Rare Brick Home for Rent in Central Normal Walk to Uptown & Constitution Trail
Beautiful all-brick two-story single-family home located on a quiet tree-lined corner lot in one of Normal's most desirable and walkable neighborhoods. This spacious home offers a rare combination of character, storage, and location, just minutes from Uptown Normal, major employers including Illinois State University, Illinois Wesleyan University, and Carle BroMenn Medical Center.
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Location & Lifestyle
Central Normal location near Uptown, BroMenn, ISU, IWU, and other major employers
Quiet tree-lined residential corner lot
Short walk (~0.3 miles) to Constitution Trail access
Convenient access to Bloomington Normal employment centers and amenities
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Interior Features
3 spacious upstairs bedrooms
2 full bathrooms (including large double-vanity bath)
Bright sunroom / den with natural light
Formal dining room and large living room
Finished basement with bonus room, full bath, laundry, and storage
Walk-up attic offering additional storage space
Ceiling fans in living room, sunroom, and all bedrooms
Full-size washer & dryer included
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Kitchen
Refrigerator
Range / oven
Dishwasher
Over-the-range microwave
Classic galley-style layout with functional workspace
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Exterior & Parking
Detached 3-car garage with built-in workbench and storage
Deck, patio, and mature landscaping
Backyard with partial 4' wood picket fencing
Custom storage shed
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Lease Terms
Tenant responsible for utilities.
Pets considered on a case-by-case basis with applicable pet fee.
No smoking permitted inside the home or garage/shed.
This is a single-family home intended for occupancy by a single household (such as a couple or family). The property is not configured or intended for shared roommate-style living arrangements.
Qualified applicants will complete standard screening prior to scheduling a showing. Showings by appointment only.
Available for an August move-in. Flexible start date can accommodate move-ins through September 1.
Rent: $2,550/month
Security Deposit: One month's rent
Single Family Home, Tenant Pays All Utilities and Responsible for Mowing/General Lawn Care and Snow Removal
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$2,550/moFees may apply
717 Hester Ave, Normal, IL 61761
3beds
2,404sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided. Learn more|
Single family residence
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Garage parking
Central, forced air
What's special
Custom storage shedQuiet tree-lined corner lotFormal dining roomAll-brick two-story single-family home
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,404 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Storage
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 1428455032
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Parking, Storage
Location
- Region: Normal
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $2,550-2.9%$1/sqft |
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| 6/22/2026 | Price change | $2,625-4.5%$1/sqft |
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| 5/16/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,750+66.7%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/20/2018 | Listing removed | $1,650$1/sqft |
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| 11/3/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,650$1/sqft |
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| 9/14/2018 | Sold | $154,000-9.1%$64/sqft |
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| 7/24/2018 | Listed for sale | $169,500$71/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 61761
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Glenn Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Kingsley Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Normal Community West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi






