Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,226 sqft$48/sqft
1850 E Prairie Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
Single FamilyProperty Type
6,080 sq ftLot Size
1900Year Built
$48/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

This Beautifully Remodeled 4-bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home is move-in ready and in great condition. Updates include a new roof (3 years old), New LVP flooring on the first level, New paint on the cabinets, New bathroom surround on the tub, Painted the floors in the upper bedrooms, and painted the porch out front. HVAC and water heater are approximately 12 years old. There is an outdoor enclosed porch off the kitchen, and a 2 car garage that has been drywalled and equipped with electrical-ideal for a work...This Beautifully Remodeled 4-bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home is move-in ready and in great condition. Updates include a new roof (3 years old), New LVP flooring on the first level, New paint on the cabinets, New bathroom surround on the tub, Painted the floors in the upper bedrooms, and painted the porch out front. HVAC and water heater are approximately 12 years old. There is an outdoor enclosed porch off the kitchen, and a 2 car garage that has been drywalled and equipped with electrical-ideal for a work shop, hobby space or storage. Whether you are looking for a solid home for yourself or an investment property, this one is ready to go! Section 8 currently pays $1700/month for 4 bedroom homes making this a great rental opportunity.

    Sold By RE/MAX Choice

    • Listed by: Kimberly Romine 309.275.0716 kjromine9@gmail.com • RE/MAX Choice
    Listing closed: 12/03/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12450375

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $69,000

    Avg days on market

    10

    Sale-to-list ratio

    94.5%

    Decatur, IL

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    Property Information for 1850 East Prairie Avenue

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $348 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1.5 Story
    • County: Macon County
    • Area: Decatur
    • Subdivision: Not Applicable
    • Township: Decatur
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
    • Heat/Fuel: Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Bungalow
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1900
    • Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,080 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 61
    • Elementary School: Michael E. Baum
    • Jr High Middle School: Thomas Jefferson
    • High School District: 61
    • High School: Eisenhower
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 61
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Parking Details: Driveway, Alley Access, Yes, Owned
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Num Of Rooms: 7
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
    • Basement Sq Ft: 805
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Room Type: No additional rooms
    • Num of Baths: 1.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1.5 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 100+ Years
    • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
    • Total Sq Ft: 1226
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1226
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2031
    • Main Sq Ft: 805
    • Upper Sq Ft: 421
    • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 152x40
    • Zero Lot Line: No
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
    • Construction: Vinyl Siding
    • General Information: None
    • Living Area Source: Estimated
    • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 805
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 0
    • Photos Count: 16
    • Rural: N
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X11
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X11
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 16X12
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X12
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X11
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: N/A
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X11
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 11X5
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 12X12

    Property History for 1850 East Prairie Avenue

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Dec 3, 2025

    Sold

    MRED #12450375

    $58,500
    Dec 1, 2025

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1925066234

    $58,500

    +14.1% / yr

    Nov 12, 2025

    Pending

    MRED #12450375

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    12/03/2025

    Sold

    MRED #12450375

    $58,500
    12/01/2025

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1925066234

    $58,500

    +14.1% / yr

    11/12/2025

    Pending

    MRED #12450375

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

    Public Records for 1850 East Prairie Avenue

    Taxable ValueLand$818Additions$3,066Total$3,884
    Tax Record2025$362 ($30 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Lot Size6,080 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-13-154-016

    Schools near 1850 East Prairie Avenue

    This home is within Decatur School District 61.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 6
    Public - 7 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - PK to 8
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Michael E Baum Elementary School
    PublicK to 6

    Stephen Decatur Middle School
    Public7 to 8

    Eisenhower High School
    Public9 to 12

    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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 1850 East Prairie Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521
    $58,500
    4
    1,226
    6,080
    6,080
    3,080
    6,080
    6,080
    2,880

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