South Shores Cutie! This 2 bed 1 bath ranch has plenty of charm packed into a small package. At just under 900sqft, this property doesn't leave much in the way of maintenance. Beautiful restored hardwood floors, completely updated electrical (2013). Excellent first home for any new home buyer or make a great addition to your rental portfolio! Looking for a smaller ranch home that won't break the bank and reduce your house maintenance? This one is for YOU!
Sold for $80,000 on 04/24/25
$80,000
62 1st South Shores Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
2beds
1,494sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$85,700 Zestimate®
$54/sqft
$1,021 Estimated rent
Home value
$85,700
$76,000 - $96,000
$1,021/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 15, 2024 at 09:27am
Listed by:
Louis Kappler 217-855-1196,
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Bought with:
Mark Younker, 471004341
Agency One Insurance & Real Estate
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6240879
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Recreation
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,494
- Total interior livable area: 1,494 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
- Finished area below ground: 630
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Enclosed, Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Fence
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 041223353019
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Decatur
- Subdivision: South Shores 1st Add
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2025 | Sold | $80,000+3.2%$54/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 4/15/2024 | Sold | $77,500-0.5%$52/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6240879 | ||
| 3/21/2024 | Pending sale | $77,900$52/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6240879 | ||
| 3/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $77,900+11.4%$52/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6240879 | ||
| 7/3/2018 | Listing removed | $69,900$47/sqft |
Source: Brinkoetter & Associates #6181624 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,104 +1.9% | $27,736 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $2,066 +9.5% | $26,754 +9.5% |
| 2022 | $1,886 +8.9% | $24,441 +7.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10South Shores Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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