Come and see this charming ranch within walking distance of Lake Decatur, St. Mary's Hospital, Devon Amphitheater, Nelson Park and more. Well maintained with HVAC, roof, breaker box and water heater within the last ten years. Replacement windows throughout. Plenty of room in basement for storage, crafting, woodworking, etc. Spacious living room with area for dining room or office space. Book your appointment before this gem is gone.
Sold for $62,500 on 04/04/25
$62,500
1540 E Buena Vista Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
950sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$66/sqft
$1,140 Estimated rent
Home value
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Estimated sales range
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$1,140/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 04, 2025 at 09:16am
Listed by:
Katrina Beck 217-864-6683,
Beck Realtors, Inc.
Bought with:
Brittany Rathje, 475212806
Main Place Real Estate
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6250901
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Other
- Features: Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 950
- Total interior livable area: 950 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 950
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 041223278052
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Decatur
- Subdivision: Lake Shore Drive Add
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2025 | Listing removed | $1,245$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,245$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Sold | $62,500-3.8%$66/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6250901 | ||
| 3/8/2025 | Pending sale | $65,000$68/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6250901 | ||
| 3/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $65,000+22.6%$68/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6250901 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,419 +2.4% | $20,660 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $1,386 +6.7% | $19,929 +6.5% |
| 2022 | $1,300 +6.9% | $18,708 +58.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Muffley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.1 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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