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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious closets
  • Completely remodeled
  • Washer and dryer
  • Large kitchen
  • Ample parking
  • Modern comfort

Location

817 E Jefferson St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA|Near East Side
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Property Overview

817 Jefferson presents an impressive overall rating of 8.3 from Zumper, supported by outstanding scores in price, amenities, and location, each rated 9 out of 10. The property features spacious closets, a completely remodeled large kitchen, and ample parking while ensuring transparency and trust with an 8 out of 10 trustworthiness rating. Ideal for various lifestyles, it offers pet-friendly facilities, work-from-home amenities, vibrant social life options, and access to fitness and wellness opportunities within close proximity.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 817 Jefferson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 817 Jefferson has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath950 sqftIAddress: 817 E. Jefferson St. (Upper Unit) City: Bloomington Rent: $1095.00 + one month deposit. Tenant pays all utilities (gas, electric, and water) Free Internet Access!! Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Full Description: Looking for modern comfort? This completely remodeled spacious two bedroom second story unit on East Jefferson is just a block from the historic district and a one-of-a-kind find in Bloomington. All new stainless steel appliances (including a dishwasher), incredible zebra countertop, stainless steel backsplash, and motion sensor undermounted lights make this a chef's dream. The kitchen is large enough for a family table, and the new charcoal gray flooring is continuous throughout the apartment. The front living room is very large and features a modern wallpaper print that matches the jewel-toned doors throughout. The unit also has new energy efficient windows. The bathroom is completely new: floating silver vanity, vanity mirror with make-up lights, high efficiency toilet, and a shower surround with subway tiles and a decorative black and mirror accent make this bathroom high tech and comfortable. The vent even has a speaker and syncs with your cell phone so that you can play music as you get ready for work. The two bedrooms are large and have silver carpet just installed and spacious closets, and the back bedroom has brand new washer and dryer right there in the room -- your laundry cannot be more convenient than that! Matching chandelier lighting throughout. Private parking is in the back, but there is also ample parking on the brick front street. Available: March 5, 2026 . We can start the lease on this week if you're ready! Community Features: One street north of Washington St. and the new Green Top Grocery! All pets welcome. Small grassy area is behind the building.

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Amenities for 817 Jefferson

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
In-Unit LaundryRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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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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Building details

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About 817 Jefferson

HomeApartments in BloomingtonNear East Side 817 Jefferson

IAddress: 817 E. Jefferson St. (Upper Unit) City: Bloomington Rent: $1095.00 + one month deposit. Tenant pays all utilities (gas, electric, and water) Free Internet Access!! Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Full Description: Looking for modern comfort? This completely remodeled spacious two bedroom second story unit on East Jefferson is just a block from the historic district and a one-of-a-kind find in Bloomington. All new stainless steel appliances (including a dishwasher), incredible zebra countertop, stainless steel backsplash, and motion sensor undermounted lights make this a chef's dream. The kitchen is large enough for a family table, and the new charcoal gray flooring is continuous throughout the apartment. The front living room is very large and features a modern wallpaper print that matches the jewel-toned doors throughout. The unit also has new energy efficient windows. The bathroom is completely new: floating silver vanity, vanity mirror with make-up lights, high efficiency toilet, and a shower surround with subway tiles and a decorative black and mirror accent make this bathroom high tech and comfortable. The vent even has a speaker and syncs with your cell phone so that you can play music as you get ready for work. The two bedrooms are large and have silver carpet just installed and spacious closets, and the back bedroom has brand new washer and dryer right there in the room -- your laundry cannot be more convenient than that! Matching chandelier lighting throughout. Private parking is in the back, but there is also ample parking on the brick front street. Available: March 5, 2026 . We can start the lease on this week if you're ready! Community Features: One street north of Washington St. and the new Green Top Grocery! All pets welcome. Small grassy area is behind the building.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 817 Jefferson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 817 Jefferson has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 817 Jefferson
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
817 Jefferson stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
817 Jefferson goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 817 Jefferson receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
817 Jefferson is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 817 Jefferson does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

817 Jefferson is great for:

Social life

  • 63 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 25 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 58 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 18 local event hubs within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • 8 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile
  • 1 internet service provider option nearby

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 817 Jefferson compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 84 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Near East Side

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Near East Side
Bloomington
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Bloomington
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$850
April 2024$825
May 2024$838
June 2024$836
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$949
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Near East Side
MonthMedian Rent
June 2025$800
July 2025$795
September 2025$845

Schools near 817 Jefferson

Scott Early Learning Center

1119 e taylor st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Washington Elementary School

1201 e washington st

bloomington, IL, 61701

K-5Public
B

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 817 E Jefferson St

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

5/10
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 817 E Jefferson St, Bloomington

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

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

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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