5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Snow removal
- Finished basement
- Spacious upstairs bedrooms
- Large living room
- No smoking
- Formal dining room
Location
717 Hester Ave #NA, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Property Overview
With a finished basement, spacious upstairs bedrooms, a large living room, and a formal dining room, the home offers comfortable indoor space, while snow removal and a no-smoking policy add convenience. Nearby grocery options, 15 photos, strong value per square foot, and access to restaurants, cultural venues, walking areas, fitness amenities, and pet-related services make it appealing for an active, well-rounded lifestyle.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Wellness
Social life
Amenities for 717 Hester Ave #NA
Features
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Deck | Finished Basement Bonus Room |
| Formal Dining Room | Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center | Onsite Laundry |
| Walk-Up Attic |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Garage Parking |
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
| Three Car Garage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 717 Hester Ave #NA
Beautiful all-brick two-story single-family home located on a quiet tree-lined corner lot in one of Normal’s most desirable and walkable neighborhoods. This spacious home offers a rare combination of character, storage, and location, just minutes from Uptown Normal, major employers, and institutions including Illinois State University, Illinois Wesleyan University, and Carle BroMenn Medical Center. ________________________________________ Location & Lifestyle Central Normal location near Uptown, BroMenn, ISU, IWU, and major employers Quiet tree-lined residential corner lot Short walk (~0.3 miles) to Constitution Trail access Convenient access to Bloomington–Normal employment centers and amenities ________________________________________ Interior Features 3 spacious upstairs bedrooms 2 full bathrooms (including large double-vanity bath) Bright sunroom / den with natural light Formal dining room and large living room Finished basement with bonus room, full bath, laundry, and storage Walk-up attic offering additional storage space Ceiling fans in living room, sunroom, and all bedrooms Full-size washer & dryer included ________________________________________ Kitchen Refrigerator Range / oven Dishwasher Over-the-range microwave Classic galley-style layout with functional workspace ________________________________________ Exterior & Parking Detached 3-car garage with built-in workbench and storage Deck, patio, and mature landscaping Backyard with partial 4' wood picket fencing Custom storage shed ________________________________________ Lease Terms Tenant responsible for utilities. Pets considered on a case-by-case basis with applicable pet fee. No smoking permitted inside the home or garage/shed. This is a single-family home intended for occupancy by a single household (such as a couple or family). The property is not configured or intended for shared roommate-style living arrangements. Credit, background, and income verification required. Qualified applicants will complete standard screening prior to scheduling a showing. Qualified applicants will complete standard screening prior to scheduling a showing. Showings by appointment only. Available: Aug. 1 / Early August / Sept. 1 Rent: $2,625/month Security Deposit: One month's rent Single Family Home, Tenant Pays All Utilities and Responsible for Mowing/General Lawn Care and Snow Removal
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 717 Hester Ave #NA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 904 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Address details
| Zip code | 61761 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Normal
3-bedroom apartments at 717 Hester Ave #NA cost about 36% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Normal.
Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Normal
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,895 |
| August 2024 | $1,771 |
| September 2024 | $1,747 |
| October 2024 | $1,780 |
| November 2024 | $1,807 |
| December 2024 | $1,777 |
| January 2025 | $1,886 |
| February 2025 | $2,091 |
| March 2025 | $2,085 |
| April 2025 | $1,966 |
| May 2025 | $2,045 |
| June 2025 | $1,855 |
| July 2025 | $1,754 |
| August 2025 | $1,864 |
| September 2025 | $1,889 |
| October 2025 | $1,868 |
| November 2025 | $2,029 |
| December 2025 | $1,731 |
| January 2026 | $2,223 |
| February 2026 | $1,989 |
| March 2026 | $1,799 |
| April 2026 | $2,005 |
| May 2026 | $2,189 |
| June 2026 | $1,975 |
| July 2026 | $1,925 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $2,750 |
Schools near 717 Hester Ave #NA
Glenn Elementary School
306 glenn ave
normal, IL, 61761
K-5Public
B+
Thomas Metcalf School
isu campus box 7000
normal, IL, 61790
PK, K-8Public
A+
Scott Early Learning Center
1119 e taylor st
bloomington, IL, 61701
PKPublic
Brigham Elementary School
201 brigham school rd
bloomington, IL, 61704
PKPublic
Congerville Elementary School
310 e kauffman st
congerville, IL, 61729
K-4Public
A
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Neighborhood
Getting around Normal near 717 Hester Ave #NA
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 717 Hester Ave #NA, Normal
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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