For Sale42d on market
1607 Hovey Ave
Normal, IL, 61761 • 61761 • McLean County
$224,000
$128/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
1Baths
1,752Sqft
0.15 acLot
1967Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1967 · 59 years of history
Not Applicable
61761
Enhanced Security
Security System · Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Patio
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Basement
1-Car Garage
Concrete · No Garage · Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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42 days on market
Established listing
$128/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1967
Cute ranch home centrally located between ISU and Wesleyan. Updated eat in kitchen that features painted cabinets, counter tops, vinyl flooring all done in 2023-24 and stainless steel appliances. The full bathroom received some updates too with a new vanity and mirror in 2026 and vinyl flooring in 2023-24. The family room and all 3 bedrooms feature hardwood floors that were refinished in 2023-24. As if that isn't enough the full basement is finished with a wood burning fireplace that has a brick surround and built in shelves to store wood, blankets or whatever else. It also has a dry bar with lighting and cabinets behind it. The other room has a huge walk in closet and could be considered a 4th bedroom, if you were to increase the size of the current window, to an egress window. You will love all the storage space that also serves as the laundry room. Windows new in 2002, New Chimney 2002, 200 Amp service added 2003, Painted exterior of home 2021-22, Water Heater 2019-20, Carpet in basement 2023-24 and professionally cleaned 2026, new Screen door 2025, All Ducts cleaned 2026. Refrigerator 2025. The walls, trim and some ceilings were painted in 2026. Seller is providing a 1 year Home Warranty by Home Warranty Inc at Closing.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights new chimney, painted exterior of home, and laundry room as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,461/month
Principal & Interest$1,162
Property Tax$224
Insurance$75
Down payment20% ($44,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $179,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1967
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Garage space
Lot6,489 sqft
Days on Zillow42 Days
Price/sqft$128
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1967
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced
Lot6,489 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood61761
Annual tax$3,775
Parcel1432201001
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Dry Bar
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Gas Oven
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Basement
Windows
Drapes
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Exterior
Lighting
Parking
Concrete
No Garage
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Patio
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Mature Trees
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Security System
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Structures
None
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main10×12 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Main9×11 ft99 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Main8×10 ft80 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market42
Est. value$221,300
Est. rent$1,769/mo
Tax rate2.08%
Price/sqft$128
On marketFeb 27, 2026
PostedFeb 27, 2026
Last sold$113,000
MLS statusContingent
MLS updatedMar 11, 2026
Tour days6
Views223
Favorites3
How are the schools in Normal?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Normal, IL, 61761
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 11, 2026Contingent$224,000$128MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 27, 2026Listed For Sale$224,000$128MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 28, 2015Sold$113,000$64MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 10, 2015Price Change$119,900$68Coldwell Banker Heart of America Realtors
Feb 17, 2015Listed For Sale$124,900$71Coldwell Banker Heart of America Realtors
Aug 16, 2014Listing Removed$124,900$71Coldwell Banker Heart of America Realtors
Jul 17, 2014Listed For Sale$124,900$71Coldwell Banker Heart of America Realtors
Jun 8, 2006Sold$112,000$64Public Record
Contingent$224,000
Mar 11, 2026•$128/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$224,000
Feb 27, 2026•$128/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$113,000
Apr 28, 2015•$64/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$119,900
Mar 10, 2015•$68/sqft•Coldwell Banker Heart of America Realtors
Listed For Sale$124,900
Feb 17, 2015•$71/sqft•Coldwell Banker Heart of America Realtors
Listing Removed$124,900
Aug 16, 2014•$71/sqft•Coldwell Banker Heart of America Realtors
Listed For Sale$124,900
Jul 17, 2014•$71/sqft•Coldwell Banker Heart of America Realtors
Sold$112,000
Jun 8, 2006•$64/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$3,775$46,490
Apr 10, 2023$3,049$41,628
Apr 10, 2022$2,839$37,608
Apr 10, 2021$2,711$35,483
Apr 10, 2020—$35,114
Apr 10, 2019—$34,925
Apr 10, 2018$2,562$34,556
Apr 10, 2017$2,562$34,556
Apr 10, 2016$2,471$34,556
Apr 10, 2015$2,366$33,746
Apr 10, 2014$2,366$33,746
Apr 10, 2013$2,192$32,186
Apr 10, 2012$2,235$32,435
Apr 10, 2011$2,235$34,329
Apr 10, 2010$2,221$34,329
Apr 10, 2009$2,179$34,329
Apr 10, 2008$2,085$33,165
Apr 10, 2007$2,030$32,199
Apr 10, 2006—$31,912
Apr 10, 2005—$30,691
Apr 10, 2002—$26,448
Apr 10, 2001—$25,440
Apr 10, 2000—$24,454
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Normal, IL • McLean County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
6176161790
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