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Garfield Park Homes for Sale

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    $13,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 900 Sq Ft

    960 W Green St, Decatur, IL 62522

    This Property will be auctioned on Auction dot com - please go to the website, register an account and submit your offer(s). Listed for $13,000. DECATUR PAIRED OPPORTUNITY! Estimated as 2BR/1BA bungalow with 900 sq ft above grade PLUS a 900 sq ft full basement for a total of 1,800 sq ft! Built 1910. SAME STREET as 1097 W Green St (also in portfolio) - buy both for maximum efficiency! Paired

    Ryan Widerberg eXp Realty - Chicago North Ave

    960 W Green St, Decatur, IL 62522
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    $32,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,200 Sq Ft

    1060 W King St, Decatur, IL 62522

    Pride of ownership shows in this well-kept three-bedroom two bath home ready for your finishing touches. 1 car garage, new flooring, full basement, double pain windows 2025, tar roof 2025, 2 fireplaces and a gas chimney. Vinyl flooring, hardwood flooring, carpet, with vintage kitchen. Newer water heater and the electric has been updated.

    Tytus Cousins Intellectual Real Estate Services and Investments

    1060 W King St, Decatur, IL 62522
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    $14,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,400 Sq Ft

    979 W Cerro Gordo St, Decatur, IL 62522

    Selling AS-IS , no interior access is allowed.. TOTAL REHAB NEEDED! Perfect for investors!

    Rosa Abdullah Brilliant Real Estate

    979 W Cerro Gordo St, Decatur, IL 62522
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    $12,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 943 Sq Ft

    1097 W Green St, Decatur, IL 62522

    This Property will be auctioned on Auction dot com - please go to the website, register an account and submit your offer(s). Listed for $12,000. Estimated as a 3BR/1BA ranch offering 943 sq ft above grade PLUS a 943 Full Basement for a total of 1,886 sq ft! Active rental market, diverse employment base, established neighborhoods. Full basement creates competitive advantage - most budget

    Ryan Widerberg eXp Realty - Chicago North Ave

    1097 W Green St, Decatur, IL 62522
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    $65,500

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 748 Sq Ft

    1213 W Marietta St, Decatur, IL 62522

    *MOTIVATED SELLER* This well cared for home is ready for the next family to cherish it. 2 bedroom home features new furnace in 2017. Water heater in 2025. Windows and siding in 2013. Electric was updated in 2017. New 2 car insulated garage in 2014. This truly is the perfect starter home with all the major updates already in place. Just move in and put your spin on it. Room sizes are approximate.

    Debra Jones Mtz Realty Services

    1213 W Marietta St, Decatur, IL 62522
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    $35,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,641 Sq Ft

    1045 N Monroe St, Decatur, IL 62522

    Wow! This property has the potential to be a 3 unit, triplex! Located centrally with a huge fenced yard and detached garage! This property has so much to offer! Bring your skills and visions and make this one part of your portfolio, or convert back to a single family home.

    Mary McCumber Mtz Realty Services

    1045 N Monroe St, Decatur, IL 62522

Why Live in Garfield Park

Garfield Park in Decatur, directly north of the private Millikin University, is a diverse neighborhood featuring a mix of college students, homeowners and investors. The area is known for its smaller Arts and Crafts homes, which line wide, tree-shaded streets. Outdoor recreation is readily available with Garfield Park and the adjacent Fairview Park offering amenities such as playgrounds, sports courts and picnic areas. Everyday necessities are close by with a Save A Lot grocery store in the northwest corner of the neighborhood and a CVS Pharmacy, along with several chain restaurants, to the south. Dining options include Biggens Bar and Billiards, serving pub fare, and Frank's Chicago Grill, known for its generously stacked Philly cheesesteaks. Fairview Shopping Center offers additional eateries and retail stores. Downtown Decatur, with its diverse dining options and boutique shops, is just under 2 miles away. The intersection of Highway 36 and East Route 48 provide easy access to Interstate 72. Decatur Airport is under 7 miles away. Public transportation is available with numerous bus stops. The neighborhood experiences occasional noise from a nearby industrial train track.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garfield Park a good place to live?
Garfield Park is a good place to live. Garfield Park is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. Garfield Park is an urban pioneer neighborhood. Garfield Park has 8 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 33. The average household income is $38,170 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Garfield Park are renters, with 61.7% of residents renting and 38.3% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Garfield Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Garfield Park neighborhood guide.
Is Garfield Park, IL a safe neighborhood?
Garfield Park, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 8 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Garfield Park?
The median home price in Garfield Park is $49,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $10,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $10K a year to afford the median home price in Garfield Park. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Garfield Park is $38K.
What are the best public schools in Garfield Park?
The best public schools that serve Garfield Park are:
What are the best private schools in Garfield Park?
The best private schools that serve Garfield Park are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Garfield Park, Decatur, IL?
The most popular zip codes in Garfield Park, Decatur, IL include 62522, 62526, 62521, 62535 and 62544.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Garfield Park, Decatur, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Garfield Park, Decatur, IL are Neighborhood Empowerment, Millikin Home, Ravina Park, Near West and GM Square.

Home Trends in Garfield Park, IL

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$50,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$45,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$49
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Months of Supply
3.40
Median List Price
$49,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
54%
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