Just steps from Millikin University, this inviting home blends character with a desirable location. As you enter, you’re welcomed by a spacious living room that flows seamlessly into the kitchen, enhanced by refinished original hardwood floors and newer windows. The main floor features a conveniently located bedroom near the staircase, while upstairs offers a large primary bedroom, a full bathroom with an updated vanity and toilet, and an additional generously sized bedroom—providing comfortable living space. The home has been thoughtfully refreshed throughout with updated drywall and paint, along with exterior improvements, including newer siding and roof. The full basement spans the footprint of the home and has been waterproofed, with painted walls and floors, offering clean, usable space and excellent potential for storage or future finishing. Whether you're searching for a primary residence or an investment opportunity near campus, this property delivers.
Pending
$80,000
1075 W Prairie Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
3beds
1,209sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$66/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generously sized bedroomNewer sidingClean usable spaceRefinished original hardwood floorsNewer windowsUpdated drywall and paintLarge primary bedroom
- 44 days |
- 51 |
- 0 |
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Listed by:
Dylan Geiser 217-450-8500,
Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6258077
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,209
- Total interior livable area: 1,209 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,209
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 041215155003
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Millikin Add
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $66/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $18,282
- Annual tax amount: $1,770
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 44 days
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Pending sale | $80,000$66/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Contingent | $80,000$66/sqft |
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| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $80,000+185.7%$66/sqft |
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| 1/22/2025 | Sold | $28,000-90.8%$23/sqft |
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| 5/10/2010 | Sold | $305,000$252/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,770 +0.8% | $18,282 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $1,755 +10.8% | $17,635 +13.8% |
| 2022 | $1,584 +6.4% | $15,491 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $1,489 -2.1% | $14,467 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $1,520 +3.6% | $13,933 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,467 +0.7% | $13,795 -0.3% |
| 2018 | $1,457 -2.1% | $13,840 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $1,488 -1.9% | $14,209 -1% |
| 2016 | $1,517 +5.2% | $14,354 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $1,441 +6.9% | $14,100 +1% |
| 2014 | $1,348 -2.5% | $13,961 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $1,383 -5.5% | $14,485 -3% |
| 2012 | $1,464 | $14,933 |
| 2011 | -- | $14,933 -5.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $15,789 |
| 2009 | -- | $15,789 +10.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $14,308 |
| 2005 | -- | $14,308 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62522
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Dennis Lab SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 2/10Macarthur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Decatur Dist 61
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- Illinois
- Macon County
- Decatur
- 62522
- 1075 W Prairie Ave
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