Charming, full of character and located in the highly sought-after Founders Grove Subdivision! Original hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and an inviting open layout create a warm and welcoming feel throughout. The living room is centered around a gas fireplace (converted in 2021) surrounded by built-ins. The formal dining space with a cozy window seat flows nicely into the kitchen, which features a charming exposed brick accent, a breakfast bar for those quick meals, and a large pantry closet. Rounding out the first floor, you will find a full bath as well as the laundry. Upstairs, you will find all 3 bedrooms, with large closets, a rare find for a home of this age, and an additional full bath that got a refresh in 2023. The partially finished basement offers additional living space, great for a family room, playroom, or dedicated office space. The unfinished portion of the basement offers plenty of room for storage. Outside, you have the option of relaxing with your coffee or winding down from the day on the large enclosed front porch, or you can head out to the backyard, where a new privacy fence was installed in 2023, to hang out or entertain on the brick-paved patio. This home also offers a 2-car detached garage. Recent updates include roof in 2021, several replacement windows in 2023, exterior vinyl window wrapping in 2025, and a new garage door opener in 2026. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to own a move-in ready home filled with character in one of Bloomington’s most desirable neighborhoods!
Property Details
Price:
$240,000
MLS #:
MRD12642779
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subdivision:
Founders Grove
Neighborhood:
bloomington
Listed Date:
Jul 9, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,423
Year Built:
1925
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Schools
School District:
87
Elementary School:
Oakland Elementary
Middle School:
Bloomington Jr High School
High School:
Bloomington High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Below Grade Finished Area
364
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
Exterior
Architectural Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Stucco
Fencing
Fenced
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Patio, Porch
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$6,360
Map
Community
- Address517 Vale Street Bloomington IL
- SubdivisionFounders Grove
- CityBloomington
- CountyMcLean
- Zip Code61701
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Bloomington as of Oct 09, 2026
209
Single Family Listed
65
Avg DOM
132
Avg $ / SqFt
$379,505
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Founders Grove subdivision, 517 Vale Street Bloomington IL is a Single Family for sale in Bloomington, IL, 61701. It is listed for $240,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 2,423 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1925. The current price per square foot is $99. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Bloomington is $132. The average listing price for Single Family in Bloomington is $379,505.
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517 Vale Street
Bloomington, IL


