1605 E Taylor St Bloomington, IL 61701
Founders Grove Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,184
Sq Ft
1925
Built
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Traditional Architecture
- Home Office
- Mature Trees
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of July 2025Welcome to 1605 E Taylor Street! This home exudes character and charm. SO many windows which create a light airy space with wood flooring throughout. On the main level you will find a family room, large dining room with a built in window seat, an office with french doors, and a galley kitchen. The basement has a living space, laundry with half bath, and also a place for storage. Beautiful landscaping surrounds the home. The fenced backyard is a private get away with a brick patio perfect for your morning coffee or evening cocktail. At the back of the property is a 2 car garage. Sellers have done some updating throughout the years, including 40 year roof installed 2024, new AC in 2023 and a new hot water heater in 2025. The Founders Grove neighborhood is a super convenient location. Make your appt today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475128751 Listed on: 05/28/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,140
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 70x122
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Radon Mitigation System
Interior Spaces
- 2,184 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room Downstairs
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Unfinished Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Washington Elementary School
- Bloomington Jr High Middle School
- Bloomington High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Founders Grove Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 27, 2017
Closed on
Mar 17, 2017
Sold by
Ficca Douglas L and Veninga Marsha
Bought by
Smudde Peter M and Smudde Patricia E
Seller's Agent
Ann Baugh
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Matt Hansen
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$179,000
Sold Price
$179,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.96%
Original Mortgage
$170,050
Outstanding Balance
$142,433
Interest Rate
4.19%
Estimated Equity
$105,238
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $179,000 | Mclean County Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $170,050 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $62,150 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2025 07/29/25 | Sold | $270,000 | +8.7% | $124 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $248,500 | +38.8% | $114 / Sq Ft |
| 03/17/2017 03/17/17 | Sold | $179,000 | 0.0% | $120 / Sq Ft |
| 01/30/2017 01/30/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/27/2017 01/27/17 | For Sale | $179,000 | -- | $120 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,567 | $69,392 | $13,895 | $55,497 |
| 2022 | $4,567 | $59,737 | $11,962 | $47,775 |
| 2021 | $4,263 | $56,162 | $11,246 | $44,916 |
| 2020 | $4,252 | $56,162 | $11,246 | $44,916 |
| 2019 | $4,239 | $56,162 | $11,246 | $44,916 |
| 2018 | $4,129 | $55,060 | $11,025 | $44,035 |
| 2017 | $4,636 | $55,060 | $11,025 | $44,035 |
| 2016 | $4,123 | $55,060 | $11,025 | $44,035 |
| 2015 | $4,050 | $54,332 | $10,879 | $43,453 |
| 2014 | $3,878 | $53,791 | $10,879 | $42,912 |
| 2013 | -- | $52,737 | $10,666 | $42,071 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2025
Janel Harrison
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Chrissy Hamilton
Keller Williams Revolution
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2017
Ann Baugh
BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Matt Hansen
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12375157
APN: 21-03-458-003
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