NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1499 W Forest Ave Decatur, IL 62522

West End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $71,761 - $88,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,494 Sq Ft
$51/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 20, 2021

Last sale price $49,900 $33 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $545/month

64 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Attic
  • Fenced Yard
  • Front Porch
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of October 2021

This westside bungalow feels so much bigger once you walk through the front door. The rooms are so spacious and there is hardwood under the carpeting. The living room features a wood burning fireplace with built-in cabinets on each side. The dining room is extra large with built-ins. There is a main floor laundry room, or if you prefer there is laundry access in the basement as well. There is a walk up attic and could be finished or just used for storage. The kitchen is roomy and so cute! The backyard is fenced in and connects to a 2-car garage. Roof 2010, furnace and AC 2012. approximately $140. monthly for Ameren budget billing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beverly Gharst

Brinkoetter, Realtors License #475129502 Listed on: 06/25/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Lewie Lewis

Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First License #475194540

Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,108

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 5,861 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,494 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • University Place Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04-12-16-404-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,108

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1494.0
  • Directions: Fairview to west on Forest. The home sits on the south side and is on a corner lot.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Other
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Subdivision Name: University Place
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Main Level Master
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Stories: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Fencing: Yard Fenced
  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Decatur Dist 61

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5861.0
  • Parcel #: 04-12-16-404-001
  • Zoning: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1108.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 25, 2021
Closed on
Oct 20, 2021
Sold by
Noel Matthew A and Noel Megan
Bought by
Brown Matthew and Brown Najma E
Seller's Agent
Beverly Gharst
Brinkoetter, Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Lewie Lewis
Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First
List Price
$54,900
Sold Price
$49,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-9.11%
Total Days on Market
64
Current Estimated Value
$75,940

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$26,040
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.30%
Original Mortgage
$42,750
Outstanding Balance
$39,321
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$36,619

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2007
Sold by
Baxter Jon C
Bought by
Noel Matthew A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$53,500
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 1999
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Brown Matthew $50,000 None Listed On Document
Brown Matthew $50,000 None Listed On Document
Noel Matthew A $53,500 None Available
-- $39,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brown Matthew $42,750
Closed Brown Matthew $42,750
Previous Owner Noel Matthew A $53,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/20/2021 10/20/21 Sold $49,900 -9.1% $33 / Sq Ft
08/29/2021 08/29/21 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2021 06/25/21 For Sale $54,900 -- $37 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,411 $20,576 $3,003 $17,573
2023 $1,378 $19,848 $2,897 $16,951
2022 $1,223 $17,955 $3,017 $14,938
2021 $1,108 $16,769 $2,818 $13,951
2020 $1,062 $15,990 $2,687 $13,303
2019 $1,062 $15,990 $2,687 $13,303
2018 $924 $14,799 $2,088 $12,711
2017 $963 $15,194 $2,144 $13,050
2016 $988 $15,349 $2,166 $13,183
2015 $928 $15,078 $2,128 $12,950
2014 $856 $14,929 $2,107 $12,822
2013 $906 $15,490 $2,186 $13,304
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Beverly Gharst

    Brinkoetter, Realtors

    (217) 875-0555

    2 in this area

    62 Total Sales

    Beverly Gharst
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  • Lewie Lewis

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Lewie Lewis

    Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First

    (217) 855-9711

    5 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    Lewie Lewis
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Map

Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6214155

APN: 04-12-16-404-001

Illinois Macon County Decatur 62522 West End

1499 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL

This home is located at 1499 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL 62522 since 25 June 2021 and is currently estimated at $75,940, approximately $50 per square foot. This property was built in 1910. 1499 W Forest Ave is a home located in Macon County with nearby schools including Dennis Lab School, St. Patrick School, and Teen Challenge-Home For Girls.

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