27 2nd South Shores Avenue

Closed 3/10/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$115,350

3 beds2 baths1,403 sqft

27 2nd South Shores Ave, Decatur, IL 62521

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.15 acresLot Size

1952Year Built

$82/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Located in the desirable South Shores area, this home offers more living space than meets the eye. The main level provides a comfortable and efficient layout, while the finished basement significantly expands the home’s functionality. Downstairs, you’ll find a spacious family room featuring a cozy fireplace—perfect for relaxing or entertaining—along with an additional finished room currently used as a bedroom and a full bath. With three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this home delivers flexibility...Located in the desirable South Shores area, this home offers more living space than meets the eye. The main level provides a comfortable and efficient layout, while the finished basement significantly expands the home’s functionality. Downstairs, you’ll find a spacious family room featuring a cozy fireplace—perfect for relaxing or entertaining—along with an additional finished room currently used as a bedroom and a full bath. With three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this home delivers flexibility for a variety of living needs. A great opportunity to enjoy a sought-after location with added living space at an accessible price point.

Listed by: Blake Reynolds 217.853.0681 blake@mainplace.us • Main Place Real Estate

Listing closed: 03/10/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6256696

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$129,900

Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

96.7%

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$129,900

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Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,350
Square Feet: 0.16
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Property Information for 27 2nd South Shores Avenue

Property Details

Taxes: $1,975 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Ranch
Has Waterfront: No
Zoning: RES

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1952
Lot Size: 0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: Franklin to 2nd South Shores Dr.
Latitude: 39.820867

Longitude: -88.954458

Taxes and HOA

Parcel Number: 04-12-22-482-007
Tax Annual Amount: $1,975.00

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

Carport Spaces: 2.0
Carport: Yes

Garage: No
Parking Features: Carport

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Property

Lot Information

Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Lot Size Area: 0.15

Lot Size Square Feet: 6534.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete

Property and Assessments

Above Grade Finished Area: 903.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 500.0

Below Grade Unfinished Area: 403.0
Building Area Total: 1403.0
Living Area Source: Public Records
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Built Source: Public Records

Building Features

Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Levels: One

Roof: Shingle
Stories: 1
Total Stories: 1

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Front Porch

Interior Features

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

Has Basement: Yes
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedrooms: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Has Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: 1
Total Rooms: 6

Room Information

Room 1

Type: Living Room
Level: Main

Room 2

Type: Bedroom
Level: Main

Room 3

Type: Bathroom
Level: Basement

Room 4

Type: Kitchen
Level: Main

Room 5

Type: Bedroom
Level: Main

Room 6

Type: Bathroom
Level: Main

Room 7

Level: Basement

Room 8

Type: Bedroom
Level: Main

Property History for 27 2nd South Shores Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Mar 10, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1933614391	$115,500	+7.6% / yr
Mar 10, 2026	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6256696	$115,350	—
Feb 24, 2026	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6256696		—
Feb 3, 2026	Contingent Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6256696		—
Jan 7, 2026	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6256696	$115,000	—
Mar 21, 2024	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1529551198	$100,000	+1.5% / yr
Mar 21, 2024	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6240500	$100,000	—
Mar 21, 2024	Sold MRED #11985337	$100,000	—
Feb 25, 2024	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6240500		—
Feb 22, 2024	Pending MRED #11985337		—
Feb 20, 2024	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6240500	$99,900	—
Feb 20, 2024	Listed (Active) MRED #11985337	$99,900	—
Dec 20, 2007	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1117224026	$78,500	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
03/10/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1933614391	$115,500 +7.6% / yr
03/10/2026	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6256696	$115,350
02/24/2026	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6256696	—
02/03/2026	Contingent Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6256696	—
01/07/2026	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6256696	$115,000
03/21/2024	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1529551198	$100,000 +1.5% / yr
03/21/2024	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6240500	$100,000
03/21/2024	Sold MRED #11985337	$100,000
02/25/2024	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6240500	—
02/22/2024	Pending MRED #11985337	—
02/20/2024	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6240500	$99,900
02/20/2024	Listed (Active) MRED #11985337	$99,900
12/20/2007	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1117224026	$78,500

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

Public Records for 27 2nd South Shores Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$4,741Additions$23,575Total$28,316

Tax Record2025$2,083 ($174 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Lot Size6,534 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-22-482-007

Schools near 27 2nd South Shores Avenue

This home is within Decatur School District 61.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
4/10	South Shores Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 6	0.7 mi
2/10	Stephen Decatur Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	4.6 mi
2/10	Eisenhower High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.2 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School	Charter - Choice school	PK to 8	3.1 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	1.6 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School	Public - Choice school	K to 8	1.4 mi
NR	Holy Family Catholic School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
4/10	South Shores Elementary School PublicK to 6 Serves this home	0.7 mi
2/10	Stephen Decatur Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	4.6 mi
2/10	Eisenhower High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.2 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School CharterPK to 8 Choice school	3.1 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy PublicK to 8 Nearby school	1.6 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School PublicK to 8 Choice school	1.4 mi
NR	Holy Family Catholic School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.7 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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 27 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$115,350	3	2	1,403	6,534
23 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$68,000	–	–	–	6,534
31 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	6,098
35 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	6,098
19 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$108,000	–	–	–	6,960
18 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	6,534
14 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$36,000	–	–	–	7,405
15 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$79,500	–	2	864	6,960
26 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$600,000	–	2	1,208	11,326
39 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$34,000	–	–	–	5,227
10 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	7,841

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