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Last sold for $117,500 on Sep 6, 2024

701 E EMPIRE ST

BLOOMINGTON, IL 61701
2
Baths
2,321 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$117,500 · Sep 6, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,930 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$49,948 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,341
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,607
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,948
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$149,844

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
46
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMcLean
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 30 ft²Greenhouse

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Bloomington Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Bloomington High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Bent Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi

District: Bloomington School District 87

Neighborhood · ZIP 61701These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,680
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,141 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,363
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,445
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

701 E Empire St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Bloomington 61701
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Bloomington 61701
  • Older than 89% of homes in McLean County

How it measures up in Bloomington 61701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bloomington 61701.

Living area2,321 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,410 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 701 E Empire St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBloomington 61701McLean County
Living areabigger than2,321 ft²87% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac85% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than191520% of homes11% of homes

About 701 E Empire St

When did 701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL last sell?

701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL last sold on Sep 6, 2024 for $117,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL?

701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL has 2 bathrooms, 2,321 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL built?

701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL?

701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL is assigned to Bloomington Junior High School (middle), rated D; Bloomington High School (high), rated D+; Bent Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Bloomington School District 87. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL compare to other homes in Bloomington 61701?

Among the 11,009 homes in Bloomington 61701, it is bigger than 87% of them (2,321 ft² against a typical 1,410 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1915 against a typical 1925). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 701 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL was $3,930. The county assessed it at $49,948.

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