716 Lara Road, Normal, Illinois 61761

Subdivision > Brookwood

$254,900

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 2,220
Cost/Sqft: $115
Beds: 5
Baths: 3
Year Built: 1974
Property Taxes: $5,339
Days On Market: 52
Lot Size: 0,20

Description

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!

Property Specifics

Single Family
—
Bi-Level,Traditional
1974
None
Brick, Wood Siding
Asphalt
—
No
0.2
—
Brookwood
— / Not Applicable
None
Public
Public Sewer
Central Air
Gas, Forced Air
12735420
1435105003

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Colene Hoose Elementary
5 —
Middle School
Chiddix Jr High
5 Not in DB
High School
Normal Community West High Schoo
5 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
28 Oct, 2026 Sold $254,900 MRED MLS
12 Sep, 2026 Under contract $254,900 MRED MLS
9 Sep, 2026 Listed for sale $254,900 MRED MLS

Some photos of this home have been virtually staged.


Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 14X12
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 12X10
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 10X10
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 14X12
Location: Lower
Floor Type: Carpet
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: —
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: 10X14
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 14X9
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Features: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: 16X10
Location: Lower
Floor Type: —
Living Room Info:
Dimensions: 15X13
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Family Room Info:
Dimensions: 19X11
Location: Lower
Floor Type: Carpet
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bedroom 5
Basement: None
First Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 5
Dimensions: 15X12
Location: Lower
Floor Type: Carpet

Other Specifics

2
—
Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Electric Dryer Hookup
Hardwood
Deck
Shed(s)
—
Mature Trees, Garden
120 x 72
—
Full
—
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Not in DB
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
—
Wood Burning

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2026 $5,339

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