Charming 1-Story Home with 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bath in the Heart of Gridley! A cozy enclosed front porch welcomes you into this bright and inviting home, filled with warmth, character, and thoughtful updates. The spacious living room features hardwood floors, original woodwork, and plenty of natural light, creating a comfortable space to relax and gather. The kitchen has been refreshed with painted cabinets, a new backsplash, faucet, light fixtures, stove, dishwasher, and back screen door. Three generously sized bedrooms feature hardwood floors and new light fixtures. The full hallway bathroom has also been renovated with a new mirror, light fixture, shower, plumbing, and surround. The basement offers convenient laundry space and room for organized storage. An attached two car garage provides additional storage and a workbench. Outside, the deep lot features mature trees and a backyard greenhouse or shed, offering additional space for gardening, hobbies, or storage. Recent Updates Include: In 2026, the bathroom was renovated, a new bedroom door and second bedroom flooring were added, and the back screen door and solar lamp post were updated. Kitchen improvements, two appliances, and new greenhouse flooring were completed in 2024 and 2025. New light fixtures were installed in 2023, followed by a new roof in 2021. The furnace and air conditioning were replaced in 2019. Full of character, charm, and practical updates, this inviting home is a wonderful find in the heart of Gridley. Make sure to schedule your showing soon!
Very well cared for home! Same owner since 1975! Beautiful woodwork throughout home. Hardwood floors are in the master bedroom and under the carpet in the family room and dining room. The enclosed front porch is perfect for anytime of year! There are newer windows on the porch & was painted all about 5 years ago. Very large family room has high ceilings and hardwood under carpet. New roof in 2021! Furnace & AC are 3 years old. Water heater 2009. The electrical box is new 2 years ago. Washer/dryer and workbench will stay. The basement is very large and clean and was painted recently. Large 2 car, attached garage. The backyard is huge and one of the best! The owner is an expert flower gardener, and his flower beds are beautiful. He also has a large vegetable garden area (he just pulled all the veggies out) and established asparagus & rhubarb. Shed will stay. This house is also located on a no-outlet street - ready to move in!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,500 (+23.3%)
$3,432 + $32,701
$36,133
2023
$2,028 (+1,621.1%)
$2,886 + $27,503
$30,389
2022
$118 (−90.0%)
$2,686 + $22,754
$25,440
2021
$1,175 (+886.3%)
$2,539 + $21,507
$24,046
2020
$119 (+0.8%)
$2,413 + $20,440
$22,853
2019
$118 (−0.5%)
$2,350 + $19,908
$22,258
2018
$119
$2,350 + $17,191
$19,541
2017
$119 (−0.8%)
$2,350 + $17,191
$19,541
2016
$120 (+2.4%)
$2,272 + $16,618
$18,890
2015
$117
$2,200 + $16,090
$18,290
2013
$117
$2,236 + $16,358
$18,594
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
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Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
948
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
948
Year built
1899
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McLean County
APN
0204406010
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gridley, IL • 61744
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Gridley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 304 E 5th St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $150,000 and $264,450.
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