Welcome to 740 Simpson Ave, Decatur! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is situated on a spacious 0.93-acre lot at the end of a dead-end road, offering added privacy while still being conveniently located in the heart of Decatur. Features include a fenced yard, modern appliances, comfortable living space, and a 1-car attached garage. Rare opportunity to enjoy nearly an acre of ground with in-town convenience.
For sale
$130,000
740 Simpson Ave, Decatur, IL 62526
3beds
1,413sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.93 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$92/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern appliancesFenced yardComfortable living space
- 14 hours |
- 465 |
- 20 |
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Listed by:
Brandon Peteroccelli 217-706-1440,
Haldon Burgener Auction & Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6258621
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Width: 13
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,413
- Total interior livable area: 1,413 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,413
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.93 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 070735327015
- Zoning: MUN
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: The Highlands An Add
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $92/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $28,945
- Annual tax amount: $2,000
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000+37.6%$92/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6258621 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2021 | Sold | $94,500$67/sqft |
Source: CIBR #6209863 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2021 | Pending sale | $94,500$67/sqft |
Source: Brinkoetter, Realtors #6209863 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $94,500+58.8%$67/sqft |
Source: Brinkoetter, Realtors #6209863 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2012 | Sold | $59,500-6.3%$42/sqft |
Source: CIBR #5189594 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2012 | Price change | $63,475-7.3%$45/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX EXECUTIVES PLUS #189594 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2012 | Price change | $68,500-7.3%$48/sqft |
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| 7/29/2012 | Listed for sale | $73,900$52/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,000 +10.5% | $28,945 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $1,811 -2.9% | $26,609 +7.8% |
| 2022 | $1,866 +9.2% | $24,678 +6.9% |
| 2021 | $1,708 -2.9% | $23,076 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $1,759 +3% | $22,612 +0.1% |
| 2019 | $1,708 -0.2% | $22,598 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $1,711 -0.3% | $22,759 -0.6% |
| 2017 | $1,716 -0.8% | $22,885 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $1,731 +5.1% | $22,940 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $1,647 +7% | $22,668 |
| 2014 | $1,539 -39.1% | $22,668 -17.4% |
| 2013 | $2,529 +30.9% | $27,436 |
| 2012 | $1,931 | $27,436 |
| 2011 | -- | $27,436 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $28,279 |
| 2009 | -- | $28,279 +9.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $25,836 |
| 2005 | -- | $25,836 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62526
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Parsons Accelerated SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Macarthur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Decatur Dist 61
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