Looking for a well-cared for home in a great centrally located neighborhood? Look no further! Current owners have lovingly cared for this home in Brookwood for 49 years! The beautiful kitchen has been totally remodeled and opened up to the dining area, with an added island. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. Primary bathroom has been updated with a step-in tiled shower. Main floor features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, and lower level has 2 more bedrooms, a family room, full bath, and large laundry/mud room. The backyard is very large and partially fenced, with an enlarged deck (rebuilt in 2021), mature trees, garden, and a large storage shed. Big ticket items that have been updated include: Furnace (21), Roof (2024 by Messing), A/C within last 5 yrs, SS Fridge (23). Stove is newer as well. All appliances stay, including washer/dryer & deep freeze. Plenty of closet space. Cozy woodburning fireplace in lower level. So convenient to the Constitution Trail, newly added park at Colene Hoose, restaurants, & grocery stores! Being sold As-Is for ease, as seller is moving out of state. Seller needs a late Oct closing date. Come see this well-maintained gem!
Contingent
$254,900
716 Lara Rd, Normal, IL 61761
5beds
2,220sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mature treesAdded islandLarge storage shedPlenty of closet space
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amy Brown 309-530-5283,
Keller Williams Revolution,
Nathan Brown, GRI 309-831-9400,
Keller Williams Revolution
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12735420
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,220
- Total interior livable area: 2,220 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 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
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 120 x 72
- Features: Mature Trees, Garden
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1435105003
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Subdivision: Brookwood
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Normal
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $115/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $206,217
- Annual tax amount: $5,339
- Date on market: 9/10/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2026 | Contingent | $254,900$115/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12735420 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $254,900$115/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12735420 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,339 +4.4% | $68,739 +9.1% |
| 2024 | $5,114 +5.9% | $62,983 +11.7% |
| 2023 | $4,827 +5.5% | $56,396 +10.7% |
| 2022 | $4,577 +3.5% | $50,950 +6% |
| 2021 | $4,421 | $48,070 +4.9% |
| 2020 | -- | $45,824 +0.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $45,578 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $3,059 | $45,096 |
| 2017 | $3,059 +3.7% | $45,096 |
| 2016 | $2,950 +4.7% | $45,096 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $2,817 | $44,039 |
| 2014 | $2,817 +1.9% | $44,039 |
| 2013 | $2,765 -5.2% | $44,039 -0.8% |
| 2012 | $2,917 | $44,381 -5.5% |
| 2011 | $2,917 +4.5% | $46,973 +3% |
| 2010 | $2,791 +1.9% | $45,605 |
| 2009 | $2,739 -5.7% | $45,605 +3.5% |
| 2008 | $2,905 +3.1% | $44,058 +3% |
| 2007 | $2,819 | $42,775 +0.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $42,393 +4% |
| 2005 | -- | $40,770 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $37,756 +4% |
| 2001 | -- | $36,317 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $34,910 |
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Neighborhood: 61761
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Colene Hoose Elementary
- Middle: Chiddix Jr High
- High: Normal Community West High Schoo
- District: 5
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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