NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1555 W Forest Ave Decatur, IL 62522

West End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $88,000 - $101,296

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,378 Sq Ft
$69/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 10, 2015

Last sale price $17,000 $12 Per Sq Ft

Est. 462% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $698/month

83 Days on Market

About This Home

As of September 2015

Spacious 2-story home near Millikin University. The main floor offers a living room w/FP, some built-in book cases, and lots of sunny windows, a dining room, a kitchen w/plenty of cabinet space, and a half BA. The upper floor offers 3 bedrooms all w/HW floors and 1 full BA. Other amenities include a full unfinished basement and a large backyard. Property is being sold AS IS. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Do

Do Realty Services, Inc. License #471000834 Listed on: 05/28/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Out of Area Out of Area

OUT OF AREA FIRM License #475085083

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 6,665

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • 2-Story Property

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Residential
  • Type: Single Family
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Unit Style: 1-Level
  • Legal Description: L 0010B 06 HIGHLAWNS ADD 02BK3181/554 167X40 BK3109/135
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living Room
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13.8x13, On Level: Upper, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Foundation: Full, Block, Unfinished
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15x11, On Level: Upper, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13.6x9.5, On Level: Upper, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Formal Dining Room: Dimensions: 13x11, On Level: Main, Flooring: Laminate
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 11x11, On Level: Main, Flooring: Laminate
  • Laundry: On Level: Basement
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 23x13.8, On Level: Main, Flooring: Carpet
  • Total Basement Sq Ft: 689
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 12.34
  • Finished Sq Ft: 1378
  • Total Sq Ft: 1378
  • Finished Main Level Sq Ft: 1378

Utilities

  • Heating Cooling: Gas, Forced Air, Central Air, Window Unit
  • Water Sewer: Public Water, Public Sewer
  • Utility Companies: Cityville,Ameren Illinois

Schools

  • High School: Decatur District #61

Lot Info

  • Estimated Lot Size: 6680
  • Geo Subdivision: IL

Tax Info

  • Annual Taxes: 1254.08
  • Parcel Id Number Tax Id: 041216334005
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • High School School District: Decatur District #61

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2015
Closed on
Sep 10, 2015
Sold by
Secretary Of Hud
Bought by
Harner Nicholas Mark and Kline Ashtyn Taylor
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Do
Do Realty Services, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Out of Area Out of Area
OUT OF AREA FIRM
List Price
$25,000
Sold Price
$17,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-32%
Total Days on Market
83
Current Estimated Value
$95,574

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$78,574
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.37%
Original Mortgage
$46,200
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 2002
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
Harner Nicholas Mark -- None Available
-- $64,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Harner Nicholas $52,000
Closed Harner Nicholas $52,000
Closed Harner Nicholas Mark $46,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/10/2015 09/10/15 Sold $17,000 -32.0% $12 / Sq Ft
08/19/2015 08/19/15 Pending -- -- --
05/28/2015 05/28/15 For Sale $25,000 -- $18 / Sq Ft
Source: RMLS Alliance

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 $1,944 $26,081 $3,383 $22,698
2023 $1,907 $25,157 $3,263 $21,894
2022 $1,919 $24,765 $4,505 $20,260
2021 $1,762 $23,128 $4,207 $18,921
2020 $1,707 $22,055 $4,012 $18,043
2019 $1,707 $22,055 $4,012 $18,043
2018 $1,357 $18,917 $2,354 $16,563
2017 $1,406 $19,422 $2,417 $17,005
2016 $1,439 $19,620 $2,442 $17,178
2015 $1,970 $19,273 $2,399 $16,874
2014 $1,263 $19,082 $2,375 $16,707
2013 $1,317 $19,799 $2,464 $17,335
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Stephanie Do

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Stephanie Do

    Do Realty Services, Inc.

    (217) 241-2523

    2 in this area

    248 Total Sales

    Stephanie Do
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Out of Area Out of Area

    OUT OF AREA FIRM

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Map

Source: RMLS Alliance

MLS Number: RMACA152861

RMLS Alliance

APN: 04-12-16-334-005

Illinois Macon County Decatur 62522 West End

1555 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL

This home is located at 1555 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL 62522 since 28 May 2015 and is currently estimated at $95,574, approximately $69 per square foot. This property was built in 1922. 1555 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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