Adorable and Updated 3-Bedroom Home perfect for starting out, starting over or downsizing! This move-in ready home is full of charm and updates, nestled in an established neighborhood close to schools, the hospital, dining, The Devon, and Lake Decatur. Inside, you’ll find updated lighting throughout, a cute barn door revealing a double-sided pantry, and all kitchen appliances included. The finished room in the basement offers great flexibility—perfect as a 4th bedroom, family room, or home office. Outside, enjoy the fenced backyard and an impressive 24x30 heated garage with a floored attic for extra storage. TVs and a whole-house fan stay with the home. Truly move-in ready and packed with character—come see this one before it’s gone!
Sold for $120,000 on 12/03/25
$120,000
1487 E Dickinson Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
1,275sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$120,800 Zestimate®
$94/sqft
$1,278 Estimated rent
Home value
$120,800
$108,000 - $135,000
$1,278/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 03, 2025 at 11:52am
Listed by:
Amanda Godden 217-875-8081,
Glenda Williamson Realty
Bought with:
Non Member, #N/A
Central Illinois Board of REALTORS
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6255882
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 11.5
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 11.5
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.1
Family room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 21.3 x 11.5
Other
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7.7 x 8
Other
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 7.1 x 6.2
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16.2 x 11.11
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 20 x 12.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Main Level Primary, Pantry
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,275
- Total interior livable area: 1,275 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 986
- Finished area below ground: 289
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fence
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 041223230017
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Decatur
- Subdivision: Belmont Court Add
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2025 | Sold | $120,000+6.7%$94/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6255882 | ||
| 11/13/2025 | Pending sale | $112,500$88/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6255882 | ||
| 11/2/2025 | Contingent | $112,500$88/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6255882 | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $112,500$88/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6255882 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,452 +2.3% | $21,002 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $1,419 +6.6% | $20,259 +6.6% |
| 2022 | $1,331 +10% | $19,011 +7.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Muffley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.6 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Decatur Dist 61
Source: CIBR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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