Welcome to this classic 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cape Cod in Decatur’s Historic West End. With strong curb appeal and timeless architectural character, it sits on a desirable street in a well-established neighborhood known for its charm and convenient location near parks and local amenities.
Mostly hardwood floors flow throughout the home, adding warmth and lasting appeal. A flexible bedroom or den on the main floor works perfectly as a guest room, home office, or extra living space, while the full basement provides excellent storage and room to expand.
This inviting Cape Cod blends classic style with practical everyday living in one of Decatur’s most character-filled areas. Schedule your showing today and see all it has to offer!
Under contract
$121,000
2374 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
3beds
1,567sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$77/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Desirable streetTimeless architectural characterStrong curb appeal
- 16 days
- 1,668
- 241
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Charles Durst 217-875-0555,
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6260926
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Bathtub
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Basement
Porch
- Level: Main
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Fireplace, Main Level Primary
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,567
- Total interior livable area: 1,567 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,567
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Screened
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 041217428015
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Dennis Add To City Of Decatur
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $77/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $35,924
- Annual tax amount: $3,597
- Date on market: 9/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 17 days
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29/2026 | Contingent | $121,000$77/sqft |
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| 9/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $121,000+27.5%$77/sqft |
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| 9/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/31/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 8/22/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/18/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 7/1/2022 | Sold | $94,900$61/sqft |
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| 6/20/2022 | Pending sale | $94,900$61/sqft |
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| 6/1/2022 | Contingent | $94,900$61/sqft |
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| 5/31/2022 | Listed for sale | $94,900+47.1%$61/sqft |
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| 7/25/2006 | Sold | $64,500$41/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,478 +0.8% | $35,924 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $3,449 +77.4% | $34,652 +38.6% |
| 2022 | $1,944 +8.9% | $25,004 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $1,785 -0.8% | $23,351 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $1,799 +4% | $22,490 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,730 +21.6% | $22,267 +14.1% |
| 2018 | $1,422 -3.2% | $19,509 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $1,470 -2.3% | $20,030 -1% |
| 2016 | $1,504 +6% | $20,235 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $1,418 +8.2% | $19,877 +1% |
| 2014 | $1,311 -4.7% | $19,680 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $1,377 -1.8% | $20,419 -3% |
| 2012 | $1,402 | $21,051 |
| 2011 | -- | $21,051 -5.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $22,259 |
| 2009 | -- | $22,259 -12.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $25,338 |
| 2005 | -- | $25,338 |
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Neighborhood: 62522
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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