For sale

$169,900

5542 Thrush Ave, Decatur, IL 62521

3beds

1,947sqft

$1,371/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1950

0.28 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$87/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Versatile bonus roomMature landscapingFlexible living spaceReplacement windows

Welcome to 5542 Thrush Ave, a well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath two-story home offering flexible living space and several important updates. The main level includes a versatile bonus room that could serve as a home office, guest room, or additional bedroom option. Upstairs you’ll find three bedrooms and an updated full bath. The home features replacement windows, a roof replaced in 2020, and mechanical systems replaced approximately 2 years ago. The full unfinished basement includes waterproofing completed in 2020, dual sump pumps, and battery backups. The conditioned breezeway provides additional usable space and connects to the attached 1-car garage. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard with partial fencing and mature landscaping. With many major updates already completed, this home offers a great opportunity to add your own personal touches.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Upper
Dimensions: 14 x 13

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Upper
Dimensions: 13 x 13

Bedroom

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Upper
Dimensions: 13 x 12

Bonus room

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 12

Other

Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 20

Other

Description: Flooring: Tile
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 6

Other

Description: Flooring: Tile
Level: Upper
Dimensions: 8 x 6

Kitchen

Description: Flooring: Tile
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 15

Laundry

Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14 x 11

Living room

Description: Flooring: Carpet
Level: Main
Dimensions: 27 x 15

Heating

Forced Air, Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator

Features

Windows: Replacement Windows
Basement: Unfinished,Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,947
Total interior livable area: 1,947 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,947
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Attached, Garage
Attached garage spaces: 1

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Fence
Fencing: Yard Fenced

Lot

Size: 0.28 Acres
Dimensions: 120 x 100

Details

Parcel number: 091316127007
Zoning: RES
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Aluminum Siding
Foundation: Basement
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1950

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Decatur

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $87/sqft
Tax assessed value: $44,300
Annual tax amount: $2,491
Date on market: 9/25/2026
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/25/2026	Listed for sale	$169,900$87/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12764889 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$2,582 -2.4%	$44,300 +7.6%
2023	$2,647 -35%	$41,163 +6.4%
2022	$4,072 +4.9%	$38,704 +5.5%
2021	$3,881 -3%	$36,692 +2.6%
2020	$4,001 +606.1%	$35,765 +2%
2019	$567 +1.1%	$35,067 +2.2%
2018	$561 +0%	$34,299 +1.3%
2017	$560 -0.2%	$33,875 +0.1%
2016	$561 +3.4%	$33,854 +1.3%
2015	$543 +6.6%	$33,419
2014	$509 +0.5%	$33,419
2013	$507 -14.2%	$33,419
2012	$590	$33,419
2011	--	$33,419 -4.4%
2010	--	$34,971
2009	--	$34,971 +13.3%
2006	--	$30,867
2005	--	$30,867