Country living with room to breathe on nearly an acre, located on Decatur’s far northeast side in the Argenta-Oreana School District. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offers the peace and privacy of a rural setting while still being conveniently close to town.
The home features a new furnace installed in 2023 and a roof replaced within the last five years, providing buyers with confidence in the major mechanicals. The single-level layout offers comfortable living with potential to personalize or expand over time.
The spacious lot provides endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment, gardening, or additional outbuildings. If you’ve been looking for an affordable home with country feel, acreage, and solid updates already in place, this is an opportunity worth a look.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (2/5)
$65,000
5527 N Route 48, Decatur, IL 62526
2beds
644sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.97 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$101/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Single-level layoutNearly an acreSpacious lot
- 86 days |
- 1,243 |
- 54 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 04, 2026 at 06:06pm
Listed by:
Tony Piraino 217-875-0555,
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6256368
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 644
- Total interior livable area: 644 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 644
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Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.97 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 180820251001
- Zoning: AGR
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cundiff Add
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $101/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $26,160
- Annual tax amount: $1,802
- Date on market: 12/31/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 86 days
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/5/2026 | Price change | $65,000-13.3%$101/sqft |
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| 12/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $75,000+87.5%$116/sqft |
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| 12/24/2024 | Sold | $40,000$62/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,802 +6.2% | $26,160 +10.3% |
| 2023 | $1,696 +2.5% | $23,720 +7.2% |
| 2022 | $1,656 +3.9% | $22,123 +7.5% |
| 2021 | $1,593 +1.8% | $20,581 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $1,565 +1.1% | $20,167 +2.1% |
| 2019 | $1,548 -1.5% | $19,756 -1.5% |
| 2018 | $1,572 +1.3% | $20,052 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $1,551 -2% | $19,727 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $1,583 +2.7% | $19,769 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $1,542 +3.4% | $19,612 |
| 2014 | $1,491 +42.9% | $19,612 |
| 2013 | $1,044 +0.8% | $19,612 |
| 2012 | $1,035 | $19,612 |
| 2011 | -- | $19,612 -2% |
| 2010 | -- | $20,010 |
| 2009 | -- | $20,010 |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $17,536 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$453/mo
Principal & interest
$335
Property taxes
$118
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62526
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Argenta-Oreana Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 6/10Argenta-Oreana Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6 mi
- 2/10Argenta-Oreana High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Argenta Oreana Dist 1
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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