1710 Ebel Dr, Normal, IL 61761
What's special
Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-full-bath bi-level in Normal's University Park neighborhood, where custom finishes, thoughtful improvements, and a truly park-like backyard make this home stand out. The main level offers a spacious and functional layout with three bedrooms, a dedicated dining room, and a family room filled with natural light from large windows. The eat-in kitchen combines style and function with updated appliances, including a range/oven with a built-in air fryer, and sliders that open to an elevated deck overlooking the backyard-perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. Throughout the home, you'll find unique Spanish inspired details including gorgeous Talavera Spanish tile imported from Mexico, Terracotta tile flooring imported from Mexico, a custom Talavera tile sink in the hall bathroom, a custom railing in the living room, engineered hardwood flooring, and updated lighting. The primary suite features an updated private bath with a beautiful tiled shower, solid-surface vanity, smart mirror, and heated towel rack. The spacious lower level offers an inviting second living area with newer carpet and a wood-burning fireplace with a gas start, creating the perfect place to relax or entertain. A fourth bedroom, dedicated office, and full lower-level bath add even more flexibility. The laundry area includes a utility sink and gas dryer hookup with electric capability. Washer and dryer are included. Outside may be one of this home's best surprises. The park-like yard offers mature surroundings and plenty of space to enjoy, along with a hot tub (2024), water feature fountain, two storage sheds, and box plants on the deck that will remain, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the outdoor spaces from day one. Major improvements provide added peace of mind, including a new roof in 2026, exterior paint in 2026, HVAC system with whole-house humidifier in 2018, hot water heater in 2022, windows in 2011. With three bedrooms on the main level, multiple living spaces, custom details, substantial updates, and an incredible backyard setting, this distinctive University Park home offers space, character, and functionality inside and out.
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Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Engineered Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Engineered Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X19
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Terracotta)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X25
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Granite Counters), Flooring (Terracotta)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Terracotta)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Office
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet
- Doors: Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Windows: Drapes
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,364
- Total interior livable area: 2,364 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 91x120
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1429101035
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
- Subdivision: University Park
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Normal
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $125/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $222,042
- Annual tax amount: $5,283
- Date on market: 8/26/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $295,000+76.6%$125/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12738501 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2010 | Sold | $167,000$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,283 +5.3% | $74,014 +9.1% |
| 2024 | $5,019 +7.2% | $67,816 +11.7% |
| 2023 | $4,684 +6.7% | $60,724 +10.7% |
| 2022 | $4,389 +4.3% | $54,859 +6% |
| 2021 | $4,208 | $51,759 +1.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $51,221 +0.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $50,946 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $3,985 | $50,407 |
| 2017 | $3,985 +3.7% | $50,407 |
| 2016 | $3,842 +4.3% | $50,407 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $3,686 | $49,225 |
| 2014 | $3,686 +1.9% | $49,225 |
| 2013 | $3,618 +4.4% | $49,225 -0.8% |
| 2012 | $3,464 | $49,607 -0.6% |
| 2011 | $3,464 +0.7% | $49,905 |
| 2010 | $3,441 +1.9% | $49,905 |
| 2009 | $3,377 +4.9% | $49,905 +3.5% |
| 2008 | $3,219 +3.2% | $48,213 +3% |
| 2007 | $3,120 | $46,809 +0.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $46,391 +4% |
| 2005 | -- | $44,616 +9.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $40,859 +4% |
| 2001 | -- | $39,302 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $37,779 |
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