Seller's Agent in 2025
Jim Fruin
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
(309) 824-2628
1 in this area
91 Total Sales
216 Garden Rd Normal, IL 61761
Parkside Neighborhood
3
Beds
4
Baths
2,304
Sq Ft
1992
Built
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Property is near a park
- Community Pool
- Mature Trees
- Traditional Architecture
- Tennis Courts
About This Home
As of August 2025Owners have lived in this home for 30 Years and have decided to downsize. The home is now vacant and is conveniently located just east of Parkside Elementary, Jr. High and Normal West HS. It has close proximity to Illinois State, Heartland, Rivian and other businesses, with easy access to the Interstate. Well cared for house, with the List Price reflecting the need for some cosmetic TLC of Buyer preferences.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475138670 Listed on: 07/01/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,457
Year Built
- Built in 1992
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 78 x 120
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,304 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Parkside Elementary School
- Parkside Jr High Middle School
- Normal Community West High Schoo
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Satellite Dish
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near a park
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- University Park Subdivision, Detached Single Floorplan
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 1, 2025
Closed on
Aug 13, 2025
Sold by
Cruise Donald T and Cruise Debra A
Bought by
Escatel Robert
Seller's Agent
Jim Fruin
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Brandon Holtz
RE/MAX Rising
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-3.23%
Views
51
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$13,392
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.98%
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Outstanding Balance
$139,122
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$144,270
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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 | $270,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $140,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2025 08/13/25 | Sold | $270,000 | -3.2% | $117 / Sq Ft |
| 07/13/2025 07/13/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/01/2025 07/01/25 | For Sale | $279,000 | -- | $121 / 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 | $4,695 | $78,214 | $13,469 | $64,745 |
| 2022 | $4,695 | $63,270 | $10,895 | $52,375 |
| 2021 | $4,478 | $59,694 | $10,279 | $49,415 |
| 2020 | $4,443 | $59,074 | $10,172 | $48,902 |
| 2019 | $4,287 | $58,756 | $10,117 | $48,639 |
| 2018 | $4,678 | $58,134 | $10,010 | $48,124 |
| 2017 | $4,511 | $58,134 | $10,010 | $48,124 |
| 2016 | $4,462 | $58,134 | $10,010 | $48,124 |
| 2015 | $4,329 | $56,771 | $9,775 | $46,996 |
| 2014 | $4,275 | $56,771 | $9,775 | $46,996 |
| 2013 | -- | $56,771 | $9,775 | $46,996 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jim Fruin
-
Brandon Holtz
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brandon Holtz
RE/MAX
(309) 824-9955
1 in this area
59 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12389101
APN: 14-29-176-018
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