Step back in time with this historic home built by the famous George Barber , ready to be brought back to life. This rare find has incredible potential for someone with a vision and passion for restoration. The structure has been taken down to the original boards, offering a blank canvas to rebuild from the ground up while preserving its 19th-century character.Featuring original framing, tall ceilings, and classic architectural lines, this hone is ideal for a full renovation or historic revival,
All major systems need updating--including electrical,plumbing,HVAC, walls and finishes--allowing you to customize everything to today's standards while honoring the past.
For sale
$30,000
442 W Prairie Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
0beds
0baths
2,988sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$10/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Tall ceilingsClassic architectural linesOriginal framing
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tonya Feller 217-875-8081,
Glenda Williamson Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6260333
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: No Hot Water, None
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,988
- Total interior livable area: 2,988 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,988
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 041215252012
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: None
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Sewer Not Available, Water Not Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Western Add
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $10/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $24,478
- Annual tax amount: $2,450
- Date on market: 8/14/2026
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $30,000-18.9%$10/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listing removed | $37,000$12/sqft |
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| 1/13/2026 | Price change | $37,000-7.5%$12/sqft |
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| 10/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $40,000+166.7%$13/sqft |
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| 11/30/2022 | Sold | $15,000-42.3%$5/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2019 | Sold | $26,000$9/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,370 +0.8% | $24,478 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $2,350 +164.9% | $23,612 +172.2% |
| 2022 | $887 +6.4% | $8,673 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $833 -2.1% | $8,099 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $851 +3.6% | $7,800 +1% |
| 2019 | $821 -55.1% | $7,723 -55.5% |
| 2018 | $1,827 -2.1% | $17,355 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $1,866 -1.9% | $17,818 -1% |
| 2016 | $1,902 +5.2% | $18,000 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $1,807 +7.7% | $17,682 +1% |
| 2014 | $1,678 -3.2% | $17,507 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $1,734 -0.6% | $18,164 -3% |
| 2012 | $1,745 | $18,725 |
| 2011 | -- | $18,725 -5.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $19,799 |
| 2009 | -- | $19,799 +10.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $17,940 |
| 2005 | -- | $17,940 |
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Neighborhood: 62522
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Dennis Lab SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 2/10Macarthur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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