Located in the desirable South Shores area, this home offers more living space than meets the eye. The main level provides a comfortable and efficient layout, while the finished basement significantly expands the home’s functionality. Downstairs, you’ll find a spacious family room featuring a cozy fireplace—perfect for relaxing or entertaining—along with an additional finished room currently used as a bedroom and a full bath. With three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this home delivers flexibility for a variety of living needs. A great opportunity to enjoy a sought-after location with added living space at an accessible price point.
For sale
$115,000
27 2nd South Shores Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
1,403sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$82/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceFinished basementAdditional finished roomSpacious family roomComfortable and efficient layoutThree bedrooms
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 16, 2026 at 07:14am
Listed by:
Blake Reynolds 217-422-3335,
Main Place Real Estate
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6256696
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Recreation
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Fireplace, Main Level Primary
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family/Living/Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,403
- Total interior livable area: 1,403 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 903
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 041222482007
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $82/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $26,397
- Annual tax amount: $1,975
- Date on market: 1/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $115,000+15%$82/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6256696 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2024 | Sold | $100,000+0.1%$71/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6240500 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2024 | Pending sale | $99,900$71/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6240500 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $99,900+27.3%$71/sqft |
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| 12/27/2007 | Sold | $78,500+59.2%$56/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,975 +1.9% | $26,397 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $1,937 +9.7% | $25,463 +9.4% |
| 2022 | $1,767 +9.1% | $23,273 +7.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$695/mo
Principal & interest
$446
Property taxes
$209
Home insurance
$40
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10South Shores Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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