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Location

505 E Locust St #A, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA|Near East Side

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Contact

Central Illinois Property Management Group

(844) 335-6287 ext. 7067

Property Overview

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Things you’ll love

  • Images available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Amenities for 505 E Locust St #A, Near East Side

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Ceiling FanHardwood Floor
MirrorsPantry
Shared BalconyVintage
Vinyl FloorsWindow Coverings

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundrySmoke-free

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 505 E Locust St #A

HomeApartments in BloomingtonNear East Side 505 E Locust St #A, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA

Spacious 1 Bedroom Apartment | Heat & A/C | Water Included | Available Now 505 E. Locust Street – Unit A Bloomington, IL 61701 Enjoy this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment conveniently located near downtown Bloomington, shopping, restaurants, and public transportation. Offering approximately 700 square feet of living space, this apartment features a large kitchen, mini-split heating and air conditioning, and water and trash service included in the rent. Property Features Approximately 700 Square Feet 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Large Kitchen with Ample Cabinet Storage Mini-Split Heating & Air Conditioning Refrigerator Included Stove/Oven Included Coin-Operated Laundry On Site Water & Trash Included Off-Street Parking Available Non-Smoking Property Tenant Responsibilities Electric Gas Internet/Cable Pet Policy Pets are welcome with: $30/month pet rent $250 non-refundable pet fee per pet Rental Details Rent: $795/month Security Deposit: $795 Available: Immediately Application Fee: $40 per applicant (18 years or older) Minimum Qualifications Gross monthly household income of at least 2.5 times the monthly rent Minimum credit score of 600 No recent evictions or outstanding landlord balances Employment and rental history verification required Criminal background screening performed in accordance with applicable laws and Equal Housing Opportunity requirements Convenient Location Minutes from downtown Bloomington Close to restaurants, shopping, and parks Easy access to public transportation Short drive to Illinois State University and Illinois Wesleyan University Schedule a Self-Guided Tour To schedule a showing or submit an application, please visit www cipmg com or contact us: Central Illinois Property Management Group (309) 431-1601 **** Equal Housing Opportunity Apartment Close to Illinois Wesleyan University


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 505 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Address details

NeighborhoodNear East Side
Zip code61701
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Near East Side

1-bedroom apartments at 505 E Locust St #A cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Bloomington.

Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Near East Side
Bloomington
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Bloomington
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$825
August 2024$830
September 2024$862
October 2024$875
November 2024$867
December 2024$899
January 2025$906
February 2025$933
March 2025$921
April 2025$885
May 2025$896
June 2025$925
July 2025$897
August 2025$896
September 2025$901
October 2025$912
November 2025$938
December 2025$936
January 2026$899
February 2026$898
March 2026$948
April 2026$942
May 2026$945
June 2026$957
July 2026$950
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Near East Side
MonthMedian Rent
June 2025$800
July 2025$795
September 2025$845

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 505 E Locust St #A?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $795.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 505 E Locust St, Bloomington, IL.
9 months ago$6501 bed1 bath
3 years ago$500Studio1 bath
3 years ago$500Studio1 bath
3 years ago$500Studio1 bath
3 years ago$6002 bed1 bath
3 years ago$6002 bed1 bath
5 years ago$4001 bed1 bath
5 years ago$4001 bed1 bath
6 years ago$3991 bed1 bath

Schools near 505 E Locust St #A

Scott Early Learning Center

1119 e taylor st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Sheridan Elementary School

1403 w walnut st

bloomington, IL, 61701

K-5Public
C

Sarah E. Raymond School of Early Education

1402 w olive st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Thomas Metcalf School

isu campus box 7000

normal, IL, 61790

PK, K-8Public
A+

Congerville Elementary School

310 e kauffman st

congerville, IL, 61729

K-4Public
A
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Getting around Bloomington near 505 E Locust St #A

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 505 E Locust St #A, Bloomington

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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Other units at this address

505 E Locust St Bloomington, IL

Occupied

D

Studio

1 Bath

$350

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 3414
Updated Studio Apartment! - Newly Updated Studio, 1-Bath Apartment Basement Unit New Flooring Throughout Gas and Water Paid!

