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Updated 8-Bedroom Duplex
For Sale
$360,000

709 W California Avenue, Urbana, IL 61801

Residential Income, Urbana, IL

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market17

Property Features for 709 W California Avenue

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Bedrooms 8
Bathrooms 3
Full bathrooms 4
Rooms Bedroom 8, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 1, Basement, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 4
Parking 2
Parking features Owned
Basement Full, Finished
Elementary school Leal Elementary School
Middle school Urbana Middle School
High school Urbana High School
Elementary school district 116
Middle school district 116
High school district 116
Directions East of Lincoln Ave 1 1/2 blocks south of Illinois St.
Subdivision Urbana
Standard status Active
APN 922117156003

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description LOT PT 3 HALL, SARAH M., SUB
Tax Annual Amount 8914
Legal Description LOT PT 3 HALL, SARAH M., SUB

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Forced Air, Baseboard
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1898
Building materials Vinyl Siding
Listing Agency: The Real Estate Group,Inc
Listed By: Carol Meinhart · License #475127814
Added: Aug 4 Changed: Aug 20 Last Checked: Aug 20 at 6:06PM
MLS# 12723769

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This duplex at 709 W California Avenue includes 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and a basement. The property was built in 1898 and features vinyl siding, baseboard and forced-air heating, owned parking, public water, and public sewer. Recent work includes new siding and windows, along with updates to a bathroom, bedrooms, and landscaping.

Located in Urbana near the University of Illinois, the property offers a residential income configuration with tenants responsible for all utilities other than sanitary service. Its two-unit layout and established physical improvements provide a defined structure for continued rental use.

Key Highlights

  • 8‑bedroom, 4‑bathroom duplex with basement
  • New siding and windows added in the last couple of years
  • Bathroom and bedroom updates completed

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Plumbing Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom Furniture & Home Goods Electrical Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,493
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 61801, IL

27,658
Population
13,468
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
26
Median Age
65%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
5.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,122
Density / Sq Mi
$37,948
Median Household Income
$26,394
Median Earnings
$950
Median Rent
$184,000
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Residential income property near the University of Illinois with recent improvements and separately metered tenant utilities.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 709 W California Avenue Urbana, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $360,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 8‑bedroom, 4‑bathroom duplex with basement; New siding and windows added in the last couple of years; Bathroom and bedroom updates completed
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