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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Central air conditioning and heat
  • In-unit washer/dryer hook-ups
  • Pet-friendly
  • Functional eat-in kitchen

Location

1517 Woods Ave, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Management

Young America Realty, Inc

Leasing office

(309) 454-2338

Property Overview

1517 Woods Ave is rated highly overall, with strong marks for value, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It offers spacious bedrooms, central air and heat, in-unit washer/dryer hook-ups, a functional eat-in kitchen, and pet-friendly living, along with nearby pet services and a competitive price point.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1517 Woods Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1517 Woods Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2/1.52 bed1.5 bath1,100 sqft$1,125 /mo1 unit availableDiscover the perfect living space in this inviting two-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom townhome at 1517 Woods Avenue! The smart design features a convenient half-bath on the main floor and two spacious bedrooms upstairs. The functional eat-in kitchen comes equipped with a dishwasher, refrigerator, and stove/oven, making daily routines easy. Enjoy a comfortable and well-proportioned living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. This townhome offers fantastic features that elevate your lifestyle! You'll benefit from a valuable partially finished basement, providing extra space for storage or a flexible recreation area. Enjoy year-round comfort with central air conditioning and heat, and the unbeatable convenience of in-unit washer/dryer hook-ups. Plus, we make things simple by including garbage removal in your lease! Location is key, and this property is ideally situated within the highly-regarded Unit 5 School District and is moments away from local shopping, dining, and parks. Best of all, this community is pet-friendly, welcoming both cats and dogs (large and small)! Don't miss out on this blend of space, comfort, and prime location. Contact us today to schedule your tour of 1517 Woods Avenue! Please note: Photos and floorplans may vary between units. Furnishings shown are for staging purposes only and may not reflect what is included with the unit.

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Amenities for 1517 Woods Ave

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air Conditioning
Town Home

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven
Washer/Dryer Hookup in Unit

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Neighborhood

Unit 5 School District

Other

Garbage Removal
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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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 1517 Woods Ave

HomeApartments in Normal 1517 Woods Ave

Discover the perfect living space in this inviting two-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom townhome at 1517 Woods Avenue! The smart design features a convenient half-bath on the main floor and two spacious bedrooms upstairs. The functional eat-in kitchen comes equipped with a dishwasher, refrigerator, and stove/oven, making daily routines easy. Enjoy a comfortable and well-proportioned living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. This townhome offers fantastic features that elevate your lifestyle! You'll benefit from a valuable partially finished basement, providing extra space for storage or a flexible recreation area. Enjoy year-round comfort with central air conditioning and heat, and the unbeatable convenience of in-unit washer/dryer hook-ups. Plus, we make things simple by including garbage removal in your lease! Location is key, and this property is ideally situated within the highly-regarded Unit 5 School District and is moments away from local shopping, dining, and parks. Best of all, this community is pet-friendly, welcoming both cats and dogs (large and small)! Don't miss out on this blend of space, comfort, and prime location. Contact us today to schedule your tour of 1517 Woods Avenue! Please note: Photos and floorplans may vary between units. Furnishings shown are for staging purposes only and may not reflect what is included with the unit.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1517 Woods Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1517 Woods Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1517 Woods Ave
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.
1517 Woods Ave 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·10A 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.
1517 Woods Ave stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1517 Woods Ave 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 1517 Woods Ave 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.

1517 Woods Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 1517 Woods Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 209 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Normal

2-bedroom apartments at 1517 Woods Ave cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Normal.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Normal
A table of studio rental data trends in Normal
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$807
August 2024$866
September 2024$805
October 2024$744
November 2024$734
December 2024$722
January 2025$775
February 2025$787
March 2025$789
April 2025$797
May 2025$806
June 2025$863
July 2025$771
August 2025$761
September 2025$750
October 2025$750
November 2025$750
December 2025$754
January 2026$760
February 2026$755
March 2026$816
April 2026$882
May 2026$959
June 2026$877

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,125.
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Schools near 1517 Woods Ave

Thomas Metcalf School

isu campus box 7000

normal, IL, 61790

PK, K-8Public
A+

Oakdale Elementary School

601 s adelaide st

normal, IL, 61761

K-5Public
B-

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

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Normal near 1517 Woods Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 1517 Woods Ave, Normal

Groceries

3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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