$167,000
SOLD DEC 5, 2025

1218 Colton Ave Bloomington, IL 61701

2 Beds
1 Bath
945 Sq Ft
1953 Built

Recently Sold

$177 Per Sq Ft

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Ranch Style House
  • Living Room
  • Mature Trees
  • Porch
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of December 2025

Step into this beautifully refreshed 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home and fall in love with its modern updates and inviting charm! Be the first to enjoy the plush new carpeting and padding on the main level, complemented by professionally painted ultra-white trim and a neutral wall color that creates a warm, welcoming vibe. The galley-style kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring a gas stove, a stainless steel refrigerator, and freshly painted ceiling-high cabinetry that maximizes storage. Need extra space? The full basement offers plenty of room for storage or the potential to create additional living space. Outside, the oversized 2-car garage provides ample room for vehicles, tools, and workspace, while the charming front porch invites you to relax and unwind. The backyard firepit is perfect for cozy evenings under the stars. A brand-new water heater ensures efficiency, and freshly cleaned gutters add to the home's low-maintenance appeal. Best of all, this home is located in the heart of Bloomington, Illinois, just minutes from Constitution Trail! Whether you're into biking, walking, shopping, or dining, this prime location puts it all within easy reach. Don't wait-this gem won't last long. Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Duncan

BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS License #475131032 Listed on: 12/10/2024

BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS

Last Buyer's Agent

Carrie Downey-Driver

RE/MAX Rising License #475172781

RE/MAX Rising

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,134

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x143
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House

Interior Spaces

  • 945 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Carpet
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Bent Elementary School
  • Bloomington Junior High School
  • Bloomington High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,134

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 945
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1113
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1113
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees, Landscaped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Bent Elementary
  • High School: Bloomington High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Bloomington Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X143
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 23

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2134.38
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 10, 2024
Closed on
Dec 5, 2025
Sold by
Ambition Ventures Llc
Bought by
Johnson Douglas
Seller's Agent
Julie Duncan
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Carrie Downey-Driver
RE/MAX Rising
List Price
$167,000
Sold Price
$167,000
Views
70

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-62.66%
Original Mortgage
$163,975
Outstanding Balance
$163,975
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$9,632

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 10, 2024
Closed on
Nov 15, 2024
Sold by
Eckdahl Brett
Bought by
Ambition Ventures Llc
Seller's Agent
Julie Duncan
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Julie Duncan
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.7%
Views
51

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
26.94%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 8, 2018
Closed on
May 6, 2019
Sold by
Adams Jessica L and Adams Benjamin T
Bought by
Eckdahl Brett
Seller's Agent
Noelle Burns
RE/MAX Rising
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Wycoff
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$93,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,400
-6.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.16%
Original Mortgage
$85,622
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2013
Sold by
Peavler David L and Peavler Judith A
Bought by
Adams Benjamin T and Adams Jessica L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $167,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $130,000 Old Republic National Title In
Warranty Deed $130,000 Old Republic National Title In
Warranty Deed $93,500 Frontier Title Co
Warranty Deed $90,000 Alliance Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $163,975 FHA
Previous Owner $85,622 FHA
Previous Owner $72,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/05/2025 12/05/25 Sold $167,000 0.0% $177 / Sq Ft
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Off Market $167,000 -- --
12/23/2024 12/23/24 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2024 12/10/24 For Sale $167,000 +28.5% $177 / Sq Ft
11/15/2024 11/15/24 Sold $130,000 -3.7% $138 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/12/2024 10/12/24 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2024 10/10/24 For Sale $135,000 +44.4% $143 / Sq Ft
05/16/2019 05/16/19 Sold $93,500 -1.5% $99 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/03/2019 04/03/19 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2019 02/26/19 Price Changed $94,900 -5.0% $100 / Sq Ft
11/08/2018 11/08/18 For Sale $99,900 -- $106 / 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 $1,959 $36,608 $9,990 $26,618
2022 $1,959 $29,050 $7,927 $21,123
2021 $1,750 $26,593 $7,256 $19,337
2020 $1,659 $25,570 $6,977 $18,593
2019 $1,654 $25,570 $6,977 $18,593
2018 $1,647 $25,570 $6,977 $18,593
2017 $1,648 $25,570 $6,977 $18,593
2016 $1,748 $26,803 $7,313 $19,490
2015 $1,714 $26,448 $7,216 $19,232
2014 $1,659 $26,448 $7,216 $19,232
2013 -- $26,448 $7,216 $19,232
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12223497

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-34-309-024