2485 S Fontaine Dr, Decatur, IL 62521

This pleasant and friendly neighborhood boasts little turnover in residency. Many families in this development are the original owners of their homes. There is much pride in ownership here, but the neighborhood has relatively lenient zoning policies, so it is generally easy to add to or make changes to your home. The neighborhood has a friendly, traditional feel which makes it ideal for young families. Most of the homes in the neighborhood are single family dwellings. Within a few blocks of the property are a few duplexes and small apartment complexes. Many of the homes are owner-occupied and have school-aged children. There is plenty of on-street parking in the neighborhood, which has a low speed limit, making is safe for children to play. There are sidewalks and street lights on both sides of the street, making it commodious to jogging or walking the family dog. The school bus stop is located directly in front of this property, within eyesight of the front door. There have not been any burglaries or similar crimes reported in this neighborhood within the last five years. This property boasts the best of both worlds - low Decatur city taxes, and excellent, much sought-after Mt. Zion schools. This neighborhood is more comparable to those in the 62549 (Mt. Zion, IL) zip code, than to most in the 62521 zip code, as this neighborhood is in the Mt. Zion district.