One of the few lakefront views without high lake taxes due to the small access road that runs between the house and the lake. The current owner took four years to find this lovely house, and the owner has been in it for over seven years. Wonderful views in the great Forest Knolls neighborhood right on the lake. Spacious 3 BR ranch with finished lower level (3rd bedroom in basement) with wet bar, great for entertaining. Sun room on the back overlooking gazebo with hot tub and beautifully landscaped, fenced back yard, cedar-lined closets in the lower level. Deck across front of house, insulated workshop at back of garage (w/nat gas heater), storage shed, new exterior sliding door to a hot tub that has only been used twice, kitchen with granite, stainless steel appliances, and much more. State Farm told the owner the roof has another seven years left, but it will need some work on the seawall and dock in the next couple of years. Price was lowered to be competitive with the $155 per square foot range of mid-tier lakefront homes overlooking Lake Decatur. Seller has the best neighbors! The lake view is also one of the best in town, and it's among the owner's favorite sunsets in the nation. Walking distance to the Scovill Zoo and Children's Museum of Illinois, plus right across from the Devon Amphitheater that Howard Buffett funded for our town to bring in great musical performances. The Seller owns two docks, one for sitting and one for a boat, which is very unusual for Lake Decatur. There is a large home renovation happening next door that may boost the property value of this residence after completion.
For sale
$289,777
4 Forest Knls, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
2,235sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.49 Acres Lot
$285,200 Zestimate®
$130/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lakefront viewsStorage shed
- 73 days |
- 1,282 |
- 54 |
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Jorge Romero jorge@realtyonegroupinc.com,
Realty One Group Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12588246
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Whirlpool)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X26
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 08X08
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Breakfast Room), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 06X08
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 399 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X21
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Partial,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,235 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Slip, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Dock
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub, Indoor Hot Tub
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Front of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Front of Property
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 x 154 x 119 x 147
Details
- Parcel number: 091319176002
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Combination
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $130/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $81,393
- Annual tax amount: $6,849
- Date on market: 3/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 230 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Estimated market value
$285,200
$271,000 - $299,000
$2,182/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,777-16.2%$130/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12588246 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2025 | Price change | $345,777-5.5%$155/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $365,777+115.2%$164/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2013 | Sold | $170,000-14.6%$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2013 | Price change | $199,000-6.1%$89/sqft |
Source: Glenda Williamson Realty #5191283 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2013 | Price change | $212,000-3%$95/sqft |
Source: Glenda Williamson Realty #5191283 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2013 | Price change | $218,500-2.7%$98/sqft |
Source: Glenda Williamson Realty #5191283 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2013 | Listed for sale | $224,500-99%$100/sqft |
Source: Glenda Williamson Realty #5191283 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2012 | Listing removed | $23,000,000$10,291/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2012 | Price change | $23,000,000+9687.2%$10,291/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2012 | Listed for sale | $235,000-6%$105/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2012 | Listing removed | $249,900$112/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2012 | Listed for sale | $249,900$112/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,849 +6.3% | $81,393 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $6,443 +5.2% | $75,630 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $6,123 +6% | $71,111 +5.5% |
| 2021 | $5,775 -2.7% | $67,416 +2.6% |
| 2020 | $5,936 +5.1% | $65,714 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,650 +3.6% | $64,431 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $5,452 -7.5% | $63,019 +1.2% |
| 2017 | $5,897 -4.1% | $62,241 -3.4% |
| 2016 | $6,146 +4.9% | $64,440 +1.3% |
| 2015 | $5,859 +6.7% | $63,613 |
| 2014 | $5,493 -9.1% | $63,613 |
| 2013 | $6,042 +21.5% | $63,613 |
| 2012 | $4,974 | $63,613 |
| 2011 | -- | $63,613 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $66,569 |
| 2009 | -- | $66,569 +8% |
| 2006 | -- | $61,631 |
| 2005 | -- | $61,631 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Muffley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.2 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Muffley K-6 School
- Middle: Stephen Decatur Middle School
- High: Eisenhower
- District: 61
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