$15,000

Estimated payment $132/month

Total Views 59,957
2 Beds
1 Bath
912 Sq Ft
$16 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Closed Circuit Camera
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Bungalow
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

**Investor Opportunity or Affordable First Home!** Opportunities like this don't come around often! This charming **2-bedroom cottage** is tucked away in a quiet, private neighborhood on a dead-end street, offering peace and privacy while remaining just minutes from major roads, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Located near **Hess Park, Mueller, and The Elms**, this home features numerous updates to the **kitchen and bathroom**, plus a **full basement** and **1-car garage**, adding value and functionality. Whether you're looking to start or expand your rental portfolio, or you're a first-time homebuyer searching for an affordable place to call home, this property offers incredible potential. Live here now, build equity, and save for your dream home later—or turn it into a solid investment property. **Features include:** * 2-bedroom cottage
* Updated kitchen and bathroom
* Full basement
* 1-car garage
* Quiet dead-end street
* Convenient location close to parks, schools, shopping, and major routes
* Excellent investment or owner-occupant opportunity **Selling AS IS.** Don't miss your chance to own this hidden gem with outstanding value and endless possibilities. Schedule your showing today before it's gone! Bring your proof of cash funds!

Listing Agent

Renee Sommer

County Line Realty License #471004125 Listed on: 06/12/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $610

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 6,090 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Replacement Windows
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Closed Circuit Camera

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Stares Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04-12-11-105-029

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$610

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

6,090 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 912.0
  • Directions: MLK to Johnson St. (1/2 block south of garfield on the west side turn at church)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Subdivision Name: Stares Add
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 576.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Other
  • Has Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Main Level Primary
  • Fireplace: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Replacement Windows

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Basement

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Decatur Dist 61

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6090.0
  • Parcel #: 04-12-11-105-029
  • Zoning: RES

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 610.0

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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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
2025 $610 $6,537 $372 $6,165
2024 $590 $6,094 $347 $5,747
2023 $585 $5,879 $335 $5,544
2022 $553 $5,407 $390 $5,017
2021 $520 $5,051 $365 $4,686
2020 $512 $4,817 $349 $4,468
2019 $512 $4,817 $349 $4,468
2018 $543 $5,170 $189 $4,981
2017 $556 $5,308 $194 $5,114
2016 $567 $5,362 $196 $5,166
2015 $538 $5,268 $193 $5,075
2014 $504 $5,216 $191 $5,025
2013 $517 $5,412 $198 $5,214
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/12/2026 06/12/26 For Sale $15,000 -- $16 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed $5,000 --
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Renee Sommer

County Line Realty

(217) 301-3833

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MLS Number: 6259216

APN: 04-12-11-105-029

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