,970 -5.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $24,220 +1.8% |
| 2007 | $1,822 +4.8% | $23,790 +12.3% |
| 2006 | $1,739 +6.1% | $21,180 +6.7% |
| 2005 | $1,639 +0.4% | $19,850 +3.2% |
| 2004 | $1,632 +26.9% | $19,240 +2.6% |
| 2003 | $1,285 -0.1% | $18,750 +25.6% |
| 2002 | $1,287 +6.2% | $14,930 +6.3% |
| 2001 | $1,212 +2.7% | $14,040 +2.3% |
| 2000 | $1,180 | $13,730 |
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Neighborhood: 61801
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10M L King Jr Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Urbana Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 2/10Urbana High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Martin Luther King Jr Elementary
- Middle: Urbana Middle School
- High: Urbana High School
- District: 116
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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