Move-in ready North End home packed with updates and space! Situated on a beautiful lot, this well-maintained property features a brand new roof (2024), newer HVAC, and a 2015 water heater for added peace of mind. Inside you’ll love the fresh paint, new carpet throughout, and updated stair railing, creating a clean, modern feel the moment you walk in.
The spacious living room is centered around a wood-burning fireplace with blower, perfect for cozy evenings. The kitchen has been refreshed with painted cabinets, new hardware, and a new microwave, giving it an updated look while maintaining great functionality.
Downstairs you'll find a large walk-out family room offering additional living and entertaining space—ideal for gatherings, game nights, or relaxing.
Additional updates include new gutters with leaf guard and a PVC sewer line replaced to the main drain approximately 8 years ago. With major updates already completed and plenty of living space both upstairs and down, this home is ready for its next owner to move in and enjoy.
For sale
$249,900
681 W Karen Ct, Decatur, IL 62526
4beds
2,467sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
0.31 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$101/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplace with blowerLarge walk-out family roomFresh paintNew carpet throughoutUpdated stair railingBeautiful lotNew microwave
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 30, 2026 at 04:31am
Listed by:
Tony Piraino 217-875-0555,
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6257038
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Lower
Primary bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Lower
Other
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Office
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Jetted Tub, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Pantry
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,467
- Total interior livable area: 2,467 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,562
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Dimensions: 151 x 91
Details
- Parcel number: 070734129005
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Montgomery Hills 1st Add
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $101/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $45,707
- Annual tax amount: $3,427
- Date on market: 3/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 28 days
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900$101/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6257038 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,427 +9.7% | $45,707 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $3,124 +8.1% | $42,018 +7.8% |
| 2022 | $2,890 +3.6% | $38,971 +2.9% |
| 2021 | $2,788 -2.6% | $37,880 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $2,863 +2.9% | $37,119 +0.1% |
| 2019 | $2,784 +0% | $37,097 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $2,783 -0.4% | $37,363 -0.6% |
| 2017 | $2,793 -1.1% | $37,572 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $2,823 +5.3% | $37,663 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $2,681 +6.7% | $37,216 |
| 2014 | $2,513 +0.4% | $37,216 |
| 2013 | $2,503 -1.4% | $37,216 |
| 2012 | $2,538 | $37,216 |
| 2011 | -- | $37,216 -17% |
| 2010 | -- | $44,836 |
| 2009 | -- | $44,836 +9.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $40,961 |
| 2005 | -- | $40,961 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,772/mo
Principal & interest
$1318
Property taxes
$454
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62526
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Parsons Accelerated SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Macarthur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 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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