For sale

Price cut: $4.9K (8/24)

$55,000

1502 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL 62522

2beds

907sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1922

3,484 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$61/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Quiet street

Searching for a West End charmer for your next project? Look no further! Nestled on a quiet street, this bungalow is full of potential. This home features two bedrooms on the main level and a bonus room in the basement, offering flex space to fit your needs. Whether you're an investor or a buyer looking to build equity, this could be a great opportunity to make it your own. All you need is a little TLC to bring it back to its glory days. With good bones & a new roof (November 2024), this house is ready for its next owner. Roll up your sleeves & come bring this West End gem back to life!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Wood
Level: Main

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Main

Bonus room

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 10 x 10

Dining room

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Main

Kitchen

Description: Flooring: Laminate
Level: Main

Living room

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Main

Heating

Forced Air, Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, None

Features

Main Level Primary
Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 907
Total interior livable area: 907 sqft
Finished area above ground: 807
Finished area below ground: 100

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Attached, Garage
Attached garage spaces: 1

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Deck

Lot

Size: 3,484 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 041216333032
Zoning: R-3
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Basement
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1922

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Highlawns Add

Location

Region: Decatur

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $61/sqft
Tax assessed value: $16,936
Annual tax amount: $1,135
Date on market: 8/4/2026
Cumulative days on market: 27 days
Road surface type: Gravel

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/24/2026	Price change	$55,000-8.2%$61/sqft
Source: CIBR #6260020 Report a problem
8/4/2026	Listed for sale	$59,900+14.3%$66/sqft
Source: CIBR #6260020 Report a problem
6/13/2013	Listing removed	$52,400$58/sqft
Source: RE/MAX EXECUTIVES PLUS #190394 Report a problem
4/13/2013	Price change	$52,400-2.8%$58/sqft
Source: RE/MAX EXECUTIVES PLUS #190394 Report a problem
1/19/2013	Listed for sale	$53,900+13.5%$59/sqft
Source: RE/MAX EXECUTIVES PLUS #190394 Report a problem
9/11/2007	Sold	$47,500+5.6%$52/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/7/2005	Sold	$45,000$50/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$1,059 +2.9%	$16,936 +3.7%
2023	$1,029 +6%	$16,336 +5.5%
2022	$970 +11.4%	$15,488 +7.1%
2021	$871 +0.7%	$14,463 +3.8%
2020	$865 +4.4%	$13,929 +1%
2019	$828 +11.1%	$13,791 +5.4%
2018	$745 -4.2%	$13,079 -2.6%
2017	$778 -2.7%	$13,428 -1%
2016	$799 +6.8%	$13,565 +1.8%
2015	$749 +8.6%	$13,325 +1%
2014	$690 -6.1%	$13,193 -3.6%
2013	$734 -2.9%	$13,689 -3%
2012	$756	$14,112
2011	--	$14,112 -5.4%
2010	--	$14,921
2009	--	$14,921 +10.4%
2006	--	$13,521
2005	--	$13,521