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$225,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 6 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,506 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
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Don't miss this spacious and well maintained 6 bedroom, 2 full bathroom home located in the highly desirable Unit 5 School District, offering plenty of room to spread out and make it your own. This home is packed with updates that provide peace of mind, starting with a roof replacement in 2016 and continuing with thoughtful improvements throughout the years. In 2020, ceiling fans and closet lighting were added to the upstairs bedrooms, along with a ceiling fan in the living room and a new exhaust fan in the upstairs bathroom. In 2021, the attic was insulated, wafer lighting brightened the living room, new electrical panels were installed in both the garage and main home, and a new refrigerator was added. The west basement bedroom was remodeled in 2022, and the garage was insulated, while 2023 brought a new dishwasher and AC unit. In 2024, even more upgrades were added including a new microwave, water heater with thermal expansion tank, whole house water filtration system, gas stove, and whole house humidifier. In 2025, the power meter and main lines were replaced, the basement bathroom was remodeled, and a basketball hoop was added. Most recently in 2026, the east basement bedroom was remodeled and new carpet was installed throughout the basement. You will also love the added conveniences like a utility sink in the laundry room, a large backyard perfect for entertaining or relaxing, and a radon mitigation system already in place, plus all appliances stay. With so much space, so many updates, and incredible value, this is one you will not want to miss, so schedule your showing today before it is gone.

Full Property Details for 1217 Searle Dr

General

  • Sold For: $225,000
  • Taxes: $4,316 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12608970
  • Added to Site: 103 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Pantry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Electric
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 6

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Radon Mitigation System

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Normal
  • County: McLean
  • Subdivision: Not Applicable
  • Driving Directions: West on Hovey, North on Grove to Searle

School Information

  • School District: 5
  • Midd School District: 5
  • Elementary School: Oakdale Elementary
  • Middle School: Kingsley Jr High
  • High School: Normal Community West High Schoo
  • Private School: Normal Community West High Schoo

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Bi-Level
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
  • Square Feet: 2,506
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 64 x 98
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees, Landscaped
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1965
  • Tax Amount: $4,316.08
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 1429479002

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Sold by eXp Realty

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Schools serving 1217 Searle Dr

School District:McLean County Unit School District 5
NameGradesDistance
Oakdale Elementary School, Normal, IL
601 South Adelaide Street, Normal, IL 61761
K-50.2 mi
Kingsley Jr High School
303 Kingsley Street, Normal, IL 61761
6-80.5 mi
Normal Community West High School
501 North Parkside Road, Normal, IL 61761
9-121.8 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1217 Searle Dr

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/08/2026
Sold
$225,000
4.65%
MLS
4/02/2026
Listed
$215,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by RE/MAX Rising
Sold by eXp Realty

1217 Searle Drive, Normal, IL 61761 (MLS# 12608970) is a Single Family property that was sold at $225,000 on May 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 1217 Searle Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Normal? You can browse all Normal real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.