3540 Forest Pkwy Decatur, IL 62521
Estimated payment $2,269/month
Highlights
- 5.48 Acre Lot
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Tankless Water Heater
- Central Air
About This Home
Come check out this one of a kind property! Sitting on 5.48 acres with a 1-acre stocked pond filled with catfish, walleye, crappie, and bluegill, this home offers two true, fully updated living spaces. The main level features a gorgeous gourmet cherry kitchen with soft-close cabinetry, custom granite countertops, Kenmore Elite appliances, and a convection cooktop and oven. Heated ceramic floors flow through the kitchen, hallway, half bath, and laundry area. The master suite is a retreat with a slate walk-in shower. The lower level includes another full kitchen, a spacious family room, two additional bedrooms, and a full bathroom, making it a perfect setup for a mother-in-law suite or guest quarters. Step outside to enjoy the stunning retaining wall, covered deck overlooking the pond, and all the wildlife on this treed piece of paradise. Deer and turkey are known to roam the land frequently! The oversized two-car garage and huge heated shop/building (plumbed for a bathroom) provide plenty of space for vehicles, hobbies, and storage. This home also includes a whole-house Siemens generator. Major updates include a brand-new roof on the house and garage (2024) and a freshly pumped septic system. Don’t miss your chance to own this incredible property!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,504
Year Built
- Built in 1976
Lot Details
- 5.48 Acre Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,489 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Laundry on main level
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Convection Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Well
- Tankless Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 18-08-33-176-010
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $5,504 | $85,882 | $24,816 | $61,066 |
| 2023 | $5,140 | $77,870 | $22,501 | $55,369 |
| 2022 | $4,986 | $72,626 | $20,986 | $51,640 |
| 2021 | $4,765 | $67,562 | $19,522 | $48,040 |
| 2020 | $4,610 | $64,856 | $18,740 | $46,116 |
| 2019 | $4,610 | $64,856 | $18,740 | $46,116 |
| 2018 | $4,657 | $65,497 | $18,925 | $46,572 |
| 2017 | $4,595 | $64,434 | $18,618 | $45,816 |
| 2016 | $4,691 | $64,569 | $18,657 | $45,912 |
| 2015 | $5,037 | $64,057 | $18,509 | $45,548 |
| 2014 | $4,907 | $64,057 | $18,509 | $45,548 |
| 2013 | $4,911 | $64,057 | $18,509 | $45,548 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/05/2025 10/05/25 | Price Changed | $340,000 | -2.9% | $137 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/29/2025 09/29/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | +40.1% | $141 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/19/2019 11/19/19 | Sold | $249,900 | 0.0% | $100 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/08/2019 10/08/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/21/2019 09/21/19 | For Sale | $249,900 | +6.3% | $100 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/31/2015 07/31/15 | Sold | $235,000 | -9.6% | $94 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/03/2015 07/03/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/22/2014 10/22/14 | For Sale | $259,900 | -- | $104 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $250,000 | Attorney Title | |
| Deed | $235,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $218,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $187,500 | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $245,373 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $174,400 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $37,500 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 6255380
APN: 18-08-33-176-010
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