Welcome to this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated 4-bedroom, 2-full and 2-half-bath home featuring an oversized 2-car garage and an abundance of character, comfort, and functional living space. The second floor offers four spacious bedrooms, including a wonderful primary suite with a large closet and an updated private bath. The primary bath features a tile floor, clawfoot tub, separate shower, dual vanity with a convenient center seating area, and a TOTO toilet. The second-floor hall bath has also been updated within the past three years. A dedicated office provides a quiet workspace, and the desk and shelving will remain. The main level is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully updated Thomasville kitchen features marble countertops (from Arthur, IL), pull-out shelving, a pantry, beverage refrigerator, and a charming eat-in area with a bump-out overlooking the backyard. The inviting family room showcases a wood-burning fireplace, built-in shelving, and carpet that's only three years old. A small additional office space conveniently located off the garage adds even more flexibility. The washer and dryer stay with the home. The dining room offers a built-in bench and tray ceiling, while the large living room provides plenty of space for gatherings. The finished basement expands the living space with a comfortable recreation area, bar, and half bath-perfect for entertaining, movie nights, or relaxing with family and friends. Step outside and discover a true backyard retreat. Mature landscaping featuring redbuds, arborvitae, and Japanese maples creates a peaceful and private setting, while the patio, redone in 2016, provides the perfect place to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The oversized 2-car garage offers excellent storage and convenience, with the garage floor redone in 2025 and a Tesla outlet installed in 2025. With numerous updates, beautiful finishes, versatile living spaces, and a backyard designed for enjoyment, this home offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and functionality. Don't miss the opportunity to make this special property your new home!
Westbrooke, located between Veterans Parkway and Constitution Trail, is a suburban and residential Normal neighborhood with curving cul-de-sacs and mature street trees. The neighborhood’s character concentrates where the Constitution Trail crosses near Westbrooke Drive, with a steady rhythm of walkers, runners, and cyclists moving past pocket greens and backyards. Housing reads as late-20th-century Midwest: brick-front two-stories, tidy ranches, and attached garages set on broad lawns. Daily routines orbit trail time, nearby parks, and errands along the commercial corridors. A short drive connects to Normal’s cultural anchors like the Children’s Discovery Museum and the Normal Theater. The feel is calm and orderly, with the trail acting as the social spine.
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Market insights
505 Wellesley Dr · $359,900
DAYS ON MARKET
16 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.7%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$359,900
Median sale price in this area is $304,160. (15% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
18% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Partially finished full basement
10 rooms total
Office (main level)
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms (including master bedroom on second level; three additional bedrooms on second level)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Basement has a bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen on main level
Laundry & utility
Main level laundry room (7 x 8)
Flooring
Hardwood in dining room and living room
Ceramic tile in kitchen
Carpet in bedrooms and family rooms
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Lot dimensions approximately 92 x 109
Less than 0.25 acre lot
Located in the Westbrook subdivision
Home design
Detached single-family home
2-story design
Fee simple ownership
Parking
Attached garage with 2 garage spaces (2 total parking spaces)
Construction
Cedar construction
Estimated living area
Age approximately 31–40 years
Not rebuilt or rehabilitated
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Financial info
Special service area: No
Other
Taxes listed for 2025
Electricity and solar
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The intent of this R-1A Residence District is to provide primarily for the establishment of areas characterized by moderate-sized lots and single-family detached dwellings intended for occupancy by families. In addition to these dwellings, related recreational, religious, and cultural facilities intended to serve the immediately surrounding residents are allowed where such facilities are found to be compatible with surrounding residential development. The R-1A district allows densities of up to approximately 4 du per acre.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
May 2, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Install a new electrical receptacle.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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 105° expected this year, 18 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
Normal, IL • 61761
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 17% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 505 Wellesley Dr
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $242,000 and $345,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $242K to $345K.