Central Illinois home listings for people who need a lot of living space

2023-03-16 17:52:00 By : Ms. Violet Li

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Sit back, relax and move right into this gorgeous home, inside and out . Not one detail was left out during the stages of updating. This home is nestled on a large lot with a stamped patio, pergola, spacious yard and a pickleball/basketball court. Move inside and enjoy the comfort of the many updates. Updates include: Kitchen - 2020, family room addition with half bath - 2020, stamped patio, pergola - 2020, basement - finished in 2014 with updated flooring in 2021, Furnace - 7/1/2009, AC (part of HVAC) 5/2022, Water Heater - 2009, Roof - 2022, garage doors are maintenanced yearly by Childers. The Association fee is $45 annually and includes stick pick up once a month & 3rd of July party. Don't miss out on this Beautiful home!

Stunning custom built 1.5 story, 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in desirable Tipton Trails! Open functional floor plan with an abundance of natural light. Large open eat-in kitchen with SS appliances- including double ovens, beautiful newer quartz countertops and tile backsplash. Light and bright! Two story great room with beautiful gas fireplace, hardwood flooring and custom shutters. Elegant dining room with custom wainscoting and tray ceiling. Walk in laundry room, and custom locker system. Oversized main level primary suite with high ceilings, walk in closet and a spacious spa like ensuite. Three additional bedrooms on the 2nd level and a full bathroom. Large open lower level with a built in bar area, second fire place, 5th bedroom and 3rd full bathroom and plenty of story space. Oversized 3 car garage with epoxy flooring and service door to the backyard- perfection. Fully fenced backyard and a beautifully covered patio, perfect for entertaining. Recent updates include but not limited to: new a/c 2019, kitchen countertops and backslash 2022, sump pump 2020, granite stops in all bathrooms '16, first floor painted '16, new dishwasher '18, new ceiling fans in all bedrooms '16, pergola built '17 and freshly stained '22, fully fenced yard '16, upstairs carpet '16, basement paint '16, garage floor epoxy '16. *Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.*

Custom, traditional meets contemporary ranch with well thought out layout in coveted Silver Oak Estates is now complete! NO backyard neighbors! Walk into your NEW 2023 home that features a large foyer with 4' wide staircase and natural light that shines throughout. Open concept 40' x 19' great room/dining area/kitchen with 10' ceilings that features 11' trays with hickory finished beams in great room and dining room! Walk out onto your large 25x14 covered porch and enjoy your morning cup of coffee or evening glass of wine. The family room features a Compass DLX Linear fireplace w/ lights and blower. Fireplace wall is faced with sleek 2x4 concrete tile/ hickory finished mantel and setup to hang large TV with floating shelves on each side. Oversized kitchen with Creative Kitchens cabinetry: White shaker cabinets extend to 9', some lighted glass cabinetry, 87" x 42" blue azure island with quartz countertop, wood hood w/ blue azure hood vent. This kitchen also features an oversized 6' x10' butler's pantry with cabinetry and full sink accompanied by adjustable pantry shelving. Enter your home off the garage with ease into your mudroom that features 6' lockers and 6 ft utility closet. Laundry is a breeze with large space that accommodates base cabinetry and full-sized stainless steel sink. Master bedroom/bath features: Large master 15' x 18' with trayed lighted ceiling, Master ensuite shower - 4 water features /2 shower heads/rain head/hand on rail - transom window/ 6' quartz bench seat, double sink vanity, heated floor in bathroom, toilet closet with large master closet (18' of professionally finished wall shelving) located conveniently next to laundry. Basement features 2 large bedrooms and bath with linen pantry as well as large open family room 18' x 32' and bar area 10'x 24' that includes front and rear cabinetry, quartz countertops, large bar sink with front bar that extends 10' and easily accommodate 4 barstools. This home was built 2x6 construction, zip board OSB exterior and a combination of 2" closed cell and fiberglass batt insulation for great efficiency and lower electric bills. Lenox upgraded variable speed furnace with 16 seer air-conditioner as well as AO Smith tankless/maintenance free water heater. Quality and peace of mind are of the utmost priority for Candor construction which can be seen in the attention to detail and thoughtful construction throughout this extraordinary custom home. There are so many other details than we are able to list here. Second home available next-door - contemporary style and larger plan. Unit 5 Schools, close to highways and shopping! Make this your home today!

