1553 W Main St

Decatur, IL 62522

$199,950
Price
4
Beds
2,290 Sq. Ft.
$87 / Sq. Ft.
2,290
Sq. Ft.
$87
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

West end gem just steps from Millikin University on just under half an acre! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers character, flexibility, and natural light throughout. Original hardwood floors run accross the main level, where double-paned windows fill the home with sunlight. The sunroom and living room are connected by a double-sided fireplace. The kitchen features a bay window, custom cabinetry, and a new tap water system. The dining room includes a full bath, ideal for a main floor master conversion....West end gem just steps from Millikin University on just under half an acre! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers character, flexibility, and natural light throughout. Original hardwood floors run accross the main level, where double-paned windows fill the home with sunlight. The sunroom and living room are connected by a double-sided fireplace. The kitchen features a bay window, custom cabinetry, and a new tap water system. The dining room includes a full bath, ideal for a main floor master conversion. Upstairs, all bedrooms have great natural light. The primary bedroom has two walk-in closets, the secondary bedroom also has a large walk-in closet, and another bedroom has its own half bath. The full bath includes custom cabinetry and a jacuzzi tub. Bathrooms feature penny tile floors. Additional highlights include separate HVAC units, a whole-house fan, wiring for stereo, screened-in porch with a classic west end porch swing, tornado room in the basement, and a 2-car detached garage.
  1. Listed by Randy Grigg • Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First
    P: (217)-454-0091 C: (217)-454-0091 randy@bhgservicefirst.com

Property Details for 1553 West Main Street

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Highlawns Add
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
RES
LISTING UPDATED: 06/22/2026 07:11 AM

Property Details for 1553 West Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #6257832
Days on Market75
Taxes$4,940 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1911
Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,500 SF
CountyMacon County
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Location

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Building Information for 1553 West Main Street

Stories2Year Built1911Building Size-Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,500 SF

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Property Information for 1553 West Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 39.840815
  • Longitude: -88.983447
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 04-12-16-182-007
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,940.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
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: 0.42
  • Lot Size Area: 0.42
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 18500.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2290.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 878.0
  • Building Area Total: 2290.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1911
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Screened
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Steam
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Total Rooms: 8
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 3
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 4
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 7
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
Room 11
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom

Property History for 1553 West Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 22, 2026

Price Change

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257832

$199,950—
Apr 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257832

$215,000—
Oct 28, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1476636891

$167,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/22/2026

Price Change

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257832

$199,950
04/08/2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6257832

$215,000
10/28/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1476636891

$167,000

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

Public Records for 1553 West Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$10,170Additions$51,000Total$61,170
Tax Record2025$5,149 ($429 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,252 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,252 SqFtStories2Lot Size18,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1911ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-16-182-007Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1553 West Main Street

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
American Dreamer STEM Academy
Public - K to 8
Garfield Montessori School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Dennis Lab School
PublicK to 8

Macarthur High School
Public9 to 12

American Dreamer STEM Academy
PublicK to 8

Garfield Montessori School
PublicPK 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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More information about 1553 West Main Street, Decatur, IL 62522

1553 West Main Street is a single family home for sale in Decatur, IL 62522. This property was listed for sale on April 9, 2026 by Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First, it's currently listed at $199,950. It has been on the market for a total of 75 days and was last sold on October 28, 2021. This listing's school district is Decatur School District 61. Nearby schools include Dennis Lab School, Macarthur High School and American Dreamer STEM Academy. 1553 West Main Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,290 sqft single family home built in 1911.

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