165 North Park Place

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$305,000
3 beds2,422 sqft$126/sqft
165 N Park Pl, Decatur, IL 62522
Est: $1,919/moGet pre-approved

Description

Don't miss the opportunity to merge history into the present in this 3 bedroom/1 1/2 bath, one-of-a-kind two-story home near Millikin University and just steps from Fairview Park. Swedish immigrant John Benson (founder - Benson Creamery) brought his Swedish inspired architecture to Decatur in 1928 and built this beautifully crafted brick home on this ~ half-acre landscaped lot. You will appreciate the character - front stoop with a circular arch and the covered brick front porch. Inside, mosaic tile...Don't miss the opportunity to merge history into the present in this 3 bedroom/1 1/2 bath, one-of-a-kind two-story home near Millikin University and just steps from Fairview Park. Swedish immigrant John Benson (founder - Benson Creamery) brought his Swedish inspired architecture to Decatur in 1928 and built this beautifully crafted brick home on this ~ half-acre landscaped lot. You will appreciate the character - front stoop with a circular arch and the covered brick front porch. Inside, mosaic tile covers floors in the foyer, kitchen, and sun room (or office or...). Laundry is conveniently available on the main floor OR the basement. Upstairs, the master bedroom features 3 spacious closets and cedar lined storage. Clean hot water heat provided by a serviced boiler .. and the window air conditioners have been replaced by 3 mini-split units, allowing for more zoning flexibility if desired. The high ceilings and ornate woodwork are accented by stain glass windows. Call your realtor!
LISTING UPDATED: 08/10/2026 09:06 AM

  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 165 North Park Place

Status
Active
MLS #
6260139
Days on Market
Listed Today
Taxes
$4,421 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1928
Lot Size
0.46 AC / 20,037 SF
County
Macon County
Architectural Style
Tudor
Subdivision Name
Park View Add
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
MUN

Location

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Building Information for 165 North Park Place

Stories2Year Built1928Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,037 SF

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Property Information for 165 North Park Place

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: W Main to Park Place
  • Latitude: 39.84218
  • Longitude: -88.979278
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 04-12-16-253-037
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,421.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
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: 0.46
  • Lot Size Area: 0.46
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 19823.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2422.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1053.0
  • Building Area Total: 2422.0
  • Living Area: 2422.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Tile
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Total Rooms: 8
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 4
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 5
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 7
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Laundry
Room 8
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 10
  • Level: Main
Room 11
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room

Property History for 165 North Park Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260139

$305,000—
Oct 21, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1133101715

$25,000—
Oct 21, 2016

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6164341

$25,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/10/2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260139

$305,000
10/21/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1133101715

$25,000
10/21/2016

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6164341

$25,000

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

Public Records for 165 North Park Place

Taxable ValueLand$12,351Additions$46,021Total$58,372
Tax Record2025$4,421 ($368 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,150 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,150 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,826 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1928ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-16-253-037Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 165 North Park Place

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
Garfield Montessori School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Dennis Lab School
PublicK to 8

Macarthur High School
Public9 to 12

Robertson Charter School
CharterPK 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 165 North Park Place, Decatur, IL 62522

165 North Park Place is a single family home for sale in Decatur, IL 62522. This listing's school district is Decatur School District 61. Nearby schools include Dennis Lab School, Macarthur High School and Robertson Charter School. 165 North Park Place is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,422 sqft single family home built in 1928.

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