MAJESTIC LUX FORTRESS! Set in the highly sought-after Tri-Valley School District, this palatial solid brick and limestone wrapped 5 bedroom is an indulgence of PRIVACY and RESPITE. A dense timbered lot envelops the yard and sets the scene of this Charlie Knapp custom built SMART residence. Control4 & Ecobee controls your lighting, music, tv/video, security cameras, heating and air conditioning effortlessly via your cell phone or separate control pads in the house. Even while you are away on vacation or just in town you can manage all aspects of the house without concern. It highlights a high end, culinary experience in your own kitchen that includes Viking and Sub-Zero appliances. It has a 48" range, 48" glass front refrigerator, 2.5 ovens, warming drawer, double sinks (each with disposal), all beneath a stunning tin ceiling and encased in custom cabinetry. The luxurious FIRST FLOOR MASTER WING, includes its own French door foyer, two French door walk in closets, a gilded double tray ceiling, private exit to aggregate balcony and a French door en-suite. The en suite has sweeping granite countertops, a soaring two story turret, an Aquatic jetted tub, a Grohe spa-like shower equipped with rain head, in wall jets, an additional shower spray and vertical windows that spill light into the room keeping it lit all day long. The 2 story granite floored living room has unobstructed tree lined views from the expansive windows that require no additional lighting during the day. The south facing extra wide balcony coaxes coffee drinkers out to relax and rest awhile before starting their day. The second story includes:2 generous sized bedrooms with granite topped en-suites, a massive extra bedroom (possible other office/rec/bonus area), a rich well laid out office with a second story birds eye view of the north facing formal landscaping (includes a wireless built in phone charger). The walkout includes a private theater, family room (has enough space for pool tables or any other gaming furniture), well-appointed bar covered in the luxurious semi-precious stone - Blue and Gold Flash Labradorite, a mirrored clad exercise room with a view that inspires activity, a unique wine cellar and yet another master bedroom ensuite with granite counters (could serve as an in-law suite) and a separate exit to the outdoor patio completes the inside of the home. The dual entrance aggregate drive showcases the yard filled of mature flowering trees and shrubs splashing color across the seasons (Maple, Crabapple, Red Bud, Burning Bush, Hydrangea, Rhododendron, Roses etc.). It has a professional formal landscape adorned with perennials that extend a riot of color all year long (Stella De Oro Daylilies, Brown-Eyed Susans, Astilbe, Lavendar & Sedum, etc). Lastly, it utilizes a whole house and yard filtration system with reverse osmosis drinking water and an 8 zone irrigation system, plus 2 year old home generator. Be sure to view the amazing virtual tour- link provided.

Built in 1897 & the Winner of the 2001 Old House Society Historical Home Award! Character, Charm & Quality radiate in every sq ft of this 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath gem! Located in Bloomington's coveted Elmo neighborhood across from Bloomington Country Club on a HUGE fenced lot! Stunning outdoor living area- an entertainer's dream with a gorgeous enclosed courtyard that flows from the sprawling front porch and offers a deck with pergola, patio and even a natural gas line run for a grill! The yard is an oasis with lush professional landscaping, plenty of green space and a beautiful koi pond with granite water spill bowls! The home itself, as noted, is award winning... and rightfully so! With beamed ceilings, french doors, refinished hardwood floors, period millwork, double pane windows, built-ins GALORE and all the charm and character one would hope to find in a home of this magnitude! The Chef's Kitchen is spacious and offers a built-in booth with custom table, Corian counters, Prairie Woodwork Amish Hickory cabinets with all the bells and whistles (pull-out shelving, cutting boards, a HUGE pantry cabinet & more)! The kitchen also has glass backsplash, tile flooring, a cabinet faced sub-zero fridge, two dishwashers, two ovens, a desk & a gas range cooktop. The main level is also home to the Front Family Room with a lovely working fireplace, a Living Room with a so many windows that it feels like a sunroom, a Formal Dining with a built in wood hutch and a sunken Den with a soaring ceiling and a fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Dual staircases lead to the second floor, which is home to 4 bedrooms and a full bath with a jetted tub. The THIRD floor is the amazing Master Suite featuring a full bath with tiled shower and skylight, dual walk-in closets and window seats! Oversized 2-car garage and brick driveway with room for 3 cars. SOME of the many recent updates include: Roof 2018. 3rd Floor Bath Remodel 2019. Deck & Courtyard Remodel & Fence 2020. 3rd Floor Bathroom Remodel 2019. A must see home in a PRIME LOCATION that is priced to sell!

