$132,000
SOLD OCT 17, 2025

5301 Ricky Dr Decatur, IL 62521

2 Beds
1 Bath
816 Sq Ft
0.6 Acres

Recently Sold

$162 Per Sq Ft

27% Below List Price

73 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Workshop
  • Patio
  • Mt. Zion Elementary School Rated A-
  • 4 Car Garage
  • Shed

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the sought-after Mt. Zion School District. Nestled among mature trees with inviting curb appeal, this property offers peace and charm from the moment you arrive. Inside, natural light fills the living room and flows into the kitchen, creating a bright and welcoming space. Updates include all-new windows, lighting, fresh paint, and a brand-new roof (2024). A waterproofed basement, new refrigerator, washer, and dryer add peace of mind and convenience. The basement is already framed and ready to finish, offering potential for extra living space with an existing fireplace setup. Outside, enjoy both an attached two-car garage and a detached two-car garage, plus a backyard shed for abundant storage and workspace. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for a well-maintained home with room to grow, this property checks all the boxes. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tony Piraino

Brinkoetter REALTORS® License #471021128 Listed on: 07/07/2025

Co-Listed By

Ashley Lamb

Brinkoetter REALTORS® License #475182829

Last Buyer's Agent

Tasha Heacock

Mtz Realty Services License #475211590

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,145

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 0.6 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned MUN

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Workshop
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 09-13-33-177-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,145

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 816.0
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 3850
  • Co List Office Phone: 217-875-0555
  • Directions: Rt 121 south toward Mt Zion, left on Bentonville, left on Christy, House is on the corner of Christy & Ricky
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 816.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Fireplace, Main Level Primary, Workshop
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Replacement Windows

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Other, Shed, Workshop
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Garage

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Mt Zion Dist 3

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 26136.0
  • Parcel #: 09-13-33-177-001
  • Zoning: MUN

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2144.96

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2022
Sold by
Dorsey Reinal C
Bought by
Heise Jonathan W
Current Estimated Value
$136,012

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,000
Outstanding Balance
$87,437
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$48,575

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2017
Sold by
Ready Sean D
Bought by
Dorsey Reinal C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,862
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2016
Sold by
Ready Sean D and Ready Ghuniem Maureen Suzanne
Bought by
Ready Sean D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2013
Sold by
Wrigley James
Bought by
Ready Sean and Ready Maureen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,642
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 2009
Sold by
Wrigley James
Bought by
Wrigley James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,000
Interest Rate
4.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2008
Sold by
Ozier Philkip and Ozier Lisa
Bought by
Wrigley James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,000
Interest Rate
6.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 2005
Sold by
Shafer Donald J
Bought by
Ozler Phillip and Ozler Lisa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,600
Interest Rate
5.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1995
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $115,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $103,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $102,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $95,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $82,000 None Available
Deed $60,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $92,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $90,862 FHA
Previous Owner $100,642 FHA
Previous Owner $76,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $76,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $65,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/17/2025 10/17/25 Sold $132,000 -9.0% $162 / Sq Ft
09/18/2025 09/18/25 Pending -- -- --
08/26/2025 08/26/25 Price Changed $145,000 -3.3% $178 / Sq Ft
08/06/2025 08/06/25 Price Changed $150,000 -10.7% $184 / Sq Ft
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Price Changed $168,000 -6.6% $206 / Sq Ft
07/07/2025 07/07/25 For Sale $179,900 -- $220 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

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 $2,145 $40,114 $3,349 $36,765
2023 $2,063 $37,274 $3,112 $34,162
2022 $1,924 $35,047 $2,927 $32,120
2021 $1,854 $33,225 $2,774 $30,451
2020 $1,771 $31,754 $2,651 $29,103
2019 $1,771 $31,754 $2,651 $29,103
2018 $1,721 $31,058 $2,593 $28,465
2017 $1,711 $30,675 $2,561 $28,114
2016 $1,710 $30,656 $2,559 $28,097
2015 $1,651 $30,262 $2,526 $27,736
2014 $1,603 $30,262 $2,526 $27,736
2013 $1,632 $30,262 $2,526 $27,736
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6252867

APN: 09-13-33-177-001