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When your student heads to college, there’s a whole new community to explore. We help parents find the resources they need. From ISU student housing to ISU off-campus apartments, we will point you to the most student-friendly housing options in Normal. Along with on- and off-campus housing, your student may need help finding a bank near ISU, or a convenient Normal healthcare provider. Last but not least, you’re sure to want to visit! Whether you’re looking for a place to stay for move-in, family weekend, graduation or any time in between, we can introduce you to the best hotels and restaurants near ISU campus plus share ideas for activities to enjoy with your student or on your own.
Residence Inn MarriottClick here to visit Residence Inn Marriott»- 309-661-9822 |
- 2160 Ireland Grove Rd |
- Bloomington IL 61704
- Hyatt Place Bloomington/NormalClick here to visit Hyatt Place Bloomington/Normal»
- (309) 454-9288 |
- 200 Broadway |
- Normal IL 61761
- U.S. Bank BranchClick here to visit U.S. Bank Branch»
- (309) 452-4146 |
- 1401 S Main St |
- Normal IL 61761
- Bayberry Village
- 309-451-8026 |
- 619 W Orlando Ave |
- Normal IL 61761
Everything you want...and everything you need.
Click here to visit Bayberry Village» - Young America RealtyClick here to visit Young America Realty»
- 309-454-2338 |
- 311 S Main St |
- Normal IL 61761
- College Station Apartments
- 309-454-5549 |
- 9 Traders Cir |
- Normal IL 61761
College Station offers more than anyone! We now offer all inclusive, individual leases so you and your student don't have to worry about writing multiple checks per month or their roommates finances.
Click here to visit College Station Apartments» - Class Act Realty
- 309-454-2960 |
- PO Box 1588 Bloomington |
- IL 61761
Student and Family Apartment Rentals
Click here to visit Class Act Realty»
- Don Owen Tire
- 309-828-8473 |
- 620 W Olive St |
- Bloomington IL 61701
We carry tires for almost every need and our experienced mechanics are ASE certified in a variety of auto repair services from brakes, coolant flushes, oil changes, exhaust, alignments and more!
Click here to visit Don Owen Tire» - Wittenberg Lutheran Center
- 309-452-5971 |
- 201 S Main St |
- Normal IL 61761
Worship Sunday 10:30 am, Wednesday Chapel 6:15pm, Bible Study at 9:30am Sunday, 7:30pm Tuesday
Click here to visit Wittenberg Lutheran Center» - Kurt's Auto Body Repair ShopClick here to visit Kurt's Auto Body Repair Shop»
- 309-662-5823 |
- 2025 Ireland Grove Rd |
- Bloomington IL 61704
- Hartnell Automotive
- 309-808-2344 |
- 1314 Ft Jesse Rd Ste B |
- Normal IL 61761
For all your general automotive needs. We service most autos!
Click here to visit Hartnell Automotive» 
St. John Paul II Catholic Newman Center- (309) 452-5046 |
- 501 S Main St. |
- Normal IL 61761
Mass: Sunday 12pm & 5pm, Tues 12pm, Wed 7:30pm, Thurs & Fri 5pm. Bible Study: every Thurs at 6pm. Praise & Worship: every Wed at 7:30pm. Camping Trips, Retreats, Mission Trips, March for Life, and more!. Check out: isucatholic.org
Click here to visit St. John Paul II Catholic Newman Center»
- Move Pilates And YogaClick here to visit Move Pilates And Yoga»
- (309) 808-3302 |
- 712 E Empire St |
- Bloomington IL 61701
- Affordable Dentistry TodayClick here to visit Affordable Dentistry Today»
- (309) 661-0197 |
- 1507 N Veterans Pkwy Suite 2 |
- Bloomington IL 61704
- Upper LimitsClick here to visit Upper Limits»
- 309-829-8225 |
- 1304 West Washington Street |
- Bloomington IL 61701
- Kobe Hibachi Steak House & Sushi Bar
- 309-663-1300 |
- 401 N Veterans Pkwy |
- Bloomington IL 1704
All tables are communal and surround a teppan grill, guaranteeing that every guest in your party can witness the skillful techniques of our master chefs slicing and dicing steak, chicken, and seafood.
Click here to visit Kobe Hibachi Steak House & Sushi Bar» - Windy City Wieners
- 309-452-2900 |
- 106 E Beaufort St |
- Normal IL 61761
A traditional Chicago-style hot dog restaurant.
Click here to visit Windy City Wieners» - McLean County Museum of HistoryClick here to visit McLean County Museum of History»
- 309-827-0428 |
- 200 N Main St |
- Bloomington IL 61701
- Medici Restaurant and Bar
- 309-452-6334 |
- 120 W North St |
- Normal IL 61761
We're all about fresh, seasonal, satisfying food. Our menu is eclectic. We just try to do what we do well.
Click here to visit Medici Restaurant and Bar»
