1565 W Macon St

Decatur, IL 62522

$183,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,782 Sq. Ft.
$103 / Sq. Ft.
1,782
Sq. Ft.
$103
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/10/25
Closed 10/10/25

Description

Looking for the epitome of the west end?? With this charming Dutch Colonial, you've found your home. Situated on a picturesque block with a cobble stone roadway, you'll notice an east coast vibe right away. Out front there sits a spacious front porch area that invites you into this home. As you step inside, you'll adore the open feeling with an oversized living room anchored by a GAS FIREPLACE to your right and a pleasant dining room to your left that leads to an UPDATED KITCHEN. This space offers...Looking for the epitome of the west end?? With this charming Dutch Colonial, you've found your home. Situated on a picturesque block with a cobble stone roadway, you'll notice an east coast vibe right away. Out front there sits a spacious front porch area that invites you into this home. As you step inside, you'll adore the open feeling with an oversized living room anchored by a GAS FIREPLACE to your right and a pleasant dining room to your left that leads to an UPDATED KITCHEN. This space offers stainless appliances, CUSTOM CABINETRY, a subway tile backsplash and GRANITE countertops. Tucked to the rear of the living room, sits a delightful SUNROOM with panoramic views of the back of this home, including a cozy brick patio, a two-car garage and a PRIVATE FENCED YARD. Upstairs you'll find an UPDATED FULL BATH along with three bedrooms that includes an OVERSIZED MASTER BEDROOM! Roof 2024, Electrical updates 2024. Vinyl replacement windows. This is the perfect place to call home!
  1. Listed by Michael Sexton • Brinkoetter REALTORS®
    P: (217)-875-0555 msexton@brinkoetter.com

Property Details for 1565 West Macon Street

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Highlawns Add
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
MUN
LISTING CLOSED: 10/10/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1565 West Macon Street

StatusClosed
MLS #6254823
Days on Market8
Taxes$4,900 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1924
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
CountyMacon County
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Building Information for 1565 West Macon Street

Stories2Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF

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Property Information for 1565 West Macon Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: W Main St To S on Dennis to E on Macon.
  • Latitude: 39.83868
  • Longitude: -88.983639
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 04-12-16-332-004
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,900.00
  • 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: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
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Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Area: 0.18
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7950.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1762.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 20.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 796.0
  • Building Area Total: 1782.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 10.3x14.1
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Dimensions: 11.2x22.4
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 22.0
Room 3
  • Dimensions: 11.7x23.2
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Width: 23.0
Room 4
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 5
  • Dimensions: 11.2x9.6
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Main
  • Width: 9.0
Room 6
  • Dimensions: 13.7x9.4
  • Length: 13.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Width: 9.0
Room 7
  • Dimensions: 10.1x14.1
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Width: 14.0
Room 8
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 9
  • Dimensions: 12.6x13.7
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Width: 13.0

Property History for 1565 West Macon Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 10, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254823

$183,000—
Sep 26, 2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254823

—
Sep 15, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917301917

$183,000

+6.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/10/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254823

$183,000
09/26/2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254823

—
09/15/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917301917

$183,000

+6.1% / yr

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

Public Records for 1565 West Macon Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,370Additions$56,364Total$60,734
Tax Record2025$5,108 ($426 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size7,950 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-16-332-004

Schools near 1565 West Macon 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
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

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