Stained glass and pocket doors! Historic gem in Bloomington. $557,000.

Property Overview

Price: $557,000
Address: 1111 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL 61701
Bedrooms: 5 (4 bedrooms on the second level + finished 3rd-floor attic)
Bathrooms: 2 (1 Full, 1 Half)
Square Footage: ~5,088 sq. ft. total (~4,000+ finished sq. ft.)
Year Built: 1906 (American Foursquare style)
Lot Size: 0.88 Acres (Running a full block from Grove St to Olive St)

Key Features

Historical Craftsmanship & Interior

Woodwork: Spectacular, “jaw-dropping” original woodwork throughout the entire home.
Pocket Doors: Six sets of original pocket doors in pristine condition.
Fireplaces: 3 total fireplaces, including a front hall fireplace built with the same stones as the Miller Park entrance.
Windows: Stunning stained glass windows featuring a unique family crest.
Living Spaces: Includes a formal living room, office/study on the main floor, and a large screened-in back porch.

This 1906 American Foursquare is a masterpiece of historic preservation featuring unmatched architectural details and original craftsmanship. If you are looking for a timeless residence for sale that tells a story, this home is truly an opportunity of a lifetime.

Kitchen & Modern Updates

Kitchen: Spacious 12′ x 19′ kitchen featuring a central island and wood laminate flooring.
Appliances: Includes dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, washer, and dryer.
Attic: A fully finished 3rd-floor attic currently utilized as a massive 5th bedroom.
Electrical: Updated 200+ Amp service for modern convenience.
Basement: Large unfinished basement (~1,696 sq. ft.) offering significant storage or workshop potential.

The property seamlessly blends turn-of-the-century charm with the essential updates needed for modern living and entertaining. This spacious house for sale offers the perfect layout for a large family or those who work from home.

Exterior & Grounds

Construction: Durable brick and stucco exterior with a classic brick/mortar foundation.
Garage: Newer, extra-large 3-car detached garage with a concrete floor.
Landscaping: Reconditioned original fish pond with peaceful running water sounds.
The Lot: A massive “park-like” setting that occupies nearly an entire acre in the heart of the city.
Legacy: Lived in by only three families in its 119-year history and never previously sold through the MLS.

The expansive backyard provides a private sanctuary rarely found in a historic urban district, stretching an entire city block. This remarkable property for sale stands as one of the most significant historic estates in the Bloomington area.

From Zillow

Truly one of a kind home. Welcome to Historic Graves Grove on E Grove street. An opportunity of a lifetime awaits you at 1111 E Grove Street! Built in 1906 by the well renowned, Paul Maratz. This house has never been sold through MLS and has been lived in by only three families in 119 years. The house sits on .75 of an acre in the middle of historic E Grove st in Bloomington. We even have original receipts and correspondence for the building of the house. 1111’s most valuable details to share:

Brick and stucco, four bedrooms with a finished attic used as a fifth bedroom. Park-like settings, backyard that runs from Grove to Olive street, newer, extra large three car garage. Original fish pond that has been reconditioned, the sounds of the running water will put you at peace. Over 4,000 finished square feet with the most jaw dropping woodwork throughout. Amazing family crest stained glass windows. Six sets of pocket doors. Screened in back porch. 3 fireplaces (the front hall fireplace has the same rocks from the Miller Park entrance, which was being built at the same time. Only a couple of blocks from Washington Elementary.