Beautiful location with all the panoramic views of Lake Decatur but not the high taxes. Situated on a 1/2 acre relatively level lot with close proximity to boat launch location if you need it. Large rooms throughout with windows to the west for afternoon sun and evening sunsets over the water. Popular ranch style home that lives larger than it appears. Just laid new vinyl plank flooring in two bedrooms , half bath and freshly painted master bedroom. 03/26 new flooring in the multi function room which is centrally located for ease of access and remainder of garage wall painted. Massive stone wood burning fireplace in the living rom. Equipped kitchen ready for the new chef. Appliances included along with entertainment center and flat screen TV. Attached garage can contain 2 vehicles parked tandem and still has a nice sized area for a shop. The driveway was seal coated 8/6/25. Nothing else like it on the market, unique floor plan.
For sale
Price cut: $1K (3/25)
$160,000
53 Norwood Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
1,432sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.48 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$112/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stone wood burning fireplaceEquipped kitchenNew vinyl plank flooring
- 279 days |
- 1,895 |
- 49 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 25, 2026 at 01:04pm
Listed by:
Robert Sparks 217-875-0555,
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6252708
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Family room
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Other
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11 x 6
Half bath
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 5 x 5
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 9
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 20 x 15
Utility room
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 9
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Fireplace, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,432
- Total interior livable area: 1,432 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,432
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 091319202001
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Norwood Heights
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $112/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $42,227
- Annual tax amount: $3,139
- Date on market: 6/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 281 days
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2026 | Price change | $160,000-0.6%$112/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Price change | $161,000-0.6%$112/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Price change | $162,000-0.6%$113/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $163,000-0.6%$114/sqft |
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| 2/20/2026 | Price change | $164,000-0.6%$115/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Price change | $165,000-0.6%$115/sqft |
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| 1/12/2026 | Price change | $166,000-0.5%$116/sqft |
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| 12/24/2025 | Price change | $166,900-0.6%$117/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Price change | $167,900-0.6%$117/sqft |
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| 11/28/2025 | Price change | $168,900-0.6%$118/sqft |
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| 11/17/2025 | Price change | $169,900-0.6%$119/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Price change | $171,000-0.5%$119/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Price change | $171,900-0.6%$120/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Price change | $172,900-0.6%$121/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Price change | $173,900-0.6%$121/sqft |
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| 10/5/2025 | Price change | $174,900-2.2%$122/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Price change | $178,900-0.6%$125/sqft |
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| 6/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $179,900+63.5%$126/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Sold | $110,000-8.3%$77/sqft |
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| 5/12/2025 | Pending sale | $119,900$84/sqft |
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| 5/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $119,900+20%$84/sqft |
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| 5/24/2013 | Listing removed | $99,900$70/sqft |
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| 11/15/2012 | Listed for sale | $99,900$70/sqft |
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| 7/15/2012 | Listing removed | $99,900$70/sqft |
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| 4/11/2012 | Price change | $99,900-4.4%$70/sqft |
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| 6/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $104,500+11.2%$73/sqft |
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| 3/24/2005 | Sold | $94,000$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,138 +7.9% | $42,227 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $2,909 +6.8% | $39,237 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $2,724 +7.4% | $36,893 +5.5% |
| 2021 | $2,536 -1.8% | $34,976 +2.6% |
| 2020 | $2,583 +5.6% | $34,093 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,447 +4.5% | $33,428 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $2,342 +1.9% | $32,696 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $2,298 -0.1% | $32,292 +0.1% |
| 2016 | $2,300 +5.5% | $32,273 +1.3% |
| 2015 | $2,180 -14.6% | $31,858 |
| 2014 | $2,554 -17.8% | $31,858 |
| 2013 | $3,108 +1.6% | $31,858 |
| 2012 | $3,059 | $31,858 |
| 2011 | -- | $31,858 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $33,339 |
| 2009 | -- | $33,339 +13.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $29,426 |
| 2005 | -- | $29,426 |
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Est. payment
$1,135/mo
Principal & interest
$844
Property taxes
$291
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Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Michael E Baum Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.2 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 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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