3540 Forest Parkway

Closed 12/1/25
Closed 12/1/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$325,000
3 beds2,489 sqft$131/sqft
3540 Forest Pkwy,Ā Decatur, ILĀ 62521
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.48 acresLot Size
1976Year Built
$131/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Come check out this one of a kind property! Sitting on 5.48 acres with a 1-acre stocked pond filled with catfish, walleye, crappie, and bluegill, this home offers two true, fully updated living spaces. The main level features a gorgeous gourmet cherry kitchen with soft-close cabinetry, custom granite countertops, Kenmore Elite appliances, and a convection cooktop and oven. Heated ceramic floors flow through the kitchen, hallway, half bath, and laundry area. The master suite is a retreat with a slate...Come check out this one of a kind property! Sitting on 5.48 acres with a 1-acre stocked pond filled with catfish, walleye, crappie, and bluegill, this home offers two true, fully updated living spaces. The main level features a gorgeous gourmet cherry kitchen with soft-close cabinetry, custom granite countertops, Kenmore Elite appliances, and a convection cooktop and oven. Heated ceramic floors flow through the kitchen, hallway, half bath, and laundry area. The master suite is a retreat with a slate walk-in shower. The lower level includes another full kitchen, a spacious family room, two additional bedrooms, and a full bathroom, making it a perfect setup for a mother-in-law suite or guest quarters. Step outside to enjoy the stunning retaining wall, covered deck overlooking the pond, and all the wildlife on this treed piece of paradise. Deer and turkey are known to roam the land frequently! The oversized two-car garage and huge heated shop/building (plumbed for a bathroom) provide plenty of space for vehicles, hobbies, and storage. This home also includes a whole-house Siemens generator. Major updates include a brand-new roof on the house and garage (2024) and a freshly pumped septic system. Donā€™t miss your chance to own this incredible property!
Listing closed: 12/01/2025 12:00 AM ā€¢ Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6255380

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$230,000

Avg days on market

20

Sale-to-list ratio

93.2%

Decatur, IL

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Property Information for 3540 Forest Parkway

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,504 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Bi Level
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: R-1
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Lot Size: 5.48 AC / 238,708 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 39.887694
  • Longitude: -88.872803
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 18-08-33-176-010
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,504.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Argenta Oreana Dist 1
  • High School District: Argenta Oreana Dist 1
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Argenta Oreana Dist 1
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.48
  • Lot Size Area: 5.48
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 238709.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1292.0
  • Building Area Total: 2489.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Shingle Siding
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement: Finished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Total Rooms: 6
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 2
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Master Bathroom
Room 5
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Family Room
Room 9
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room

Property History for 3540 Forest Parkway

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924108332

$325,000

+4.4% / yr

Dec 1, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255380

$325,000ā€”
Nov 3, 2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255380

ā€”
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/01/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924108332

$325,000

+4.4% / yr

12/01/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255380

$325,000
11/03/2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255380

ā€”

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

Public Records for 3540 Forest Parkway

Taxable ValueLand$26,881Additions$66,147Total$93,028
Tax Record2025$5,905 ($492 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,196 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,196 SqFtStories2Lot Size238,709 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1976ZoningR-1CountyMACONAPN18-08-33-176-010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3540 Forest Parkway

This home is within Argenta-Oreana Community Unit School District 1.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Argenta-Oreana Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Argenta-Oreana Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Argenta-Oreana High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Argenta-Oreana Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Argenta-Oreana Middle School
Public6 to 8

Argenta-Oreana High School
Public9 to 12

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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