NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1985 W Forest Ave Decatur, IL 62522

West End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $120,000 - $187,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,749 Sq Ft
$85/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 22, 2021

Last sale price $113,000 $65 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,088/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Home Security System
  • Gas Fireplace

About This Home

As of November 2021

What happens when you combine all the charm you desire in the West End with all the updates you hope for? This incredible home!! Located in the heart of the West End expect neighborhood block parties and an abundance of trick or treaters. Step in to refinished hardwood floors (19), gas fireplace, and built ins galore, through the formal dining room to an updated kitchen featuring granite countertops and stainless appliances. Full finished (and waterproofed!) basement offers a spacious family or game room, large laundry and additional full bath. Corner lot allows extra room to entertain with the new fenced in yard (19), hot tub, and sunroom - gas heater and window A/C give this room additional versatility no matter the season! Newer pipes boost water pressure even on the top floor, newer vinyl windows throughout, fresh paint (20), and a new roof (18 - full tear off) are even more reasons to make this home your own. Call to take a look today - this one won't last long!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Trickey

eXp Realty License #475176831 Listed on: 09/08/2021

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Glen Dahl

DahlHouse Real Estate License #471021682

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,103

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 5,800

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Spa
  • 5,800 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • Dennis Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04-12-16-310-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,103

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1192.0
  • Directions: From W Main, S on Linden Ave. to E on Forest.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Subdivision Name: Dennis Add
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Finished, Unfinished, Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 557.0
  • Interior Amenities: Fireplace
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Hot Tub/Spa
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Basement

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Security System
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Decatur Dist 61

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5800.0
  • Parcel #: 04-12-16-310-001
  • Zoning: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3103.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2021
Closed on
Nov 18, 2021
Sold by
Torreson Jonathan A and Torreson Taylor M
Bought by
Brown Kurtis R
Seller's Agent
Sara Trickey
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Glen Dahl
DahlHouse Real Estate
List Price
$124,900
Sold Price
$113,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,900
-9.53%
Current Estimated Value
$148,702

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$35,702
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.67%
Original Mortgage
$6,000
Outstanding Balance
$5,521
Interest Rate
2.99%
Estimated Equity
$138,604

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2018
Closed on
Jun 15, 2018
Sold by
Peterson James
Bought by
Torreson Jonathan A and Torreson Taylor M
Seller's Agent
Chris Harrison
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Buyer's Agent
Tim Vieweg
Vieweg Real Estate
List Price
$109,322
Sold Price
$105,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,822
-3.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.02%
Original Mortgage
$100,225
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2013
Sold by
Mclaughlin Thomas M and Mclaughlin Brittney J
Bought by
Peterson James and Peterson Joan M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2006
Sold by
Tate David L and Tate Shirley M
Bought by
Mclaughlin Thoams M and Mclaughlin Brittney J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,200
Interest Rate
6.78%
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
Brown Kurtis R -- None Listed On Document
Brown Kurtis R -- None Listed On Document
Torreson Jonathan A $105,500 None Available
Peterson James $103,000 None Available
Mclaughlin Thoams M $76,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brown Kurtis R $6,000
Closed Brown Kurtis R $6,000
Closed Brown Kurtis R $6,000
Open Brown Kurtis R $107,350
Closed Brown Kurtis R $107,350
Previous Owner Torreson Jonathan A $100,225
Previous Owner Peterson James $40,000
Previous Owner Mclaughlin Thomas M $69,448
Previous Owner Mclaughlin Thoams M $72,200
Previous Owner Tate David L $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/22/2021 11/22/21 Sold $113,000 -9.5% $65 / Sq Ft
10/20/2021 10/20/21 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2021 09/08/21 For Sale $124,900 +18.4% $71 / Sq Ft
06/15/2018 06/15/18 Sold $105,500 -3.5% $60 / Sq Ft
05/12/2018 05/12/18 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2018 04/12/18 For Sale $109,322 -- $63 / 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 $3,351 $40,614 $2,972 $37,642
2023 $3,302 $39,176 $2,867 $36,309
2022 $3,302 $38,289 $2,922 $35,367
2021 $3,062 $35,758 $2,729 $33,029
2020 $1,652 $21,539 $2,602 $18,937
2019 $1,652 $21,539 $2,602 $18,937
2018 $1,113 $21,595 $3,040 $18,555
2017 $1,170 $22,171 $3,121 $19,050
2016 $1,204 $22,397 $3,153 $19,244
2015 $1,124 $22,001 $3,097 $18,904
2014 $1,034 $21,783 $3,066 $18,717
2013 $1,377 $22,601 $3,181 $19,420
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Sara Trickey

    eXp Realty

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  • G

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Glen Dahl

    DahlHouse Real Estate

    (217) 809-1206

    4 in this area

    171 Total Sales

    Glen Dahl
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  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Chris Harrison

    Brinkoetter REALTORS®

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  • Tim Vieweg

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Tim Vieweg

    Vieweg Real Estate

    (217) 454-4037

    35 in this area

    530 Total Sales

    Tim Vieweg
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Map

Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6215561

APN: 04-12-16-310-001

Illinois Macon County Decatur 62522 West End

1985 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL

This home is located at 1985 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL 62522 since 08 September 2021 and is currently estimated at $148,702, approximately $85 per square foot. This property was built in 1926. 1985 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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