145 North Taylor Avenue

Closed 4/28/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$121,000

3 beds1 bath1,560 sqft

145 N Taylor Ave, Decatur, IL 62522

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.16 acresLot Size

1914Year Built

$78/sq ftPrice per sq ft

1 carParking Spaces

Description

Move-in ready and full of charm, this West End bungalow offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and everyday living—just moments from Fairview Park! Featuring two bedrooms on the main level and a versatile insulated loft that could easily serve as bedroom number 3 with sitting area, cozy guest space, or a work-from-home office, this home adapts effortlessly to your lifestyle. Imagine starting your mornings with coffee on the inviting, cozy, covered front porch, then heading out for a walk,...Move-in ready and full of charm, this West End bungalow offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and everyday living—just moments from Fairview Park! Featuring two bedrooms on the main level and a versatile insulated loft that could easily serve as bedroom number 3 with sitting area, cozy guest space, or a work-from-home office, this home adapts effortlessly to your lifestyle. Imagine starting your mornings with coffee on the inviting, cozy, covered front porch, then heading out for a walk, bike ride, or relaxing afternoon at the nearby park. Inside, you’ll find thoughtful updates that make daily living easy, including a brand-new dishwasher and refrigerator (2025), water softener (2022), fresh carpet and additional insulation in the second bedroom, as well as added insulation in living room. The newer shower door and well-maintained spaces add to the home’s clean, move-in ready appeal. Step outside to enjoy a fully fenced backyard (2024)—perfect for pets, play, or hosting summer get-togethers. With four trees removed and new topsoil and grass seed in place, the yard is a blank canvas ready for your personal touch, whether that’s a garden, firepit area, or outdoor entertaining space. Additional updates like new gutters (2025) and a chimney tuckpointed in 2022 provide peace of mind, while the location and price point make this home an incredible opportunity. Whether you’re looking to simplify, invest, or settle into a space that truly feels like home, this one checks all the boxes! Call your Realtor today!

Listed by: Cassandra Anderson 217.254.9942 Cassandra@Brinkoetter.com • Brinkoetter REALTORS®

Listing closed: 04/28/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6257852

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Property Information for 145 North Taylor Avenue

Property Details

Taxes: $2,991 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Bungalow
Subdivision Name: Oakdale Add
Has Waterfront: No
Zoning: R-3

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1914
Lot Size: 0.16 AC / 6,969 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: E Main to North on Taylor Avenue, house is on West side of Street.
Latitude: 39.842031

Longitude: -88.982327

Taxes and HOA

Parcel Number: 04-12-16-180-027
Tax Annual Amount: $2,991.00

Tax Year: 2024

School Information

Elementary School: Dennis
Elementary School District: Decatur Dist 61

High School: Macarthur
High School District: Decatur Dist 61
Middle Or Junior School: Dennis
Middle Or Junior School District: Decatur Dist 61

Parking

Attached Garage: No
Garage Spaces: 1.0

Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Detached, Garage

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Property

Lot Information

Lot Size Acres: 0.16
Lot Size Area: 0.16

Lot Size Square Feet: 7081.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete

Property and Assessments

Above Grade Finished Area: 1560.0
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 756.0

Building Area Total: 1560.0
Living Area Source: Other
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 1914
Year Built Source: Public Records

Building Features

Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Levels: One

Roof: Shingle
Stories: 1
Total Stories: 1

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch

Interior Features

Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Basement: Unfinished, Partial

Has Basement: Yes
Full Bathrooms: 1
Total Bathrooms: 1
Total Bedrooms: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Has Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: 1
Total Rooms: 6

Room Information

Room 1

Type: Living Room
Level: Main

Room 2

Type: Dining Room
Level: Main

Room 3

Type: Master Bathroom
Level: Main

Room 4

Type: Kitchen
Level: Main

Room 5

Type: Loft
Level: Upper

Room 6

Type: Loft
Level: Upper

Dimensions: 10.0
Width: 10.0

Room 7

Type: Bedroom
Level: Main

Room 8

Type: Bedroom
Level: Upper

Room 9

Type: Bathroom
Level: Main

Property History for 145 North Taylor Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Apr 28, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1939133553	$121,000	—
Apr 28, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1937607320	$121,000	+5.8% / yr
Apr 28, 2026	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257852	$121,000	—
Apr 9, 2026	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257852		—
Apr 7, 2026	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257852	$117,000	—
Jul 8, 2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1493816353	$97,500	+16.7% / yr
Jul 8, 2022	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6221055	$97,400	—
Jul 8, 2022	Sold MRED #11498463	$97,400	—
Jun 3, 2022	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6221055		—
Jun 3, 2022	Pending MRED #11498463		—
May 24, 2022	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6221055	$94,900	—
May 24, 2022	Listed (Active) MRED #11498463	$94,900	—
Aug 18, 2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1471550903	$85,000	+20.9% / yr
Aug 13, 2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1296425752	$48,000	-40.9% / yr
Dec 31, 2015	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1452213807	$190,000	—
Dec 31, 2015	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1452939541	$190,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
04/28/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1939133553	$121,000
04/28/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1937607320	$121,000 +5.8% / yr
04/28/2026	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257852	$121,000
04/09/2026	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257852	—
04/07/2026	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257852	$117,000
07/08/2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1493816353	$97,500 +16.7% / yr
07/08/2022	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6221055	$97,400
07/08/2022	Sold MRED #11498463	$97,400
06/03/2022	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6221055	—
06/03/2022	Pending MRED #11498463	—
05/24/2022	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6221055	$94,900
05/24/2022	Listed (Active) MRED #11498463	$94,900
08/18/2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1471550903	$85,000 +20.9% / yr
08/13/2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1296425752	$48,000 -40.9% / yr
12/31/2015	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1452213807	$190,000
12/31/2015	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1452939541	$190,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 145 North Taylor Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,895Additions$35,682Total$39,577

Tax Record2025$3,134 ($261 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,178 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,178 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,081 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-16-180-027Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 145 North Taylor Avenue

This home is within Decatur School District 61.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
2/10	Dennis Lab School	Public - Serves this home	K to 8	2.2 mi
2/10	Macarthur High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.8 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School	Charter - Choice school	PK to 8	3.3 mi
4/10	Garfield Montessori School	Public - Choice school	PK to 8	5.4 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School	Public - Choice school	K to 8	2.1 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	1.8 mi


Rating	School	Distance
2/10	Dennis Lab School PublicK to 8 Serves this home	2.2 mi
2/10	Macarthur High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.8 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School CharterPK to 8 Choice school	3.3 mi
4/10	Garfield Montessori School PublicPK to 8 Choice school	5.4 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School PublicK to 8 Choice school	2.1 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy PublicK to 8 Nearby school	1.8 mi

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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 145 North Taylor Avenue, Decatur, IL 62522	$121,000	3	1	1,560	6,969
205 North Taylor Avenue, Decatur, IL 62522	$53,500	–	2	990	7,080
176 North Taylor Avenue, Decatur, IL 62522	$180,000	3	3	2,434	6,969
160 North Taylor Avenue, Decatur, IL 62522	$147,500	4	2	2,695	6,969
162 North Taylor Avenue, Decatur, IL 62522	$135,000	2	2	2,802	6,969
225 North Taylor Avenue, Decatur, IL 62522	–	–	1	1,288	7,097
170 Oakdale Boulevard, Decatur, IL 62522	–	–	1	1,576	6,990
174 Oakdale Boulevard, Decatur, IL 62522	$75,000	–	2	1,267	7,005
134 Oakdale Boulevard, Decatur, IL 62522	–	–	1	870	6,970

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