Neighborhood with lots of character. Buyer needed to add characterback to this 1 1/2 story home located on a brick street just 3 blocks from Millikin University. The home needs cosmetic improvements as well as additional repairs that would greatly improve the value. The basement could be cleaned out for extra storage, workshop or rec rooom. This is a great opportunity to purchase a home in Decatur's west end at a bargain price. Ownership of a hammer and paint brush is a much needed asset. Selling poperty in an "As Is" condition.
Sold for $35,500 on 03/08/24
$35,500
285 N Taylor Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
3beds
1,352sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$77,300 Zestimate®
$26/sqft
$1,480 Estimated rent
Home value
$77,300
$58,000 - $98,000
$1,480/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 11, 2024 at 10:24am
Listed by:
Joseph Doolin 217-855-1196,
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Bought with:
Valerie Wallace, 475132005
Main Place Real Estate
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6240467
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
Den
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Attic, Fireplace, Workshop
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,352
- Total interior livable area: 1,352 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,352
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Workshop
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Dimensions: 86 x 46.8
Details
- Parcel number: 041216180018
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1915
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8/2024 | Sold | $35,500+18.3%$26/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6240467 | ||
| 2/22/2024 | Pending sale | $30,000$22/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6240467 | ||
| 2/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $30,000$22/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6240467 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,566 +2.2% | $22,172 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $1,531 -14.6% | $21,387 -9.1% |
| 2022 | $1,793 +9.1% | $23,528 +7.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62522
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Dennis Lab SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Macarthur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dennis
- Middle: Johns Hill
- High: Macarthur
- 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.