3 bedroom 2 full bath previously approved for Section 8 but currently vacant. Seller will also consider a contract for deed offer at a higher price! This is a great opportunity for a first-time home buyer or an investor. The home exterior has been freshly painted.
Sold for $75,000 on 07/31/25
$75,000
249 N 17th St, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$78,300 Zestimate®
$107/sqft
$1,157 Estimated rent
Home value
$78,300
$70,000 - $88,000
$1,157/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 13, 2025 at 12:28pm
Listed by:
Debra Jones 217-429-5218,
Lyle Campbell & Son Realtors
Bought with:
Debra Jones, 475213798
Lyle Campbell & Son Realtors
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6251705
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: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Other
- Features: Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 700
- Total interior livable area: 700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 700
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 041213152016
- Zoning: MUN
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Decatur
- Subdivision: East Park Boulevards
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2025 | Sold | $75,000+25.2%$107/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6251705 | ||
| 7/8/2025 | Pending sale | $59,900$86/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6251705 | ||
| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $59,900$86/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6251705 | ||
| 5/3/2025 | Listing removed | $59,900$86/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6251705 | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $59,900+604.7%$86/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6251705 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $558 +0.9% | $5,768 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $554 +4% | $5,563 +6.9% |
| 2022 | $532 +6.4% | $5,206 +7.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Muffley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 2 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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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