Situated on a half-acre corner lot across from newer homes and a beautiful walking trail within Maroa-Forsyth school district, this converted old schoolhouse has a lot to offer for $75,000! The unique interior offers a 19X6 enclosed front porch, quaint den/office, open living/kitchen area with great floor space and high ceilings, two efficient bedrooms, and a full hall bath. The large basement boasts laundry facilities, mechanicals, and great storage/work space. Property also features an older detached garage, older storage shed, and newer exterior vinyl siding. Furnace and central air conditioning unit have been updated but have not been used by current owner (propane tank has been removed from property -- mini split unit in kitchen has heated/cooled home). Private well/septic system on premises. Situated in a bustling growing area and overflowing with potential both inside as well as outside, this Macon County residential dwelling offers tons of history and potential! ** Property being sold AS IS, WHERE IS. **
Sold for $76,500
$76,500
988 W Forsyth Rd, Decatur, IL 62526
2beds
1,025sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1885
0.5 Acres Lot
$77,800 Zestimate®
$75/sqft
$1,045 Estimated rent
Home value
$77,800
$65,000 - $94,000
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Full hall bathHalf-acre corner lotTwo efficient bedroomsNewer exterior vinyl siding
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Listed by:
Seth A Goodman 217-737-3742,
ME Realty
Bought with:
Non-Member Agent RMLSA
Non-MLS
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1042751
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14ft 0in x 8ft 0in
Additional room
- Description: Enclosed front porch
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19ft 0in x 6ft 0in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 0in x 15ft 0in
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18ft 0in x 11ft 0in
Main level
- Area: 1025
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,025
- Total interior livable area: 1,025 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 070710300001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1885
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $75/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $34,516
- Annual tax amount: $2,259
- Date on market: 4/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Sold | $76,500+2%$75/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042751 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Pending sale | $75,000$73/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042751 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $75,000+40.2%$73/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042751 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2017 | Sold | $53,500-2.6%$52/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #6171567 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2017 | Pending sale | $54,900$54/sqft |
Source: Brinkoetter & Associates #6171567 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $54,900$54/sqft |
Source: Brinkoetter & Associates #6171567 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,098 +8.2% | $34,516 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $1,939 +9.1% | $31,730 +7.8% |
| 2022 | $1,777 +9.5% | $29,429 +6.9% |
| 2021 | $1,623 +3.7% | $27,518 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $1,565 +3% | $26,965 +0.1% |
| 2019 | $1,520 +0.8% | $26,949 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $1,508 | $27,141 +0.4% |
| 2017 | -- | $27,020 -0.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $27,085 +1.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $26,764 |
| 2014 | -- | $26,764 |
| 2013 | -- | $26,764 |
| 2012 | -- | $26,764 |
| 2011 | -- | $26,764 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $27,586 |
| 2009 | -- | $27,586 +17.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $23,470 |
| 2005 | -- | $23,470 |
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Neighborhood: 62526
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