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4 beds3,500 sqft$19/sqft
300 W Prairie Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
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Single FamilyProperty Type
1887Year Built
$19/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Located in the heart of the Decatur Historic District, just steps from Downtown Decatur, this remarkable 139-year-old turn-of-the-century home is rich in character and timeless architectural charm. Featuring oversized interior doors and pocket doors, some exceeding eight feet in height, the home showcases craftsmanship rarely found today. The main level offers an expansive layout that includes a front foyer entry, a front room, living room, great room, formal dining room, kitchen, pantry, office,...Located in the heart of the Decatur Historic District, just steps from Downtown Decatur, this remarkable 139-year-old turn-of-the-century home is rich in character and timeless architectural charm. Featuring oversized interior doors and pocket doors, some exceeding eight feet in height, the home showcases craftsmanship rarely found today. The main level offers an expansive layout that includes a front foyer entry, a front room, living room, great room, formal dining room, kitchen, pantry, office, and one and a half bathrooms. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. With approximately 3,500 square feet of living space, the home also features a finished attic that offers excellent potential for additional living area with the addition of a heat source. Additional highlights include a front porch, seven fireplaces, and a detached storage building. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath Property
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  • Listed by: Stephanie Do 217.306.3636 bpo@dorealty.net • Do Realty Services, Inc.
Last updated: 09/12/2026 03:01 PM • Source: RMLS ALLIANCE, MLS#: CA1046375

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Property Information for 300 West Prairie Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,906 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1887
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Decatur
  • County Or Parish: Macon
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Latitude: 39.84269
  • Longitude: -88.959102
  • MLSArea Minor: Decatur
  • Postal Code: 62522
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Zoning: RES
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 04-12-15-253-024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,906
  • Tax Legal Description: WESTERN ADD E70 S152 BLK 13 K/A RESVY BLK 13 WESTER ADD LT 6 TIF 03BK3400/950 153X70.33 96BK2674/629
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • High School: Decatur District #61
  • High School District: Decatur Dist 61
Parking
  • Parking Features: Parking Pad
  • Garage: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3500.0
  • Building Area Total: 3500.0
  • Living Area: 3500.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Per Tax Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10710.0
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1887
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: Ameren, Decatur Water
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Exterior Features: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Other, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Great Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplaces Total: 7
  • Heating: Hot Water, Radiant
  • Interior Features: Pantry
  • Levels: Two
  • Operating Recording Device: None
  • Stories: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 1930.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Main Level
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1570.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Lower Level
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Level
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 9
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 10
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 11
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 12
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 13
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 14
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 15
  • 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 300 West Prairie Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260810

$68,000
Sep 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1046375

$68,000
Jul 16, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1294364482

$95,000

+4.6% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/09/2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260810

$68,000
09/09/2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1046375

$68,000
07/16/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1294364482

$95,000

+4.6% / yr

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

Public Records for 300 West Prairie Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,795Additions$38,064Total$41,859
Tax Record2025$3,906 ($326 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,927 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,927 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,710 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1887Year Renovated1887ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-15-253-014

Schools near 300 West Prairie Avenue

This home is within Decatur School District 61.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Dennis Lab School
PublicK to 8

Macarthur High School
Public9 to 12

Robertson Charter School
CharterPK 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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300 West Prairie Avenue is a single family home for sale in Decatur, IL 62522. This property was listed for sale on September 9, 2026 by Do Realty Services, Inc., it's currently listed at $68,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on July 16, 2018. This listing's school district is Decatur School District 61. Nearby schools include Dennis Lab School, Macarthur High School and Robertson Charter School. 300 West Prairie Avenue is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,500 sqft single family home built in 1887.

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