705 Lara Road — Normal, IL 61761
Pending
Normal, IL 61761

705 Lara Road

$245,000
3 beds · 1 bath · 1,066 sqft
Listed at $245,000 4 days on market $2,418/yr taxes
01About this home

Welcome to this charming and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch home in the heart of Normal! Featuring a classic brick front and inviting curb appeal, 705 Lara Rd offers comfort, functionality, and value in a prime location-conveniently situated between Illinois State University and Veterans Parkway. Step inside to find a bright and welcoming living space filled with natural light, along with the added convenience of main-level laundry. The home includes three bedrooms, with the third bedroom offering excellent flexibility-perfect as a home office, guest room, or hobby space. The basement expands your living options with a finished area ideal for a cozy movie room, game area, or entertainment space. The unfinished portion provides excellent potential for a workshop, storage, or project area-perfect for hobbies or DIY enthusiasts. Enjoy the outdoors with a 20x8 composite deck and a 16x10 concrete patio-perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. The backyard offers plenty of potential and could be easily fenced in for pets or added privacy. The single car garage is 24x14 (larger than most attached single car garages. This home is an amazing opportunity for a first-time buyer or someone looking to downsize into a manageable, move-in-ready space. With its convenient location near parks, shopping, dining, and major routes, this is one you won't want to miss! All appliances stay.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$245,000
List price
1,066
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
1 full
Bathrooms
1974
Year built
Lot size
1
Garage spaces
$2,418
Annual taxes
Ranch
Style
4
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural GasForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Parking
ConcreteGarage Door OpenerGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
Vinyl SidingBrick
Equipment
CO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Sump PumpRadon Mitigation SystemWater Heater-Gas
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle school
E Elementary school
Colene Hoose Elementary
Normal, IL
📍0.6 mi🚗2 min🚶15 min
M Middle school
Chiddix Jr High
Normal, IL
📍1.0 mi🚗3 min🚶25 min
H High school
Normal Community West High Schoo
Normal, IL
  • La Gondola 850 ft
  • Flinger's Pizza 0.2 mi
  • DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works 0.2 mi
  • Steak 'n Shake 0.3 mi
  • Bob Evans 0.3 mi
  • Jason's Deli 0.3 mi
  • Qik n Ez 0.3 mi
  • Target 0.4 mi
  • Hy-Vee Gas 0.5 mi
  • Hy-Vee 0.6 mi
  • R K Grocery 0.6 mi
  • Kroger 0.7 mi
  • Playsynthesis Children’s Activity Center 0.4 mi
  • Ewing Park III 0.5 mi
  • Ewing Park I 0.5 mi
  • Ewing Park 0.5 mi
  • Ilse and Charles Jobson Natural Play Park 0.6 mi
  • Ewing Cultural Center 0.6 mi
  • Starbucks 0.4 mi
  • Starbucks 0.4 mi
  • Jasper's Java 0.5 mi
  • Lvl Up Coffee Bar 0.5 mi
  • Starbucks 0.6 mi
  • Bloom's Coffee Bar 0.9 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 21, 2026
PendingThis listing
$245,000
May 19, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Brilliant Real Estate
$245,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Brilliant Real Estate · Nathan Soice · 217-778-6171
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12619290
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