For sale

Price cut: $5K (10/19)

$40,000

231 S Union St, Decatur, IL 62522

3beds

1,209sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1925

2,613 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$33/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Classic character

Opportunity awaits with this charming 1.5-story bungalow in the heart of Decatur! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and a detached 1-car garage, this home offers solid bones, classic character, and plenty of potential. While some cosmetic updates and a little TLC could bring out its full charm, the possibilities are endless for buyers looking to make a home their own or investors seeking their next project. Conveniently located in central Decatur with easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and everyday amenities. Bring your vision and make this diamond in the rough shine!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 10

Bedroom

Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 10

Bedroom

Level: Upper
Dimensions: 12 x 13

Dining room

Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11

Kitchen

Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 11

Living room

Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 11

Heating

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator

Features

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

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

Parking

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

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Front Porch

Lot

Size: 2,613 Square Feet
Dimensions: 60 x 40

Details

Parcel number: 041215403010
Zoning: B-2
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Basement
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1925

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Southwestern Add

Location

Region: Decatur

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $33/sqft
Tax assessed value: $13,886
Annual tax amount: $364
Date on market: 10/8/2026
Cumulative days on market: 12 days
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/19/2026	Price change	$40,000-11.1%$33/sqft
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10/8/2026	Listed for sale	$45,000$37/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$279 +17.2%	$13,886 +3.7%
2023	$238 +22.9%	$13,395 +8.1%
2022	$194 -72.7%	$12,395 +7.1%
2021	$710 -5.7%	$11,576 +3.8%
2020	$752 +2.6%	$11,149 +1%
2019	$733 +1%	$11,039 -0.3%
2018	$726 +0.5%	$11,076 -2.6%
2017	$722 -0.9%	$11,372 -1%
2016	$729 +3.4%	$11,488 +1.8%
2015	$705 +6.6%	$11,285 +1%
2014	$661 +0.4%	$11,174 -3.6%
2013	$658 +2.5%	$11,594 -3%
2012	$643	$11,953
2011	--	$11,953 -9.8%
2010	--	$13,255
2009	--	$13,255 +10.4%
2006	--	$12,011
2005	--	$12,011