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5 beds2,346 sqft$109/sqft
716 Lara Rd, Normal, IL 61761
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Single FamilyProperty Type
8,712 sq ftLot Size
1974Year Built
$109/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

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...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!
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  • Listed by: Amy Brown 309.530.5283 teambrownadb@gmail.com • Keller Williams Revolution
  • Listed by: Nathan Brown 309.831.9400 teambrownre@gmail.com • Keller Williams Revolution
Last updated: 09/09/2026 06:54 PM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12735420

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Property Information for 716 Lara Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,339 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / Detached Single-Split Level
  • Area: Normal
  • Subdivision: Brookwood
  • Township: Normal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Architectural Style: Bi-Level, Traditional
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,712 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 5
  • Elementary School: Colene Hoose Elementary
  • Jr High Middle School: Chiddix Jr High
  • High School District: 5
  • High School: Normal Community West High Schoo
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 5
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Levels: Bi-Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: Split Level
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: Split Level
  • Total Sq Ft: 2132
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2132
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2346
  • Lower Sq Ft: 878
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1254
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees, Garden
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 120 x 72
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Construction: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1128
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 214
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-09-09T15:45:17
  • Photos Count: 27
  • Relist: N
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 15X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 10X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X11
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X9
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 16X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X13

Property History for 716 Lara Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12735420

$254,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/09/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12735420

$254,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 716 Lara Road

Taxable ValueLand$13,985Additions$54,754Total$68,739
Tax Record2025$5,339 ($445 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,128 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,128 SqFtLot Size8,640 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1974ZoningR-1ACountyMCLEANAPN14-35-105-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 716 Lara Road

This home is within Mclean County Community Unit School District 5.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 11 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Colene Hoose Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Chiddix Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Normal Community West High School
Public9 to 12

Ybmc Charter School
Charter11 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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716 Lara Road is a single family home for sale in Normal, IL 61761. This property was listed for sale on September 9, 2026 by Keller Williams Revolution, it's currently listed at $254,900. This listing's school district is Mclean County Community Unit School District 5. Nearby schools include Colene Hoose Elementary School, Chiddix Jr High School and Normal Community West High School. 716 Lara Road is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,346 sqft single family home built in 1974.

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