Welcome to this stunning 4 bedroom home with a plethora of updates! As you step inside, you'll be greeted by an open and airy living space perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying quality time with family. The brand new updated kitchen features commercial-grade appliances, beautiful countertops, and ample cabinet space, making meal prep a breeze. With 4 generously sized bedrooms, there's plenty of room for everyone in the family to have their own space. The updated bathrooms offer a spa-like retreat, complete with modern fixtures and finishes. The large fenced backyard is perfect for outdoor entertaining or simply relaxing in the sun. The updates to this home are sure to impress, including new flooring throughout, fresh paint throughout entire home, new blinds, completely remodeled kitchen, updated fireplace mantel, bathroom remodels and so much more. Located in a highly desirable neighborhood, this home is just minutes away from shopping, dining, and entertainment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make this beautifully updated four-bedroom home yours! Roof 2014.

WOW! Check out this custom built, simply stunning home on Stonebrook that features 6 bedrooms and 6.5 baths! First floor space includes an elegant-inviting entryway, 10ft ceilings, hardwood floors with modern lighting and color selections. The gourmet kitchen features lovely white cabinetry, beautiful trim, large center island with built in sink, marble counter tops, pantry space plus a separate large butlers pantry and stainless steel appliances. Eat-in space. Formal elegant dinning room for entertaining guests. Cozy family room with wood burning fireplace. A flex space that is currently used as an in-home office. Guest bedroom/in-law suite with full bath. Additional guest half bath. Dropzone with built-ins off garage. Part of the third bay was converted into heated and cooled gym space with sauna! Must see! On the second floor find 9' ceilings, hardwood floors and a on-suite bathroom for EVERY bedroom! The large master bedroom suite features separate entrances to his/her bathrooms which each feature their own vanity, toilet and closet with a huge shared tiled shower. Three additional nicely sized bedrooms. Laundry service on this floor. Basement recently finished in 2020- now complete with huge family room, 6th bedroom, and full bath. Alarm system, irrigation system, and wired for whole house audio. 2 HVAC systems. Whole house generator. Huge fenced yard with covered patio and large separate patio for enjoying time with friends and family.

Immaculate and move in ready 1.5 story house in Tri-Valley School District. Main floor features a gorgeous two story family room with lots of windows to enjoy beautifu daylight and No backyard neighbors; a gourmet eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, a center island with eating bar, pantry, custom hood over range, upgraded appliances and lots of cabinets; a formal dining room or flex room, a nice size First floor Master suite with his and hers vanities, tiled surround shower, whirlpool tub and walk in closet. First floor laundry. Large bedrooms on second floor all with walk-in closets; zoned heating and cooling. Lots of hardwood floors. Finished basement with a bedroom, a full bath and nice family room with a wet bar. Professionally landscaped and ready to move into!

