WELCOME TO LIFE ON THE LAKE! Situated on 150 feet of waterfront, Basin 1 with seawall already in place! This stunning 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath lakefront retreat offers breathtaking views of the Lake and a true vacation feel. Spacious great room showcases vaulted ceilings with cedar beams, wood floors, gas fireplace, and dramatic two-story windows for gorgeous lake views and plenty of natural lighting. Dining area opens to a tiered lakeside deck, ready for entertaining. All bedrooms are private suites, each featuring its own attached ensuite bath, making this home ideal for guests, family, or a vacation getaway. A hidden bookshelf entrance leads to a finished lower-level bonus space, adding character and fun to this one-of-a-kind property. Outside, enjoy a covered dock with lift for your boat or jet skis, driveway extended for guest parking and lake toys. Roof 2025, Appliances Stay
Lakefront living, incredible views, and unique features—this Lake house gem is ready to impress!
Pending
$359,000
1474 Post Ct, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
2,234sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceSeawall already in placeWood floorsSpacious great room
- 8 days |
- 1,541 |
- 99 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Abby Golladay 217-972-6893,
Main Place Real Estate
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6259346
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16.8 x 13.2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 13.3
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 17.2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 9.11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 6.11 x 8.8
Other
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 6.7 x 9.11
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 12.2
Foyer
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8.3 x 10.7
Great room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 28.1 x 18.5
Half bath
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 5.5 x 3.8
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17.2 x 9.7
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 5.9 x 8.2
Recreation
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 20.6
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Family/Living/Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,234
- Total interior livable area: 2,234 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,034
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Dock, Fence, Workshop
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Privileges
- Body of water: Decatur Lake
- Frontage type: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 041223403009
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Post Estates
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $161/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $109,378
- Annual tax amount: $10,008
- Date on market: 6/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Pending sale | $359,000$161/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Contingent | $359,000$161/sqft |
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| 6/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $359,000+28.4%$161/sqft |
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| 3/5/2021 | Sold | $279,500-3.6%$125/sqft |
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| 2/10/2021 | Pending sale | $290,000$130/sqft |
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| 1/31/2021 | Contingent | $290,000$130/sqft |
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| 1/16/2021 | Listed for sale | $290,000+26.1%$130/sqft |
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| 1/8/2016 | Sold | $230,000-9.8%$103/sqft |
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| 10/23/2015 | Price change | $254,897-3.8%$114/sqft |
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| 10/2/2015 | Price change | $264,897-3.6%$119/sqft |
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| 9/11/2015 | Price change | $274,897-3.5%$123/sqft |
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| 7/28/2015 | Price change | $284,897-3.7%$128/sqft |
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| 9/19/2014 | Listed for sale | $295,897$132/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,008 +1.1% | $109,378 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $9,903 +5.7% | $105,506 +8.1% |
| 2022 | $9,371 +6.9% | $97,629 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $8,764 -1.8% | $91,176 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $8,926 +3.7% | $87,813 +1% |
| 2019 | $8,607 -0.5% | $86,944 -1.4% |
| 2018 | $8,650 -2.3% | $88,149 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $8,851 -1.9% | $90,503 -1% |
| 2016 | $9,026 +12.1% | $91,426 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $8,055 +7.8% | $89,810 +1% |
| 2014 | $7,470 -3.7% | $88,921 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $7,758 -3.6% | $92,261 -3% |
| 2012 | $8,049 | $95,115 |
| 2011 | -- | $95,115 -11.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $107,822 |
| 2009 | -- | $107,822 +11.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $96,888 |
| 2005 | -- | $96,888 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
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- 4/10South Shores Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Decatur Dist 61
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