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Address
8212 Elm Avenue, Downs, IL
Price
$ 260,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#12697992
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Closed
- CountyMCLEAN
- CityDowns
- AreaDowns
- Zip61736
- StyleBi-Level
- Year Built1976
- Taxes$ 5541
- Price$ 260,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2080
- Lot Size0.42 Acres
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description
Nicely refreshed and move-in ready, this incredibly spacious bi-level home offers the perfect combination of space, updates, and location in the award-winning Tri-Valley School District! Situated on a huge corner lot with a fully fenced backyard, this 4-bedroom, 2 full bath home also offers the flexibility for a potential 5th bedroom, making it ideal for growing families, guests, a home office, or media room. You'll love the extensive list of improvements that make this home truly turnkey. Major updates include a new septic system (2021), professionally painted interior (2022), new carpet (2022), updated light fixtures (2022), new trim (2022), water heater (2024), roof (approx. 2015), furnace and A/C (approx. 2018), siding (approx. 2020). Even more recent improvements completed in 2026 include a freshly painted garage with newly finished garage ceiling, fresh interior paint throughout the home, a beautifully upgraded lower-level bathroom featuring a fully drywalled ceiling in place of the previous drop ceiling, and a new garage man door providing convenient access to the backyard. The oversized 2-car garage offers plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and projects, while the expansive fenced backyard provides the perfect setting for entertaining, pets, or play. With its generous living space, extensive updates, sought-after school district, and outstanding corner-lot location, 8212 Elm is a home you won't want to miss. Schedule your private showing today!
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General Features
| Cooling | Central Air |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Range |
| New Construction | No |
| Year Built | 1976 |
| Elementary School | Tri-Valley Elementary School |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| High School | Tri-Valley High School |
| Middle/Junior High School | Tri-Valley Junior High School |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Township | Old Town |
| Elementary School District | 3 |
| Living Area | 2080 |
| Architectural Style | Bi-Level |
| County | McLean |
| Community Features | Water Rights,Curbs,Street Lights,Street Paved |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Middle/Junior School District | 3 |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Not Applicable |
| Subdivision Name | Not Applicable |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Standard Status | Closed |
| City | Downs |
| Status | Closed |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Close Price | 260000 |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Tax Annual Amount | 5541.82 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Heating | Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding |
| Property Type | Detached Single |
| Directions | Rt 150 E,R on 2000E,take 1st L at bottom of hill,corner hse 2nd st down on R |
| MLS Area | Downs |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| High School District | 3 |
Interior Features
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms Possible | 4 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Basement | Finished,Full |
| Interior Amenities | Dining Combo |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup |
| Room Type | No additional rooms |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Flooring | Carpet |
Exterior Features
| Other Equipment | Water-Softener Rented,Ceiling Fan(s) |
|---|---|
| Street Suffix | Avenue |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.42 |
| Street Name | Elm |
| Lot Dimensions | 132X140 |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2026-08-20T19:44:03.223Z |
| Parking Features | Concrete,Gravel,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage |
| Days on Market | 16 |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Water Source | Shared Well |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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