One of the few lakefront views without high lake taxes due to the small access road that runs between the house and the lake. The current owner took four years to find this lovely house, and the owner has been in it for over seven years. Wonderful views in the great Forest Knolls neighborhood right on the lake. Spacious 3 BR ranch with finished lower level (3rd bedroom in basement) with wet bar, great for entertaining. Sun room on the back overlooking gazebo with hot tub and beautifully landscaped, fenced back yard, cedar-lined closets in the lower level. Deck across front of house, insulated workshop at back of garage (w/nat gas heater), storage shed, new exterior sliding door to a hot tub that has only been used twice, kitchen with granite, stainless steel appliances, and much more. State Farm told the owner the roof has another seven years left, but it will need some work on the seawall and dock in the next couple of years. Price was lowered to be competitive with the $155 per square foot range of mid-tier lakefront homes overlooking Lake Decatur. Seller has the best neighbors! The lake view is also one of the best in town, and it's among the owner's favorite sunsets in the nation. Walking distance to the Scovill Zoo and Children's Museum of Illinois, plus right across from the Devon Amphitheater that Howard Buffett funded for our town to bring in great musical performances. The Seller owns two docks, one for sitting and one for a boat, which is very unusual for Lake Decatur. There is a large home renovation happening next door that may boost the property value of this residence after completion.
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Price cut: $36K (11/10)
$289,777
4 Forest Knls, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
2,235sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.49 Acres Lot
$286,400 Zestimate®
$130/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 105 days |
- 1,096 |
- 26 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 15, 2025 at 10:07pm
Listing courtesy of:
Jorge Romero 773-427-9200,
Realty One Group Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12468420
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Whirlpool)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X26
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 08X08
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Breakfast Room), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 06X08
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 399 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X21
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Partial,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,235 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Slip, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Dock
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub, Indoor Hot Tub
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Front of Property
- Water view: Water,Front of Property
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Dimensions: 120x154x119x147
Details
- Parcel number: 091319176002
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Combination
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $130/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $81,393
- Annual tax amount: $6,849
- Date on market: 9/11/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$286,400
$272,000 - $301,000
$2,221/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | Price change | $289,777-11.1%$130/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12468420 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $325,777-5.8%$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12468420 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2025 | Price change | $345,777-5.5%$155/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $365,777+115.2%$164/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2013 | Sold | $170,000-14.6%$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,849 +6.3% | $81,393 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $6,443 +5.2% | $75,630 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $6,123 +6% | $71,111 +5.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,013/mo
Principal & interest
$1405
Property taxes
$507
Home insurance
$101
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Muffley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.2 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Muffley K-6 School
- Middle: Stephen Decatur Middle School
- High: Eisenhower
- District: 61
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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