270 S Birks St

Decatur, IL 62522

$159,900
Price
3
Beds
1,144 Sq. Ft.
$140 / Sq. Ft.
1,144
Sq. Ft.
$140
per Sq. Ft.
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New

Description

Harristown, conveniently located, small town with access to everything you want or need within a few miles. So crisp and clean, you don't have to do anything except move in. This home is simply oozing with charm and features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, with many, many, many updates: I'm only going to name a few, but the list goes on and on. Front porch, floors throughout, Windows, Interior and exterior doors, Trim (baseboard), fixtures & faucets, soffit and fascia, some siding, back porch, New Refrigerator,...Harristown, conveniently located, small town with access to everything you want or need within a few miles. So crisp and clean, you don't have to do anything except move in. This home is simply oozing with charm and features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, with many, many, many updates: I'm only going to name a few, but the list goes on and on. Front porch, floors throughout, Windows, Interior and exterior doors, Trim (baseboard), fixtures & faucets, soffit and fascia, some siding, back porch, New Refrigerator, vents, and more. The camera system will stay. Appliances are 7 years old, as well as the water heater and furnace. Air ducts cleaned 3 years ago. Roof is 13 years old. You don't want to miss this Gem. There are stakes on the north side of the lot showing approximate boundary lines. There are still a few items that need to be completed before closing. (shutters on front, soffit & fascia on the north side). Landscaping will be done soon.
  1. Listed by Lorri Conn • Keller Williams Capital
    P: (217)-414-5663 C: (217)-414-5663 lorri.conn@yahoo.com

Property Details for 270 South Birks Street

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 04/01/2026 12:53 PM

Property Details for 270 South Birks Street

StatusActive
MLS #CA1042699
Days on MarketListed Today
Taxes$1,581 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1945
Lot Size1.03 AC / 44,866 SF
CountyMacon County
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Building Information for 270 South Birks Street

Stories-Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size1.03 AC / 44,866 SF

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Property Information for 270 South Birks Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Decatur
  • County Or Parish: Macon
  • Directions: Harristown, On the west side of the town.
  • Latitude: 39.838792
  • Longitude: -89.082281
  • MLSArea Minor: Decatur
  • Postal Code: 62522
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 061115154003
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,581
  • Tax Legal Description: Virginia 5th Add
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School: Sangamon Valley
Parking
  • Parking Features: Gravel
  • Garage: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1144.0
  • Living Area: 1144.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Extra Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.03
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1.030
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Farm Information
  • Zoned Agricultural: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: Ameren IP Cityville
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Block, Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: None
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Gas Water Heater
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1144.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 0.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 12.3
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 11.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 9.4
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 9.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 9.2
Room 9
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 24.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.1
Room 10
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 11
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 270 South Birks Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1042699

$159,900—
May 16, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1117230726

$10,000

-22.4% / yr

Jan 4, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1117216325

$50,000—
Dec 29, 2004

Sold

MRED #11565408

$50,000—
Aug 23, 2004

Listed (Active)

MRED #11565408

$59,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/01/2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1042699

$159,900
05/16/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1117230726

$10,000

-22.4% / yr

01/04/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1117216325

$50,000
12/29/2004

Sold

MRED #11565408

$50,000
08/23/2004

Listed (Active)

MRED #11565408

$59,900

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

Public Records for 270 South Birks Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,459Additions$14,242Total$19,701
Tax Record2024$1,580 ($132 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,144 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,144 SqFtStories1Lot Size44,867 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN06-11-15-154-003

Schools near 270 South Birks Street

This home is within Sangamon Valley Community Unit School District 9.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sangamon Valley Primary School
Public - PK to 2
Sangamon Valley Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Sangamon Valley High School
Public - 9 to 12
Sangamon Valley Intermediate School
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Sangamon Valley Primary School
PublicPK to 2

Sangamon Valley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sangamon Valley High School
Public9 to 12

Sangamon Valley Intermediate School
Public3 to 5

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 270 South Birks Street, Decatur, IL 62522

270 South Birks Street is a single family home for sale in Decatur, IL 62522. This property was listed for sale on April 1, 2026 by Keller Williams Capital, it's currently listed at $159,900. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on May 16, 2011. This listing's school district is Sangamon Valley Community Unit School District 9. Nearby schools include Sangamon Valley Primary School, Sangamon Valley Middle School and Sangamon Valley High School. 270 South Birks Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,144 sqft single family home built in 1945.

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