165 South Dennis Avenue

Closed 7/24/25

Sold

Last Sold Price

$164,000

4 beds2 baths2,061 sqft

165 S Dennis Ave, Decatur, IL 62522

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.11 acresLot Size

1924Year Built

$80/sq ftPrice per sq ft

1 carParking Spaces

Description

This West End beauty blends charm and modern convenience from the moment you arrive. Step onto the inviting covered porch and into a home that’s been thoughtfully updated throughout. The kitchen offers clean lines and function with solid-surface counters, stainless appliances, and custom cabinetry. The main floor bath is fully renovated, and the finished basement includes a legal 4th bedroom with egress—perfect for guests or a home office. Major improvements include a new roof (2023), updated plumbing...This West End beauty blends charm and modern convenience from the moment you arrive. Step onto the inviting covered porch and into a home that’s been thoughtfully updated throughout. The kitchen offers clean lines and function with solid-surface counters, stainless appliances, and custom cabinetry. The main floor bath is fully renovated, and the finished basement includes a legal 4th bedroom with egress—perfect for guests or a home office. Major improvements include a new roof (2023), updated plumbing and new drains, a newer water heater, exterior drain line, insulated crawl spaces, and a smart thermostat for energy efficiency. You'll also find peace of mind with a radon mitigation system (2022). Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard retreat with a stained concrete patio. This home is truly move-in ready—inside and out.

Listed by: Aaron Warner 217.412.0797 aaron@aaronsellshouses.com • Main Place Real Estate
Listed by: Taylor Peterson 217.520.0830 taylor@mainplace.us • Main Place Real Estate

Listing closed: 07/24/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6252439

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Property Information for 165 South Dennis Avenue

Property Details

Taxes: $3,708 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Bungalow
Subdivision Name: Highlawns Add
Has Waterfront: No
Zoning: R-1

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1924
Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: W Main to S on Dennis
Latitude: 39.840256

Longitude: -88.984733

Taxes and HOA

Parcel Number: 04-12-16-181-011
Tax Annual Amount: $3,708.00

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: 1.0

Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Detached, Garage

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Property

Lot Information

Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Lot Size Area: 0.11

Lot Size Square Feet: 4761.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Other

Property and Assessments

Above Grade Finished Area: 1449.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 612.0

Below Grade Unfinished Area: 396.0
Building Area Total: 2061.0
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

Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch

Interior Features

Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Basement: Finished, Unfinished, Full

Has Basement: Yes
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedrooms: 4
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Has Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: 1
Total Rooms: 9

Property History for 165 South Dennis Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 24, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1907842146	$164,000	+8.3% / yr
Jul 24, 2025	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252439	$164,000	—
Jun 25, 2025	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252439		—
Jun 22, 2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252439	$169,000	—
Nov 21, 2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1502111998	$132,500	+9.2% / yr
Nov 21, 2022	Sold MRED #11636901	$132,500	—
Nov 21, 2022	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6223250	$132,500	—
Oct 13, 2022	Price Change MRED #11636901	$135,500	—
Oct 13, 2022	Pending MRED #11636901		—
Oct 13, 2022	Contingent MRED #11636901		—
Oct 13, 2022	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6223250		—
Sep 26, 2022	Pending MRED #11636901		—
Sep 23, 2022	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6223250	$139,900	—
Sep 23, 2022	Listed (Active) MRED #11636901	$139,900	—
Jun 2, 2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1253682991	$82,000	-13.2% / yr
May 23, 2014	Sold MRED #11587505	$84,000	—
May 23, 2014	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6132384	$84,000	—
May 21, 2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1117239088	$126,000	—
Apr 18, 2014	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6132384		—
Apr 18, 2014	Pending MRED #11587505		—
Apr 17, 2014	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6132384	$84,900	—
Apr 17, 2014	Listed (Active) MRED #11587505	$84,900	—
Jun 13, 2003	Sold MRED #11561751	$63,000	—
Jan 24, 2003	Listed (Active) MRED #11561751	$74,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/24/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1907842146	$164,000 +8.3% / yr
07/24/2025	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252439	$164,000
06/25/2025	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252439	—
06/22/2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252439	$169,000
11/21/2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1502111998	$132,500 +9.2% / yr
11/21/2022	Sold MRED #11636901	$132,500
11/21/2022	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6223250	$132,500
10/13/2022	Price Change MRED #11636901	$135,500
10/13/2022	Pending MRED #11636901	—
10/13/2022	Contingent MRED #11636901	—
10/13/2022	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6223250	—
09/26/2022	Pending MRED #11636901	—
09/23/2022	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6223250	$139,900
09/23/2022	Listed (Active) MRED #11636901	$139,900
06/02/2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1253682991	$82,000 -13.2% / yr
05/23/2014	Sold MRED #11587505	$84,000
05/23/2014	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6132384	$84,000
05/21/2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1117239088	$126,000
04/18/2014	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6132384	—
04/18/2014	Pending MRED #11587505	—
04/17/2014	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6132384	$84,900
04/17/2014	Listed (Active) MRED #11587505	$84,900
06/13/2003	Sold MRED #11561751	$63,000
01/24/2003	Listed (Active) MRED #11561751	$74,900

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

Public records

165 South Dennis Avenue

Beds

Total Finished SqFt

1,008 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,008 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

4,761 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Schools near 165 South Dennis 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	0.9 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School	Charter - Choice school	PK to 8	3.4 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School	Public - Choice school	K to 8	2.2 mi
4/10	Garfield Montessori School	Public - Choice school	PK to 8	5.5 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	1.7 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	0.9 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School CharterPK to 8 Choice school	3.4 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School PublicK to 8 Choice school	2.2 mi
4/10	Garfield Montessori School PublicPK to 8 Choice school	5.5 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy PublicK to 8 Nearby school	1.7 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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