$240,000
SOLD AUG 7, 2015
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,666 Sq Ft
5,881 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$90 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Porch
  • Prairie Architecture
  • Detached Garage
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of June 2025

History & location! Just 1 block to campus. Made the list of Urbana's 100 most architecturally significant buildings! The current owners have lived at 708 Busey nearly 50 years & hope the new owners will be as happy as they have been in this beautiful 4 bedroom Prairie style brick home . Designed for entertaining the home has a 25 x 13 Living room adjoining a 13 x 13 dining room in addition to a butler's pantry & large kitchen. BEAUTIFUL deck overlooks a large lovely landscaped yard. Charming office with double sided fireplace & 2nd floor sunroom adds to the ambiance. Full basement for additional storage & work space.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Frobish

Heartland Real Estate of Central Illinois, Inc License #475132373 Listed on: 05/30/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Frobish

Heartland Real Estate of Central Illinois, Inc License #475132373 Listed on: 05/30/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,422

Year Built

  • 1914

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Prairie Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,422

Year Built

1914

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1.1
  • Total Sq Ft: 2666
  • Style Of House: Prairie
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1914
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1914

Interior Features

  • Living Room: Dimensions: 25.5, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13 X, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12 X, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Walk In Closet
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13 X, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11 X, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11 X, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 13.2, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2666
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2666
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1040
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1461
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1205
  • Existing Basement Foundation: Yes
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 12.5, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch
  • Exposure: W (West)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Hot Water/Steam

Schools

  • Elementary School: LEAL
  • Middle School: UMS
  • High School: UHS

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 59 X 112
  • Parcel Identification Number: 922117157008

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7008

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Abrahamson Peter and Abrahamson Allison
Bought by
Gierman Melissa E
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Clark
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Saoudi
eXp Realty
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-2.58%
Views
54

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.95%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 15, 2021
Closed on
Dec 13, 2021
Sold by
Darmawan William
Bought by
Abrahamson Peter and Abrahamson Allison
Seller's Agent
Susan Frobish
Heartland Real Estate of Central Illinois, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Clark
RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
List Price
$319,000
Sold Price
$292,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-8.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.41%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2008
Sold by
Dold Charles N and Dold Diane D
Bought by
Dold Charles N and Dold Diane D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2007
Sold by
Dold Charles N and Dold Diane D
Bought by
Dold Charles N
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $340,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $294,000 Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2025 07/09/25 For Rent $2,600 0.0% --
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Sold $340,000 -2.6% $128 / Sq Ft
03/26/2025 03/26/25 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2025 03/14/25 For Sale $349,000 +19.5% $131 / Sq Ft
12/14/2021 12/14/21 Sold $292,000 -8.5% $110 / Sq Ft
11/19/2021 11/19/21 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2021 11/15/21 For Sale $319,000 +32.9% $120 / Sq Ft
08/07/2015 08/07/15 Sold $240,000 -7.7% $90 / Sq Ft
08/03/2015 08/03/15 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2015 05/30/15 For Sale $259,900 -- $97 / 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 $10,422 $107,390 $24,660 $82,730
2023 $10,422 $97,980 $22,500 $75,480
2022 $9,116 $90,220 $20,720 $69,500
2021 $8,429 $84,080 $19,310 $64,770
2020 $8,135 $81,630 $18,750 $62,880
2019 $7,903 $81,630 $18,750 $62,880
2018 $7,872 $82,200 $18,880 $63,320
2017 $8,144 $82,200 $18,880 $63,320
2016 $7,845 $79,810 $18,330 $61,480
2015 $7,642 $79,810 $18,330 $61,480
2014 $7,008 $77,110 $17,710 $59,400
2013 $7,081 $78,680 $18,070 $60,610
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09438832

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 92-21-17-157-008