Lakefront Decatur living at its best! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage-style home, delivers water front lifestyle, modern convenience at an affordable price . Step outside to deck space, then a private walkway / stairs leading to the water. 1.5 car garage, plus 2 parking spaces.
Upstairs, hardwood floors run throughout all three bedrooms, with two offering water views and comfortably fitting a king bed. The lower level is built for entertaining — dining area, two living spaces, and an eat-in kitchen with hard surface counters and stainless appliances. A second full bath completes the lower level with a sizable laundry and storage room.
Recent updates bring real peace of mind: new roof (2024), gutter guards, fresh exterior paint (2025), and replacement windows throughout.
Whether a full-time residence or a weekend lake retreat, 4271 Lake Shore Dr. delivers character and water access that's hard to find. Come see it for yourself!
For sale
$289,900
4271 E Lake Shore Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
2,163sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$134/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two living spacesDining areaReplacement windows throughoutDeck spaceStainless appliancesGutter guards
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Listed by:
Chris Harrison 309-834-3400,
Keller Williams Revolution,
Barbara McElroy 217-855-6090,
Keller Williams Revolution
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6260613
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
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18.2 x 14.8
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9.2 x 9.11
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 17.5
Dining room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 13.1
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 17.5
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12.7 x 17.5
Living room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 18.9 x 10.6
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,163
- Total interior livable area: 2,163 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,024
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 041308379043
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Spangler Heights
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $134/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $77,766
- Annual tax amount: $7,785
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,900+45%$134/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6260613 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2020 | Sold | $200,000-4.1%$92/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6202453 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2020 | Listed for sale | $208,500+17.8%$96/sqft |
Source: Brinkoetter, Realtors #6202453 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2019 | Sold | $177,000+9.3%$82/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6197434 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2018 | Sold | $162,000-6.1%$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2018 | Pending sale | $172,500$80/sqft |
Source: Brinkoetter & Associates #6183484 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2018 | Listed for sale | $172,500$80/sqft |
Source: Brinkoetter & Associates #6183484 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,528 +0.8% | $77,766 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $7,466 +2.3% | $75,013 +5.1% |
| 2022 | $7,301 +6.4% | $71,383 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $6,859 +34.4% | $66,665 +26.3% |
| 2020 | $5,102 +3.8% | $52,766 +1% |
| 2019 | $4,917 +37.2% | $52,244 +16% |
| 2018 | $3,584 -2.9% | $45,039 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $3,691 -2.2% | $46,242 -1% |
| 2016 | $3,774 -7.4% | $46,714 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $4,077 +7.9% | $45,888 +1% |
| 2014 | $3,780 -3.7% | $45,433 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $3,927 -1% | $47,140 -3% |
| 2012 | $3,969 | $48,598 |
| 2011 | -- | $48,598 +19.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $40,629 |
| 2009 | -- | $40,629 +10.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $36,812 |
| 2005 | -- | $36,812 |
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Neighborhood: 62521
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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