Pristine 1.5 story home in desirable Royal Links Subdivision. Four bedrooms (loft could easily be 5th bedroom), 3.5 bathrooms. Open and functional floor plan filled with an abundance of natural light. Large eat in kitchen with custom Amish cabinets, upgraded GE Advantium appliance (w/ a convection), granite countertops, tile backsplash, and a walk in pantry. Two story family room with wood flooring, a gas fireplace and floor to ceiling windows. Classic dining room (currently being used as an office), updated powder room, and a walk in main level laundry room with built in locker system and its own side entry. First floor primary suit is elegant and spacious. Trey ceiling, walk in closet, and the most amazing spa like primary bathroom- enormous tiled shower with glass door, jetted tub, custom cabinets... stunning! Second level has an open loft area that looks over the great room (could easily be made into an additional bedroom), two large bedrooms and one full bathroom. Full finished basement with oversized family room, custom bar area, and fireplace. Additional 4th bedroom and full bathroom. Perfectly planned out (19x18 ish) craft room, with laminate wood flooring, a walk in closet and tons of space- The craft room can easily be converted to a theater room- the wiring is already there! Corner lot, with pergola over the patio (wood slates can be added and removed for desired privacy), raised garden beds and two peach trees. Home features a 3 zone HVAC, whole house surge protector, roughed in central vac, a natural gas line to patio and so much. Radon mitigation system installed. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Gorgeous 1.5 Story home in Hawthorne Hills on a half acre corner lot! This home has undergone an extensive remodel on the main level with tons of attention to detail that you will love! Designed by Creative Kitchens, it offers Kemp custom cabinets with quartz countertops, 36" Italian Hallman Range with external venting hood, deep stainless steel sink with all new fixtures, lighting, a HUGE island with tons of seating as well as a baking and beverage center with wood veneer countertop. In addition to all of the in cabinet storage, there is also an additional walk in pantry offering more storage and prep space! Luxury Vinyl flooring runs from the entry thru the Kitchen, Dining room and out thru the Laundry, Drop Zone and friends & family entrance. Off the kitchen the bright Living room with wall of glass doors provides plenty of room with a cozy feel thanks to the wood burning fireplace and built-ins. French doors lead to a very large Den/Home office that also has the potential to be used as a 5th bedroom. The Primary suite is located on the other side of the home and offers an ensuite bath with custom tile shower and dual sink vanities. In addition, the primary closet/dressing room features pergo floors, a unique curved wall and custom closet organizers. 3 additional bedrooms upstairs and full bath with dual sinks and make up area. The basement includes two cozy nooks for hanging out, a HUGE 22x33ft rec room with endless potential, a home gym area and another large area for storage, projects, and more. Out back, the professionally landscaped yard includes a large paver patio with seating walls. While a good portion of the half acre yard is fenced, the yard extends slightly beyond the fence to the rear AND approximately an additional 40 feet from the fence line to the north providing an additional entertaining/play area. Across the street is direct access via a sidewalk to the Hawthorne Hills Homeowners park with roughly 5 acres of green space consisting of a walking trail, pavilion area, playground, neighborhood dock on the neighborhood lake and 3 tennis courts! Additional updates provide any buyer with peace of mind including the Roof 2018, HVAC 2021, Windows 2018-2020, Culligan reverse osmosis system provides RO water to beverage center, refrigerator and main kitchen sink.

Rare opportunity to own this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom New England-esque home in coveted Tri-Valley school district! This secluded gem sets amid a 1.8 acre lot surrounded by natural timber. Conveniently located off US 150, you'll be amazed to realize this peaceful location is only minutes away from Bloomington. With natural scenery in every direction, you can enjoy your morning coffee in the eat-in kitchen with the warmth of your hearth room wood burning fireplace or an iced tea on the elevated screen porch, taking in the gorgeous lake views, which are spectacular in any season! Relax by the central fireplace in the stunning two-story great room with 100 year old reclaimed barn wood flooring, which extends to the first floor primary bedroom. Host your friends in the perfect area for entertaining, the lower level family room with custom-built boat bar, third wood burning fireplace and walk out patio. Don't miss out on this unique find with all of the benefits of both suburban and country living!

This unique, custom, contemporary ranch in coveted Silver Oak Estates is now complete! From the grand, clean lined windows, large open concept kitchen/dining/great room with 10' ceilings to the 55" custom designed linear fireplace, this home is one of a kind. The walnut kitchen island with waterfall quartz countertop will be a great place to entertain and designed to be extra stunning with custom walnut floating shelves, black SS appliances and a butlers pantry with sink to keep a clean and uncluttered look to your living space. When you're ready to relax head to the primary suite that includes a walk-in closet spacious enough for the best of shoppers, one of a kind 6'x8' zero entry shower with a rain head, hand held shower head and a beautiful hand made teak bench plus a large double vanity for all your storage needs. Fantastic finished basement with all of the details including 9' ceiling, wet bar and defined entertainment space plus a comfortable office space. Enjoy time outside with family and friends on one of the largest new construction lots available in town. You will find a comfortable 12'x8' covered porch and for now, and open view with no homes behind you. All of these details are not just for show. From top to bottom this home was built with quality and energy efficiency in mind. Including 2x6 construction, zip board OSB exterior and a combination of 2" closed cell and fiberglass batt insulation for great efficiency and lower electric bills. Quality and peace of mind are of the utmost priority for Candor construction which can be seen in the attention to detail and thoughtful construction throughout this extraordinary custom home. There are so many other details than we are able to list here. Second slightly smaller similar plan on next door.

