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716 Lara RoadNormal, IL 61761

Brookwood · McLean County

$254,900List price
5Beds
3Baths
2,006Sq Ft
1974Year built
0.20Acre lot
2Garage
13 days agoOn market

Description

Looking for a well-cared for home in a great centrally located neighborhood? Look no further! Current owners have lovingly cared for this home in Brookwood for 49 years! The beautiful kitchen has been totally remodeled and opened up to the dining area, with an added island. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. Primary bathroom has been updated with a step-in tiled shower. Main floor features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, and lower level has 2 more bedrooms, a family room, full bath, and large laundry/mud room. The backyard is very large and partially fenced, with an enlarged deck (rebuilt in 2021), mature trees, garden, and a large storage shed. Big ticket items that have been updated include: Furnace (21), Roof (2024 by Messing), A/C within last 5 yrs, SS Fridge (23). Stove is newer as well. All appliances stay, including washer/dryer & deep freeze. Plenty of closet space. Cozy woodburning fireplace in lower level. So convenient to the Constitution Trail, newly added park at Colene Hoose, restaurants, & grocery stores! Being sold As-Is for ease, as seller is moving out of state. Seller needs a late Oct closing date. Come see this well-maintained gem!

Property Information

Property type
Residential
Sub-type
Single Family Residence
Style
Bi-Level / Traditional
Year built
1974
Living area
2,220 Sq Ft
Lot size
0.20 acres
Lot dimensions
120 x 72
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Zoning
R1A
Days on market
13
MLS® Listing#
12735420

Property Features

Appliances
Double Oven · Microwave · Dishwasher · Refrigerator · Freezer · Washer · Dryer · Disposal
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s) · Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas · Forced Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplace
Family Room · Wood Burning
Basement
Sump Pump · None
Parking
Garage Door Opener · Attached · Garage
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup
Patio
Deck
Lot features
Garden
Construction
Brick · Wood Siding
Roof
Asphalt
Other structures
Shed(s)
Community
Park · Curbs · Sidewalks · Street Lights
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Public

Rooms

Main

  • Bedroom 212X10
  • Bedroom 310X10
  • Dining Room10X14
  • Kitchen14X9
  • Living Room15X13
  • Master Bedroom14X12

Lower

  • Bedroom 414X12
  • Bedroom 515X12
  • Family Room19X11
  • Laundry16X10

Schools

Elementary
Colene Hoose Elementary
Middle
Chiddix Jr High
High
Normal Community West High Schoo
District
Normal Community West High Schoo

Financial Details

Annual taxes
$5,339Tax year 2025
Parcel number
1435105003

Directions

Vernon to S on Lara, house on L

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Listing Courtesy: Keller Williams Revolution - 3098343400

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-09-09. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Last Updated: 2026-09-09

Normal Market Statistics

How this home compares to 43 active listings in Normal, IL

Normal medianThis listing
Median listing price$340,000$254,900
Median days on market3913
Median Sq Ft2,3922,220
Median price / Sq Ft$127$115

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Normal, IL.

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