About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 502 S Linden Street in Normal, IL is listed for $255,000 ($90 per sqft). Built in 1954, the home offers 2,834 sqft of living space on a 0.19 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1954
  • 0.19 acre lot
  • 2 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
2 full
2 spaces
1954

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

CHARACTER, CHARM & MODERN UPDATES! Welcome to 502 S Linden in Normal, a beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 2-full-bath ranch that perfectly blends timeless 1950s character with today's modern comforts! Formerly operated as a successful Airbnb and currently serving as a long-term rental with a strong rental income history, this home offers outstanding versatility for homeowners and investors alike!

Step inside to discover inviting living spaces filled with natural light, beautiful luxury vinyl flooring throughout much of the home, and thoughtful updates that complement its original charm. The updated kitchen features refreshed cabinetry, tile, countertops, and appliances, while the comfortable family room offers a cozy fireplace and the perfect place to unwind.

Three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level. The finished lower level adds even more living and entertaining space! Featuring all-new luxury vinyl flooring in 2025, a spacious recreation area with a distinctive poured-concrete bar top, two additional generously sized bedrooms, a second full bathroom, and convenient laundry space, there's plenty of room to spread out, entertain, or accommodate guests!

MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS ADD EVEN MORE VALUE! Roof replaced approximately 2020, new water heater in 2024, and a substantial $8,500 sewer line upgrade completed in 2025! Outside, enjoy a private, partially fenced backyard offering additional space for relaxing and entertaining.

Conveniently located just minutes from Uptown Normal, Illinois State University, shopping, dining, and entertainment, this property combines location, character, functionality, and investment potential. Currently tenant-occupied as a long-term rental, this beautifully updated home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a spacious personal residence or investors looking for an established rental property. A truly unique find in the heart of Normal!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,364/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$184
Interest$1,105
Insurance$74

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

502 S Linden Street

Normal, IL 61761

Property Details

Flooring

VinylCarpetTile

Construction

Vinyl Siding

Outdoor Features

Patio

Parking

OwnedDriveway

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 502 S Linden Street is listed at $255,000 ($90/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,363 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1954, 0.19 acre lot, 2 parking spaces, Fireplace.

This property is listed by Sean Caldwell.

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Sean Caldwell

Agent at RE/MAX Rising

Listed by RE/MAX Rising · Broker phone: (309) 275-9333 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 12790875· Source: Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC· 10 days on PropertySimple

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502 S Linden Street, Normal, IL 61761

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