*** New Construction *** .This 2023 year built, move-in ready, south facing two story house offers a well designed efficient floor plan that includes first floor master and 3 bedrooms on second floor, three bathrooms, first floor laundry and three car garage. Walking through the main entrance/foyer has a flex room and enters into a family room with a 13 feet high ceiling that overlooks a beautiful backyard view. The modern and functional kitchen features a shaker style cabinets, Quartz countertops, an over-sized island, huge walk-in pantry and black stainless-steel appliances. Finally, the impressive spa-like master suite is privately tucked away for you to relax. It includes a master bathroom with a shower, a double-bowl vanity that leads into an enormous walk-in closet. In the unfinished basement there is plumbing roughed in for a full bath and approximately 1,550 square feet area that is ready to be finished. Some other included features, 9' ft first floor ceilings, Luxury waterproof laminate plank flooring in living, quartz vanity tops in bathrooms. Close to district 5 schools, Interstate, entertainment and Shopping.

If you are looking for size, space & style look no further than this sprawling 6 BED NEW CONSTRUCTION home nestled in one of our area's premier neighborhoods, Silver Oaks! Smartly designed 1.5 story is nearing completion but still offers many seller-provided upgrades to truly customize this space and make it your own! An inviting grand foyer and open staircase will greet your guests at the door for a welcoming first impression, guiding you to the formal dining room perfectly sized for entertaining. The main floor also features a primary master suite with 10' tray ceiling, lush carpet and a grand spa-like private bath and closet both appointed with soaring 12' ceilings! Primary suite features custom tile shower, wall of windows and double vanity for plenty of room to breathe. Enormous walk-in closet waiting for the closet system of your dreams (seller allowance provided)! The grand two-story great room features gorgeous slate gas fireplace with floating mantle surrounded by quality Quaker double-pane picture windows from floor to ceiling. Half bath and main floor laundry/mudroom with additional storage and custom built-ins add convenience. Well appointed eat-in kitchen with island and double wide pantry finished with fresh white cabinets and crown, herringbone tile backsplash and gorgeous quartz counters for lasting durability. Stainless LG appliance suite includes microwave, dishwasher and range plus an additional seller allowance to select the refrigerator of your choice. Upstairs, you'll find three carpeted and perfectly sized bedrooms including spacious closets and white shaker style entry doors, a tiled full bath includes double sink vanity plus tub/shower combo. Head to the lower level and enjoy a second spacious family room (fully finished with full egress for natural light) plus two additional bedrooms and another full bath (perfect for in-laws and guests). Thoughtfully placed wet bar rough-in ready to finish and recessed nook for the perfect home theater area plus room for fitness, an office and additional storage make this lower level a functional and fabulous part of this special home! Outside, a generously sized, deep lot features poured cement slab plus plenty of room for upgrades (seller allowance for sod and landscaping). Come make this home your own and see all that Silver Oaks has to offer.

Architect Designed - one-of-a-kind luxury home in Fleetwood Subdivision. Great location - solid character - comfortable living. Front courtyard welcomes you to this 3 story home. (including walkout lower level). 7 Pella slider doors and 2 story windows off living room overlooking private breathtaking backyard featuring multi patios, pergola, waterfall pond, beautiful trees and plantings. No backyard neighbors. Backs to Ewing Castle Park. Custom walnut walls featured throughout home. Entertaining kitchen with large island and Jenn-Air double ovens and Jenn Air Gas Stove. Kitchen, family room, dining room and foyer flooring is grouted Congoleum DuraCeramic tile. Custom cabinets built-in. Pantry is in dining room convenient off kitchen. Family room featuring gas fireplace, custom desk with shelving and access to 15X11 three season porch. Formal 2 story living room with a wall of floor to ceiling windows, this room is perfect for the baby grand piano. Master en-suite with deck access, sitting area, updated heated floor bath, professionally designed organizer walk-in closet. A second floor library with wood-burning fireplace and wall of built-ins. Walk out lower level features a family room with fireplace (wood burning never used... wet bar and rear yard access, updated full bath, bedroom, game room with Murphy pull-down bed, large utility room with sink and 1st and 2nd floor laundry chute, and ample storage. 4 car garage (tandem). Back yard irrigation system. This home has so much to offer ...come see for yourself. Budget billing for NiCor Gas for 2023 is $160/mo...Ameren for 2023 is $229/mo

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