NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1214 E Empire St Bloomington, IL 61701

Estimated Value: $160,000 - $204,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
992 Sq Ft
$187/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 15, 2021

Last sale price $141,200 $142 Per Sq Ft

Est. 31% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,179/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attached Garage
  • Ranch Style House
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

As of March 2021

Gorgeous three bedroom ranch with one bath that has been very tastefully updated! Fantastic east side location, close to schools! All new kitchen cabinets with Corian countertops in 2014, bathroom updated in 2014, roof replaced in 2016, newer windows in 2013, new concrete driveway and back pad in 2019, water heater 2015, spray in foam insulation in attic and crawl space in 2018, all new interior doors and trim in 2014, all new appliances in 2014, all new flooring 2014 (Bamboo hardwood in LR, hall and 3 BR, laminate in kitchen). Furnace 08, AC 11, garage door 2013. City sewer line has been updated. All appliances stay including washer and dryer, which are located in a closet in the kitchen. What is left to do to this little beauty you ask?? Nothing, just pack your self up and move in!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Wilson

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475163789 Listed on: 01/22/2021

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Co-Listed By

Denice McCalip

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475089422

Last Buyer's Agent

Keith Troutman

BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS License #475135036

BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1955

Lot Details

  • 9,148

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Patio
  • Southern Exposure

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Sq Ft: 992
  • Style Of House: Ranch
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1955
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Total Sq Ft: 992
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1955

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 5
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 11X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Other, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Updated Kitchen
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 11X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 992
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 992
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 992

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • Exposure: S (South)
  • Acreage: 0.215

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Number Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking On Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 992

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 87

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75X125
  • Parcel Identification Number: 1434379002
  • BNAR Zoning: R1A
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 1809.30

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2025
Sold by
While Benjamin Ray
Bought by
While Benjamin Ray and While Katie Michele
Current Estimated Value
$185,529

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Outstanding Balance
$78,646
Interest Rate
7.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$106,883

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 22, 2021
Closed on
Mar 15, 2021
Sold by
Kossler Anthony P
Bought by
While Benjamin R
Seller's Agent
Karen Wilson
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Keith Troutman
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$141,200
Premium/Discount to List
$1,300
0.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.75%
Original Mortgage
$112,950
Interest Rate
2.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 25, 2014
Closed on
Aug 6, 2014
Sold by
Becerra Foad J and Becerra Rosdina
Bought by
Kossler Anthony P
Seller's Agent
BNAR Conversion Agent
BNAR Conversion Office
Buyer's Agent
Denice McCalip
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$92,900
Sold Price
$85,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,900
-8.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.98%
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Interest Rate
4.11%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 2, 2012
Closed on
Apr 10, 2012
Sold by
Whitham Sandra Sue
Bought by
Becerra Foad J and Becerra Rosdina
Seller's Agent
BNAR Conversion Agent
BNAR Conversion Office
Buyer's Agent
BNAR Conversion Agent
BNAR Conversion Office
List Price
$85,900
Sold Price
$75,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-12.69%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.67%
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
3.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2011
Sold by
Whitham Sandra Sue
Bought by
Whitham Sandra Sue

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2007
Sold by
Alexander Orville S
Bought by
Whitham Sandra Sue
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
While Benjamin Ray -- None Listed On Document
While Benjamin R $141,500 Ftc
Kossler Anthony P $85,000 Alliance Land Title
Becerra Foad J $75,000 Mclean County Title
Whitham Sandra Sue -- None Available
Whitham Sandra Sue -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open While Benjamin Ray $80,000
Previous Owner While Benjamin R $112,950
Previous Owner Kossler Anthony P $7,500
Previous Owner Becerra Foad J $60,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/15/2021 03/15/21 Sold $141,200 +0.9% $142 / Sq Ft
01/24/2021 01/24/21 Pending -- -- --
01/22/2021 01/22/21 For Sale $139,900 +64.6% $141 / Sq Ft
08/08/2014 08/08/14 Sold $85,000 -8.5% $86 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/27/2014 06/27/14 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2014 04/25/14 For Sale $92,900 +23.9% $94 / Sq Ft
04/30/2012 04/30/12 Sold $75,000 -12.7% $76 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/14/2012 03/14/12 Pending -- -- --
03/02/2012 03/02/12 For Sale $85,900 -- $87 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,589 $45,956 $11,083 $34,873
2022 $2,589 $36,468 $8,795 $27,673
2021 $2,327 $33,385 $8,052 $25,333
2020 $1,815 $27,409 $7,742 $19,667
2019 $1,809 $27,409 $7,742 $19,667
2018 $1,802 $27,409 $7,742 $19,667
2017 $1,802 $27,409 $7,742 $19,667
2016 $1,910 $28,730 $8,115 $20,615
2015 $1,873 $28,350 $8,008 $20,342
2014 $1,814 $28,350 $8,008 $20,342
2013 -- $30,321 $8,008 $22,313
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10977761

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-34-379-002