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    • $389,900

    524 Ridge Ave, Decatur, IL 62521

    5beds
    3,139sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1980
    9,147 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $124/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Warm tonesEat-in kitchenGranite countertopsBeautiful brazilian cherry hardwoodOutdoor lower-level deckAntique white cabinetsDouble boat dock
    Lake Life awaits on Lake Decatur with an awesome double boat dock! 5 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths make this is a great home to live and entertain in full time, or as a vacation home. Beautiful Brazilian cherry hardwood and warm tones set the vibe with double doors connecting the house seamlessly to the outdoors. The eat-in kitchen features antique white cabinets, granite countertops and there is also dining room for formal dining or flex space. All the bedrooms are generous sized, with four bedrooms on the upper floor, including the master bedroom which has a private balcony deck and en-suite bath with double sinks. Downstairs offers more fun with a large family room with wet bar that connects to the outdoor lower-level deck. The 5th bedroom, with full bath on this level, would be a great guest or MIL space. The large dock really brings the enjoyment with everything you need including a covered boat lift with hoist, a second dock, and a shed for storing your boating items.
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    Listed by:

    Tasha Cohen 217-450-8500,

    Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6259595MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Upper
      • Width: 9
      Bedroom
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Lower
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Tub Shower
      • Level: Upper
      Dining room
      • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: Main
      Family room
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Lower
      • Width: 16
      Other
      • Features: Tub Shower
      • Level: Upper
      Other
      • Level: Lower
      Half bath
      • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Description: Flooring: Tile
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Wet Bar, Breakfast Area, Fireplace, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Workshop
      • Basement: Daylight,Finished,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Family/Living/Great Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,139
      • Total interior livable area: 3,139 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,236
      • Finished area below ground: 903

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck, Dock, Workshop
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Lake
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Lake
      • Waterfront features: Lake Privileges
      • Body of water: Lake Decatur
      • Frontage type: Waterfront
      Lot
      • Size: 9,147 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 181 x 51
      Details
      • Parcel number: 091317103007
      • Zoning: RES
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Basement
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1980

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Ridge Ideal
      Location
      • Region: Decatur

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $124/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $89,540
      • Annual tax amount: $7,856
      • Date on market: 7/6/2026
      • Road surface type: Concrete

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Listed for sale$389,900+151.5%$124/sqft
        Source: CIBR #6259595 Report a problem
        11/1/1996Sold$155,000$49/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$7,642 +6.2%$89,540 +7.6%
        2023$7,198 +5.1%$83,200 +6.4%
        2022$6,848 +5.9%$78,228 +5.5%
        2021$6,466 -2.8%$74,162 +2.6%
        2020$6,649 +5%$72,290 +2%
        2019$6,332 +3.6%$70,879 +2.2%
        2018$6,113 +1.4%$69,326 +1.3%
        2017$6,026 -12.3%$68,470 +0.1%
        2016$6,869 0%$68,429 +1.3%
        2015$6,870 +6.7%$67,551
        2014$6,440 +0.4%$67,551
        2013$6,416 +2.4%$67,551
        2012$6,267 $67,551
        2011-- $67,551 -4.4%
        2010-- $70,691
        2009-- $70,691 +18.5%
        2006-- $59,643
        2005-- $59,643
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 62521

        Getting around

        28 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        27 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        • District: Decatur Dist 61

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