$230,000
SOLD JUL 15, 2025

1521 W University Ave Champaign, IL 61821

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$192 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near a park
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Central High School Rated A
  • Heated Enclosed Porch
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

This charming bungalow is ready for it's new owners and all you need to do is move in and make it yours. Walking through the front door, you will be welcomed by an abundance of natural light in the sunroom. Kick back and relax in the living room featuring a wood burning fireplace and hardwood flooring. Pass through the formal dining room into the kitchen where you will find granite countertops and a tin ceiling. Stackable washer and dryer are currently located in the kitchen for convenience but hookups are readily available in the basement should you wish for more kitchen space. The main bathroom has been completely remodeled with a tile shower and is located directly between the two large bedrooms each having hardwood floors. Don't miss the cozy nook in the larger bedroom which is perfect for a small desk or vanity. The full unfinished basement has plenty of room for storage, a full bathroom and optional washer/dryer hookups. You will love relaxing on the back deck overlooking your fenced in backyard. Conveniently located with quick access to U of I and bus lines as well as restaurants and shopping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt Difanis

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA License #471020468 Listed on: 05/15/2025

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Co-Listed By

Joseph Gray

RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA License #475203188

Last Buyer's Agent

Andre Peloquin

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475177615

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,852

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45.84 x 108.98

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Heated Enclosed Porch
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Location

  • Property is near a park

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,852

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Legal Description: LOT 2 HENSON'S, FLEMING, SUB
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 1200
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch Heated
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1200
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 1200
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1031
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Square Footage Comments: Measurements from Matterport.
  • Total Sq Ft: 2231
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1031
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1200
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 219900
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, In Unit, In Kitchen
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 4

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 45.84 X 108.98
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 22
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3852
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2025
Closed on
Jul 15, 2025
Sold by
Wynen-Chamberlain Lynn
Bought by
Peloquin Michael
Seller's Agent
Matt Difanis
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
Buyer's Agent
Andre Peloquin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
4.59%
Views
28

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-21.72%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2024
Closed on
Jul 6, 2024
Sold by
Palmer Lynne
Bought by
Wynen-Chamberlain Lynn
Seller's Agent
Alisa DeMarco
Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
Buyer's Agent
Matt Difanis
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
List Price
$189,900
Sold Price
$205,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
7.95%
Views
22

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.20%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 16, 2019
Closed on
Sep 17, 2019
Sold by
Bosserman Joel and Bosserman Leslie M
Bought by
Palmer Lynne
Seller's Agent
Nate Evans
eXp Realty-Mahomet
Buyer's Agent
Nate Evans
eXp Realty-Mahomet
List Price
$146,500
Sold Price
$137,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-6.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.68%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2009
Sold by
Kottemann Genevieve R
Bought by
Schwartz Leslie M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,100
Interest Rate
5.36%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2003
Sold by
Staebler Kelly M
Bought by
Kottemann Genevieve R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $230,000 None Listed On Document
Administrators Deed $205,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $137,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $145,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $136,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $85,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $92,100 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $100,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $96,800 Unknown
Previous Owner $26,036 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Sold $230,000 +4.6% $192 / Sq Ft
05/26/2025 05/26/25 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $219,900 +7.3% $183 / Sq Ft
07/16/2024 07/16/24 Sold $205,000 +8.0% $171 / Sq Ft
06/15/2024 06/15/24 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2024 05/23/24 For Sale $189,900 +38.1% $158 / Sq Ft
09/30/2019 09/30/19 Sold $137,500 -3.5% $113 / Sq Ft
09/12/2019 09/12/19 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Price Changed $142,500 -2.7% $117 / Sq Ft
08/16/2019 08/16/19 For Sale $146,500 -- $120 / 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 $3,852 $53,490 $7,080 $46,410
2023 $3,852 $48,720 $6,450 $42,270
2022 $3,121 $44,940 $5,950 $38,990
2021 $3,026 $44,060 $5,830 $38,230
2020 $2,876 $42,370 $5,610 $36,760
2019 $3,759 $41,490 $5,490 $36,000
2018 $3,674 $40,830 $5,400 $35,430
2017 $3,554 $39,330 $5,200 $34,130
2016 $3,186 $38,520 $5,090 $33,430
2015 $3,211 $37,840 $5,000 $32,840
2014 $2,679 $37,840 $5,000 $32,840
2013 $2,654 $37,840 $5,000 $32,840
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12363139

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 41-20-11-376-002