Historic charm meets modern comfort! This spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath home, built in 1919, sits on two lots along West University Ave in Champaign with a yard that feels like your own private park complete with raised garden beds waiting for your special touch. Featuring a first floor primary suite that is a true retreat, expansive in size with dual closets and an en-suite bath. Hardwood floors, a cozy dining room fireplace, a finished basement with full bath, and a 720 sq. ft. garage plus covered patio. This home is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen has a bonus pantry doubling as extra storage and even includes laundry hookups for added convenience All windows have been replaced with Pella windows for style and efficiency. Beautifully landscaped. A rare blend of history, updates, and space-this is the one you've been waiting for! 2nd floor Roof-5 yrs old.
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$385,000
1508 W University Ave, Champaign, IL 61821
4beds
2,225sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
0.4 Acres Lot
$358,700 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$2,489 Estimated rent
Home value
$358,700
$341,000 - $377,000
$2,489/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 02, 2025 at 01:37am
Listing courtesy of:
Jeffrey Finke 217-493-0094,
Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
Bought with:
Jeffrey Finke
Coldwell Banker R.E. Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12410295
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 392 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Unfinished,Crawl Space,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,010
- Total interior livable area: 2,225 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 580
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.40 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 X 147.7
Details
- Additional parcels included: 412011332015
- Parcel number: 412011332016
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1919
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Champaign
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2025 | Sold | $385,000+10%$173/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410295 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2025 | Contingent | $350,000$157/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410295 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $350,000+57.3%$157/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410295 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2019 | Sold | $222,500-5.3%$100/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10314573 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2019 | Pending sale | $235,000$106/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker The Real Estate Group #10314573 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,719 +6.9% | $94,510 +9.8% |
| 2023 | $7,221 +7% | $86,070 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $6,750 +2.6% | $79,400 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61821
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Dr Howard Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Franklin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Central High School
- District: 4
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Champaign County
- Champaign
- 61821
- 1508 W University Ave