Community profile

Holiday Blair House

1200 East College Avenue, Normal, IL

Independent Living

★ 4.639 reviewsRead reviews

About the community

About Holiday Blair House

Located in a rural neighborhood of Normal, Illinois, is the quaint community of Holiday Blair House, where they offer daily entertainment, chef-inspired meals, and unmatched independent living services. Great Place to Work Institute has even honored Holiday Blair House with certification as a Great Place to Work® for their 2022-2023 awards, so you can be sure the staff is happy to be there. This charming, two-story…

Published floor plans

Studio

Independent Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$1,900/month

Care fees not included

Checked October 5, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Independent Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$2,949/month

Care fees not included

Checked October 5, 2026
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2 Bedrooms

Independent Living · 2 bedroom

Published starting price

$4,899/month

Care fees not included

Checked October 5, 2026
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Detached Cottages / Bungalows

Independent Living

Published starting price

$3,369/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Studio$1,900 currently · −$1,169 since Aug 6, 2026
$3,069$1,900Aug 6, 2026Oct 5, 2026

Based on 2 observed source-published starting-price points. Dates are when we observed each value.

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Recent changes

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  1. October 4, 2026 at 8:11 PM PDT

    3 changes detected in this data refresh

    Published price updated

    2 Bedrooms published price changed from $5,999 to $4,899.

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    Published price updated

    Studio published price changed from $3,069 to $1,900.

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    Published price updated

    1 Bedroom published price changed from $5,099 to $2,949.

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Family and resident feedback

4.6 out of 5 from 39 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

The sales agent ([name removed])is exceptional, couldn't find a kinder or more caring individual. The housekeeping staff (especially [name removed]) keeps the room, hallways and common areas very clean. The staff is always concerned and caring about the comfort of each tenant. The ambassador takes good care of the new people by making us feel welcome and introducing us to other neighbors as well as explaining how to get meals, mail, etc. There's more compliments about [name removed], [name removed] and the creativ…

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Cleanliness
4.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
2.0 / 5
AnonymousAugust 25, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

What I saw, I liked. We just didn't get the complete tour. There was a very bad storm that day and they had no electricity. So, I didn't get to see a room. But the staff was so very nice.

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Cleanliness
4.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Phyllis Ann McClureAugust 17, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

I visited this facility

We visited Holiday Blair House when we were looking for my loved one. I was very impressed. My experience was all positive. It was beautiful and well maintained. The residents have a little private patio-type place and large bathrooms. They have lots of activities. They have a library, a game room, and activities like bingo. They also have a shuttle bus. If people wanted to keep their car, they could keep it, but the bus would take them to any place. Even to meet a friend at a restaurant, they would drop them off a…

LavondaJuly 18, 2026Caring.com

★★★★★

Positive

Blair House

The residents are very welcoming to new residents, and staff is always ready to help.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
AnonymousJune 15, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Happy to be here

I have lived at Blair House for several years and let me tell you things have NEVER been better. The staff here genuinely care about us as people. I’m not just an apartment number or some person to them. I can’t say enough great things about the improvements that have been made recently.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Peggy FMay 8, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Critical

Standards and value have both slipped at this community. I’ve had family members live here and unfortunately I will not recommend this community in the future.

AdamFebruary 19, 2026Seniorly

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
October 21, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.

Meals & dining

  • Private Dining Room
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Meals Provided
  • Guest Meals

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management

Services & convenience

  • Uncovered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Covered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Men's Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Tai Chi
  • Protestant Services
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Current Events Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Cooking Classes
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Wii Bowling
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Book Club
  • Karaoke
  • Bible Study Group
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Dances
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Holiday Parties
  • Other Religious Services
  • Walking Club
  • Catholic Services
  • Christian Services
  • Bridge Club
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities On-site
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Forever Fit
  • Visiting Rabbi
  • Stretching Classes
  • Community Service Programs
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians

Outdoor spaces

  • Indoor Atrium
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Central Fireplace
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Outside Patio
  • Beauty Salon
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Game Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Piano or Organ
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Raised Garden Beds

Apartment & room features

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Full kitchen
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Bath Tubs
  • Kitchenette
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Garden View
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Air Conditioned
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked October 21, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
Confirmation required