1417 W Forest Ave

Decatur, IL 62522

$78,900
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,500 Sq. Ft.
$53 / Sq. Ft.
1,500
Sq. Ft.
$53
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 4/21/21
Closed 4/21/21

Description

Beautiful West End home. This 2 bed 1.5 bath home has been lovingly maintained and updated while keeping that West End charm everyone loves. The refinished hardwood floors and oak crown molding and trim are just a couple of highlights here! Stained glass front door leads you to an open living room with those beautiful hardwood floors and large windows. Living room has a large cased opening to the dining room. Off the dining room is a screened porch perfect for relaxing and enjoying the upcoming fall...Beautiful West End home. This 2 bed 1.5 bath home has been lovingly maintained and updated while keeping that West End charm everyone loves. The refinished hardwood floors and oak crown molding and trim are just a couple of highlights here! Stained glass front door leads you to an open living room with those beautiful hardwood floors and large windows. Living room has a large cased opening to the dining room. Off the dining room is a screened porch perfect for relaxing and enjoying the upcoming fall weather. The kitchen has modern touches and is open with plenty of counter and cabinet space. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms including the master and a fully renovated full bathroom. Both bedrooms have walk-in closets, too! The master is inviting and cozy and features 2 closets and tons of space. Lower level has a finished rec room, too! The back yard is fenced in with lots of shade. There is nothing to do here but move in. Call today for a showing!
  1. Listed by Glenda Williamson • Glenda Williamson Realty
    P: (217)-875-8081 C: (217)-519-1080 Glenda@glendawilliamson.com

Property Details for 1417 West Forest Avenue

Architectural Style
Other
Subdivision Name
University Place
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
RES
LISTING CLOSED: 04/21/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1417 West Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #6207534
Days on Market49
Taxes$2,035 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF
CountyMacon County
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Building Information for 1417 West Forest Avenue

Stories1Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

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Property Information for 1417 West Forest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: South Fairview to West on Forrest. Home on left.
  • Latitude: 39.836686
  • Longitude: -88.980187
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 04-12-16-404-012
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,035.00
  • Tax Year: 2019
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Decatur Dist 61
  • High School District: Decatur Dist 61
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Decatur Dist 61
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6604.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1260.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 240.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 240.0
  • Building Area Total: 1500.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Shake Siding
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Finished, Unfinished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 6

Property History for 1417 West Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 21, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1460409459

$79,000

-0.9% / yr

Apr 21, 2021

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6207534

$78,900—
Mar 8, 2021

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6207534

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/21/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1460409459

$79,000

-0.9% / yr

04/21/2021

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6207534

$78,900
03/08/2021

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6207534

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Public Records for 1417 West Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,631Additions$28,340Total$31,971
Tax Record2025$2,424 ($202 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size6,604 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-16-404-012

Schools near 1417 West Forest Avenue

This home is within Decatur School District 61.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Dennis Lab School
Public - K to 8
Macarthur High School
Public - 9 to 12
Robertson Charter School
Charter - PK to 8
Johns Hill Magnet School
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Dennis Lab School
PublicK to 8

Macarthur High School
Public9 to 12

Robertson Charter School
CharterPK to 8

Johns Hill Magnet School
PublicK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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