2255 W Forest Ave

Decatur, IL 62522

$157,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,616 Sq. Ft.
$97 / Sq. Ft.
1,616
Sq. Ft.
$97
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 6/18/25
Closed 6/18/25

Description

This storybook west end home is full of charm! The first thing you notice is the beautifully landscaped front walkway. The inviting living room will have you wanting to cozy up with a fire and a good book. The spacious dining room flows seamlessly into the quaint kitchen - stainless appliances stay! Upstairs, is three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. Lots of closet space! Hardwood floors run throughout the home, adding timeless character. The basement includes a finished rec room and a...This storybook west end home is full of charm! The first thing you notice is the beautifully landscaped front walkway. The inviting living room will have you wanting to cozy up with a fire and a good book. The spacious dining room flows seamlessly into the quaint kitchen - stainless appliances stay! Upstairs, is three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. Lots of closet space! Hardwood floors run throughout the home, adding timeless character. The basement includes a finished rec room and a separate laundry area. Enjoy the outdoors from the 17 x 10 enclosed porch (screens & storm windows), which overlooks a large fully fenced yard. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a brand-new metal roof (2024), replacement windows, a 2-year-old A/C unit, furnace with new motor, newer sump pump, and water heater, freshly painted. A true gem in a fantastic location—don’t miss your chance to call this one home!
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Property Details for 2255 West Forest Avenue

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Dennis Add
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
MUN
LISTING CLOSED: 06/18/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 2255 West Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #6251859
Days on Market7
Taxes$3,194 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,325 SF
CountyMacon County
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Building Information for 2255 West Forest Avenue

Stories2Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,325 SF

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Property Information for 2255 West Forest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 39.836491
  • Longitude: -88.993011
  • Township: Long Creek
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 04-12-17-431-013
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,194.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
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: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size Area: 0.26
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11326.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1316.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 300.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 263.0
  • Building Area Total: 1616.0
  • Living Area: 1616.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Screened
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Finished, Unfinished, Full, Sump Pump
  • 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
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Room Type: Bonus Room

Property History for 2255 West Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 18, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251859

$157,000—
Jun 9, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1903769951

$157,000—
May 19, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12364129

$155,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/18/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251859

$157,000
06/09/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1903769951

$157,000
05/19/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12364129

$155,000

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

Public Records for 2255 West Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$6,093Additions$29,599Total$35,692
Tax Record2025$3,331 ($278 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt575 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt575 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,326 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-17-431-013Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2255 West Forest Avenue

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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