NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1653 W Forest Ave Unit 1653-1655 Decatur, IL 62522

West End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $115,000 - $130,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,574 Sq Ft
$49/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 14, 2020

Last sale price $84,999 $33 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $949/month

154 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Attic
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Front Porch

About This Home

As of December 2020

West end brick duplex with long term month to month tenants is an excellent buying/ investment opportunity. Both units share basement storage space with their own washer/ dryer hook ups and both have a 1 car garage for parking. 1653 has had complete interior cosmetic renovations including refinished hardwood floors, refurbished drywall and paint, electrical updates, newer light fixtures, newer appliances (including washer and dryer) and all new windows. 1655 offers some bath and lighting upgrades, a new furnace and CA unit. Fireplaces are non-functioning.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Campbell

Lyle Campbell & Son Realtors License #471009648 Listed on: 07/12/2020

Co-Listed By

Becca Smart

Doolin Properties, Inc. DBA On Point Property Management License #475158825

Last Buyer's Agent

Glenda Williamson

Glenda Williamson Realty License #471004505

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,422

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 8,830 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property fronts a private road

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,574 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Replacement Windows
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Dennis Elementary School
  • Stephen Decatur Middle School
  • Macarthur High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Dennis Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04-12-16-330-007

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,422

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2574.0
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 3890
  • Co List Office Phone: 217-429-5218
  • Directions: West of Fairview on Forest
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Subdivision Name: Dennis Add
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Duplex
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Breakfast Area, In-Law Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Replacement Windows
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass, Shingle
  • 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
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dennis
  • High School: Macarthur
  • Middle Or Junior School: Stephen Decatur
  • Junior High Dist: Decatur Dist 61

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8830.0
  • Parcel #: 04-12-16-330-007
  • Zoning: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2422.26

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2020
Closed on
Nov 20, 2020
Sold by
King Wendy K
Bought by
Wolf Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Lisa Campbell
Lyle Campbell & Son Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Glenda Williamson
Glenda Williamson Realty
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$84,999
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,901
-5.45%
Current Estimated Value
$125,728

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$40,729
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.06%
Original Mortgage
$63,749
Outstanding Balance
$58,006
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$59,849

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2006
Sold by
Cline Chalmers L and Cline Marilotte
Bought by
King Wendy K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$51,200
Interest Rate
6.59%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Wolf Jennifer $85,000 None Available
King Wendy K $64,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wolf Jennifer $63,749
Previous Owner King Wendy K $51,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/14/2020 12/14/20 Sold $84,999 -5.5% $33 / Sq Ft
12/14/2020 12/14/20 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2020 07/12/20 For Sale $89,900 -- $35 / 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 $3,379 $34,903 $4,536 $30,367
2023 $3,351 $33,667 $4,375 $29,292
2022 $3,127 $30,574 $4,259 $26,315
2021 $2,938 $28,554 $3,978 $24,576
2020 $2,422 $22,779 $3,793 $18,986
2019 $2,422 $22,779 $3,793 $18,986
2018 $2,095 $19,941 $3,660 $16,281
2017 $2,145 $20,474 $3,758 $16,716
2016 $2,185 $20,683 $3,796 $16,887
2015 $2,077 $20,317 $3,729 $16,588
2014 $1,928 $20,116 $3,692 $16,424
2013 $1,993 $20,872 $3,831 $17,041
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Lisa Campbell

    Lyle Campbell & Son Realtors

    (217) 520-9583

    13 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Lisa Campbell
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Becca Smart

    Doolin Properties, Inc. DBA On Point Property Management

    (217) 690-0739

    8 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Becca Smart
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Glenda Williamson

    Glenda Williamson Realty

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Map

Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6202807

APN: 04-12-16-330-007

Illinois Macon County Decatur 62522 West End

1653 W Forest Ave Unit 1653-1655, Decatur, IL

This home is located at 1653 W Forest Ave Unit 1653-1655, Decatur, IL 62522 since 12 July 2020 and is currently estimated at $125,728, approximately $48 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 1653 W Forest Ave Unit 1653-1655 is a home located in Macon County with nearby schools including Dennis Lab School and Teen Challenge-Home For Girls.

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