$235,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2015

3540 Forest Pkwy Decatur, IL 62521

1 Bed
2.5 Baths
2,489 Sq Ft
5.48 Acres

Recently Sold

$94 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

253 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 5.48 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Pond
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of November 2019

Paradise realized! Own a piece today with this split level with 2 designer kitchens, the upper having heated tile, both w/ granite & stainless appliances. Large master w/ walk in shower and closet with laundry, heated floors and a view of your very own spring fed, stocked pond. w/ covered pavilion. 30 x 50 x 10 out building w/ workshop and a 8x8 livestock bldg. Horses allowed. Woodburning stove in the basement is wood fed and can heat the entire house!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Sexton

Brinkoetter REALTORS® License #475136451 Listed on: 10/22/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Sexton

Brinkoetter REALTORS® License #475136451 Listed on: 10/22/2014

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,817

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 5.48 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,489 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Argenta-Oreana Elementary And Middle School
  • Argenta-Oreana High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 180833176010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,817

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2489.0
  • Directions: Reas Bridge Rd N. on Forest Parkway to end of street, thru gates to house.
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.48
  • Lot Size: 5.48
  • Property Sub Type: Other
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Other
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Architectural Style: Bi-Level
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Other
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Propane Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Fireplace, Bath in Master Bedroom, Main Level Master, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Other

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Roof: Other
  • Lot Features: Pond, Wooded
  • Waterfront: No
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Water Source: Well
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank

Schools

  • Elementary School: Argenta-Oreana
  • High School: Argenta-Oreana
  • Middle Or Junior School: Argenta-Oreana
  • Junior High Dist: Other

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 238700.8
  • Parcel #: 180833176010
  • Zoning: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4816.66

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 21, 2019
Closed on
Nov 19, 2019
Sold by
Keen Tracy and Keen Paul
Bought by
Hiser Jerrime M
Seller's Agent
Angie Castelli
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Buyer's Agent
Tasha Cohen
Vieweg Real Estate
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$249,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.13%
Original Mortgage
$245,373
Outstanding Balance
$215,433
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$119,742

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 22, 2014
Closed on
Jul 1, 2015
Seller's Agent
Michael Sexton
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Buyer's Agent
Michael Sexton
Brinkoetter, Realtors
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-9.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 2006
Sold by
Walker Louis W and Walker Patricia A
Bought by
Bretz Guy M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$174,400
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 2005
Sold by
Oak Robert D and Oak Joyce E
Bought by
Walker Louis W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.46%
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 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
Source: Public Records

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: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
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
07/03/2015 07/03/15 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2014 10/22/14 For Sale $259,900 -- $104 / 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 $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
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Kristy Frost

    Main Place Real Estate

    (217) 671-7530

    163 Total Sales

    Kristy Frost
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  • Angie Castelli

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Angie Castelli

    Brinkoetter REALTORS®

    (217) 454-8235

    109 Total Sales

    Angie Castelli
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  • Tasha Cohen

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Tasha Cohen

    Vieweg Real Estate

    (217) 201-2610

    159 Total Sales

    Tasha Cohen
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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Michael Sexton

    Brinkoetter REALTORS®

    (217) 433-1062

    184 Total Sales

    Michael Sexton
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Map

Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6135662

APN: 18-08-33-176-010

Illinois Macon County Decatur 62521

3540 Forest Pkwy, Decatur, IL

This home is located at 3540 Forest Pkwy, Decatur, IL 62521 and is currently priced at $235,000, approximately $94 per square foot. This property was built in 1974. 3540 Forest Pkwy is a home located in Macon County with nearby schools including Argenta-Oreana Elementary School, Argenta Oreana High School, and Argenta-Oreana Middle School.

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