Nestled in Bloomington's Premier neighborhood, Elm Heights, stands a historic gem at 720 S Park Ave. This charming 1930s cottage is a few blocks from campus and just two blocks from Bryan Park. While many classic details have been preserved, the home has undergone significant updates and an architecturally designed addition, elevating it far beyond modern standards. The home boasts three spacious bedrooms, two retro bathrooms, and a custom kitchen. A den and a lower-level family room add to its inviting ambiance. Noteworthy cabinet builder/designer and author Nancy Hiller, not only designed but also crafted the custom built the kitchen cabinets. She also featured the home in her book, A Home of Her Own. Fireplace is not usable. Pet fee is $200 + $20/pet/mo 25lbs. Owner is not willing to lease to undergraduate students.
House for rent
$2,600/mo
720 S Park Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401
3beds
1,438sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Singlefamily
Available now
-- Pets
Central air
In unit laundry
-- Parking
Natural gas, forced air, fireplace
What's special
Lower-level family roomThree spacious bedroomsPremier neighborhoodCustom kitchenTwo retro bathrooms
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,438 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Architecture Style: Bungalow, City/Town/Suburb, Heating system: Forced Air, Heating: Gas, Level, Living Room, Lot Features: Level, City/Town/Suburb, Near College Campus, Near College Campus
Details
- Parcel number: 530804111003000009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: SingleFamily
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bloomington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2025 | Price change | $2,600-7.1%$2/sqft |
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| 7/18/2025 | Price change | $2,800-17.6%$2/sqft |
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| 4/7/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,400$2/sqft |
Source: IRMLS #202511644 | ||