Occupied

C

1 Bed

1 Bath

$399

Listed by Dowd Properties
Days on market: 2418
309-807-3355 office/text 309-244-4460 automated system texts info to your phone www DowdPro com Features: 1 BR lower unit apartment Available 10/25 Laminate wood flooring Washer/Dryer provided on site Off street parking Gas/Water/Trash paid by owner Tenant only pays electric Pets allowed for an additional $1/day. No smoking Security Deposit= $450 The application fee is $30 and covers a nationwide criminal background check, credit check, and employment verification. Our minimum requirements are: 1. No felony arrests, however, our policy will take into consideration what the crime was and when it happened. No acts of violence arrests in last 7 years. No drug manufacturing, delivery or sex related convictions of any kind. 2. Credit report: Minimum 580 credit score, no history of late payments, liens, judgments, collections, evictions, foreclosures (or bankruptcies: last 7 years). 3. Current employment and make at least 2.5 times the monthly rent in income. Minimum income for this unit is $1,,000/month.

Occupied

1 Bed, 1 Bath

1 Bed

1 Bath

$700

Listed by Account Contact
Days on market: 664
$700- Efficiency Unit Tenant only pays electric Refrigerator, Stove/Oven, Heat Pump/AC provided Vinyl floors. Off street parking. Shared yard. Coin Laundry onsite. Pets allowed for an additional $30/month Non-Smoking. Gas, Water & Trash Provided Parks, Schools, and Churches nearby. Section 8 friendly Contact **** or 309-431-1601 to schedule a showing. The application fee is $35 and covers a nationwide criminal background check, credit check, and employment verification. Our minimum requirements are: 1. No felony arrests, however, our policy will take into consideration what the crime was and when it happened. No acts of violence arrests in last 7 years. No drug or sex related convictions of any kind. 2. Credit report: Minimum 580 credit score, no history of evictions, late payments, liens, judgments, collections, or foreclosures, or (bankruptcies last 7 years). 3. Current employment and make at least 3 times the monthly rent in income. Minimum income for this apartment is $2,100/month.

Occupied

B

2 Beds

1 Bath

$499

Listed by Dowd Properties
Days on market: 2464
309-807-3355 office/text 309-244-4460 automated system texts info to your phone www DowdPro com Features: 2nd floor 2BR, 1 Bath available 10/25 All hardwood floors Private back porch Window A/C Coin op Washer/Dryer in building Tenant pays Electric Only Gas/Water/Trash paid by owner Pets allowed for an additional $1/day ($30/month) No smoking Reserve account = $550 The application fee is $30 and covers a nationwide criminal background check, credit check, and employment verification. Our minimum requirements are: 1. No felony arrests, however, our policy will take into consideration what the crime was and when it happened. No acts of violence arrests in last 7 years. No drug manufacturing, delivery or sex related convictions of any kind. 2. Credit report: Minimum 580 credit score, no history of late payments, liens, judgments, collections, evictions, foreclosures (or bankruptcies: last 7 years). 3. Current employment and make at least 2.5 times the monthly rent in income. Minimum income for this unit is $1,250/month.

Occupied

2 Beds, 1 Bath

2 Beds

1 Bath

$550

Listed by Dowd Properties
Days on market: 2874
309-807-3355 office/text 309-244-4460 automated system texts info to your phone www DowdPro com Features: 2nd floor 2BR, 1 Bath now available All hardwood floors Private back porch Window A/C Coin op Washer/Dryer in building Tenant pays Electric Only Gas/Water/Trash paid by owner Pets allowed for an additional $1/day ($30/month) No smoking The application fee is $30 and covers a nationwide criminal background check, credit check, and employment verification. Our minimum requirements are: 1. No felony arrests, however, our policy will take into consideration what the crime was and when it happened. No acts of violence arrests in last 7 years. No drug manufacturing, delivery or sex related convictions of any kind. 2. Credit report: Minimum 580 credit score, no history of late payments, liens, judgments, collections, evictions, foreclosures (or bankruptcies: last 7 years). 3. Current employment and make at least 2.5 times the monthly rent in income. Minimum income for this unit is $1,375/month.

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