Buyer had to back out due to health issues, this home is back on the market! COME AND GET IT! This charming brick bungalow offers timeless curb appeal with a sturdy facade. Inside, you will find a warm and inviting layout, perfect for comfortable living. Offers a wood burning fireplace for cozy nights and french doors leading out to the CUTEST little back enclosed porch area. The finished basement adds valuable extra space, that includes a kitchenette and a fireplace - ideal for a recreation room, home office, or 2 guest suites with an updated full bath as well. The two car detached garage provides more ample storage. An upstairs space that adds extra storage as well or perhaps a playroom for the kids. This home effortlessly provides charm and functionality. Enter thru the sliders out to the back patio overlooking the quaint fenced in backyard could be a delightful flower garden space. New roof 2025
Sold for $135,000 on 07/22/25
$135,000
162 N Taylor Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
2beds
2,802sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$141,200 Zestimate®
$48/sqft
$1,357 Estimated rent
Home value
$141,200
$120,000 - $167,000
$1,357/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 23, 2025 at 09:27am
Listed by:
Valerie Wallace 217-422-3335,
Main Place Real Estate
Bought with:
Valerie Wallace, 475132005
Main Place Real Estate
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6251582
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Loft
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Purifier
Features
- Breakfast Area, Fireplace, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Family/Living/Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,802
- Total interior livable area: 2,802 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,616
- Finished area below ground: 1,186
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Four Season, Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 041216252010
- Zoning: MUN
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Decatur
- Subdivision: Oakdale Add
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2025 | Sold | $135,000+0.1%$48/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6251582 | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Pending sale | $134,900$48/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6251582 | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Price change | $134,900-4%$48/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6251582 | ||
| 6/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $140,500$50/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6251582 | ||
| 6/1/2025 | Pending sale | $140,500$50/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6251582 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,989 +0.8% | $30,875 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $2,964 +8.2% | $29,782 +11.2% |
| 2022 | $2,740 +6.4% | $26,789 +7.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62522
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Dennis Lab SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10Macarthur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 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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