For Rent5d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
720 S Park Ave
Bloomington, IN, 47401 • Elm Heights • Monroe County
$2,400/mo
$2/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,438Sqft
1920Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1920 · Historic
Nestled in Bloomington's Premier neighborhood, Elm Heights, stands a historic gem at 720 S Park Ave. This charming 1930s cottage is a few blocks from campus and just two blocks from Bryan Park. While many classic details have been preserved, the home has undergone significant updates and an architecturally designed addition, elevating it far beyond modern standards. The home boasts three spacious bedrooms, two retro bathrooms, and a custom kitchen. A den and a lower-level family room add to its inviting ambiance. Noteworthy cabinet builder/designer and author Nancy Hiller, not only designed but also crafted the custom built the kitchen cabinets. She also featured the home in her book, A Home of Her Own. Fireplace is not usable. Pet fee is $200 + $20/pet/mo 25lbs. Owner is not willing to lease to undergraduate students.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights lower-level family room, three spacious bedrooms, and custom kitchen as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$16/month
Principal & Interest$12
Property Tax$2
Insurance$1
Down payment20% ($480)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,920 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingleFamily
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Fireplace
ParkingContact manager
LaundryIn Unit
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingleFamily
StyleBungalow
Year built1920
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Fireplace
CoolingCentral Air
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodElm Heights
Annual tax$3,919
Parcel530804111003000009
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
5 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dryer
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Fireplace
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior
Architecture Style: Bungalow
City/Town/Suburb
Heating system: Forced Air
Heating: Gas
Level
Living Room
Lot Features: Level
City/Town/Suburb
Near College Campus
Near College Campus
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Rent
Days on market5
Est. value$373,300
Est. rent$2,368/mo
Tax rate0.72%
Price/sqft$2
On marketApr 3, 2026
PostedApr 3, 2026
MLS updatedApr 3, 2026
Tour days6
Views110
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bloomington, IN, 47401
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 23, 2026Price Change$2,400$2IRMLS
Sep 12, 2025Price Change$2,600$2IRMLS
Jul 18, 2025Price Change$2,800$2IRMLS
Apr 7, 2025Listed For Rent$3,400$2IRMLS
Price Change$2,400
Feb 23, 2026•$2/sqft•IRMLS
Price Change$2,600
Sep 12, 2025•$2/sqft•IRMLS
Price Change$2,800
Jul 18, 2025•$2/sqft•IRMLS
Listed For Rent$3,400
Apr 7, 2025•$2/sqft•IRMLS
Tax history
18 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2024$3,919$351,200
Apr 9, 2023$3,874$354,800
Apr 9, 2022$3,194$331,200
Apr 9, 2021$3,028$278,500
Apr 9, 2020$2,483$264,000
Apr 9, 2019$3,391$235,600
Apr 9, 2018$2,008$216,700
Apr 9, 2017$1,945$200,300
Apr 9, 2016$1,945$197,500
Apr 9, 2014$1,854$191,700
Apr 9, 2013$1,559$169,600
Apr 9, 2012$1,528$170,400
Apr 9, 2011$1,402$165,100
Apr 9, 2010$1,351$161,400
Apr 9, 2009$1,133$151,800
Apr 9, 2007$991$152,600
Apr 9, 2006—$129,700
Apr 9, 2005—$91,600
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Local context around this listing
Bloomington, IN • Monroe County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
47401474034740447405474064740847434474594746247490
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