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Sold for $122,000
  • $122,000

    1975 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL 62522

    3beds
    1,651sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1926
    5,662 Square Feet Lot
    $128,200 Zestimate®
    $74/sqft
    $1,457 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $128,200

    $122,000 - $135,000

    $1,457/mo

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    What's special

    Beautiful hardwood floors throughout
    Welcome home to this 3-bed, 2-bath home nestled in Decatur's sought-after historic West End neighborhood. Full of character and timeless appeal, this home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout and a cozy living room fireplace that creates the perfect gathering space. Enjoy additional living space in the partially finished basement, complete with a rec room and convenient ¾ bath. The screened back porch, equipped with a wall heater, allows you to relax and enjoy the outdoors well beyond the summer months. Outside, you'll find a privacy-fenced backyard perfect for pets, play, or outdoor entertaining, along with a 1.5-car detached garage for parking and storage. Offering charm, functionality, and value, this West End gem is ready for its next owner!

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    Listed by:

    Joseph Doolin 217-875-0555,

    Brinkoetter REALTORS®,

    Staci Doolin 217-972-4962,

    Brinkoetter REALTORS®

    Bought with:

    Non Member, #N/A

    Central Illinois Board of REALTORS

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6259215MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
    • Level: Upper
    • Width: 7
    Bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
    • Level: Upper
    Dining room
    • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Level: Basement
    Other
    • Features: Tub Shower
    • Level: Upper
    Other
    • Level: Basement
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Laundry
    • Level: Basement
    Living room
    • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
    • Level: Main
    Sunroom
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Attic Fan
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Fireplace
    • Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Family/Living/Great Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,651
    • Total interior livable area: 1,651 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,248
    • Finished area below ground: 403

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1.5
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage
    • Garage spaces: 1.5
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Fence, Shed
    • Fencing: Yard Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 5,662 Square Feet
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 041216310002
    • Zoning: RES
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Shingle Siding
    • Foundation: Basement
    • Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
    Condition
    • Year built: 1926

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Dennis Add
    Location
    • Region: Decatur

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $74/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $34,721
    • Annual tax amount: $2,916
    • Date on market: 6/16/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 41 days
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/31/2026Sold$122,000-6.1%$74/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259215 Report a problem
    8/25/2026Pending sale$129,900$79/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259215 Report a problem
    8/9/2026Contingent$129,900$79/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259215 Report a problem
    7/18/2026Listed for sale$129,900$79/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259215 Report a problem
    6/19/2026Pending sale$129,900$79/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259215 Report a problem
    6/16/2026Listed for sale$129,900+47.6%$79/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259215 Report a problem
    7/24/2020Sold$88,000-4.9%$53/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6201593 Report a problem
    6/24/2020Pending sale$92,500$56/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Executives Plus #6201593 Report a problem
    6/6/2020Price change$92,500-7%$56/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Executives Plus #6201593 Report a problem
    5/6/2020Listed for sale$99,500+13.7%$60/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Executives Plus #6201593 Report a problem
    8/8/2008Sold$87,500+5.4%$53/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/14/2006Sold$83,000$50/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$2,780 +1.6%$34,721 +3.7%
    2023$2,736 +0%$33,492 +2.3%
    2022$2,736 +8.1%$32,752 +7.1%
    2021$2,530 -1.1%$30,587 +3.8%
    2020$2,559 +46.6%$29,458 +31.4%
    2019$1,746 -0.3%$22,417 -0.9%
    2018$1,751 -3%$22,627 -2.6%
    2017$1,805 -2.2%$23,231 -1%
    2016$1,846 +5.9%$23,468 +1.8%
    2015$1,743 +8.1%$23,053 +1%
    2014$1,613 -4.5%$22,824 -3.6%
    2013$1,688 -1.6%$23,681 -3%
    2012$1,716 $24,413
    2011-- $24,413 -5.4%
    2010-- $25,813
    2009-- $25,813 +10.4%
    2006-- $23,389
    2005-- $23,389
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 62522

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • High: Macarthur
    • 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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