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3 beds1,024 sqft
4271 E Lake Shore Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
Est: $2,147/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.09 acresLot Size
1956Year Built
$283/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Lakefront Decatur living at its best! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage-style home, delivers water front lifestyle, modern convenience at an affordable price . Step outside to deck space, then a private walkway / stairs leading to the water. 1.5 car garage, plus 2 parking spaces. Upstairs, hardwood floors run throughout all three bedrooms, with two offering water views and comfortably fitting a king bed. The lower level is built for entertaining — dining area, two living spaces, and an eat-in...Lakefront Decatur living at its best! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage-style home, delivers water front lifestyle, modern convenience at an affordable price . Step outside to deck space, then a private walkway / stairs leading to the water. 1.5 car garage, plus 2 parking spaces. Upstairs, hardwood floors run throughout all three bedrooms, with two offering water views and comfortably fitting a king bed. The lower level is built for entertaining — dining area, two living spaces, and an eat-in kitchen with hard surface counters and stainless appliances. A second full bath completes the lower level with a sizable laundry and storage room. Recent updates bring real peace of mind: new roof (2024), gutter guards, fresh exterior paint (2025), and replacement windows throughout. Whether a full-time residence or a weekend lake retreat, 4271 Lake Shore Dr. delivers character and water access that's hard to find. Come see it for yourself!
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  • Listed by: Chris Harrison 217.520.2085 HarrisonHomeTeam@KW.com • Keller Williams Revolution
  • Listed by: Barbara McElroy 217.855.6090 mcelroybarbara55@gmail.com • Keller Williams Revolution
Last updated: 09/17/2026 05:28 PM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6260613

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Property Information for 4271 East Lake Shore Drive

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,785 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Subdivision Name: Spangler Heights
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: RES
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Lot Size: 0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: E. William St. to South on Park Lane to E Lake Shore Dr. property includes 2 parking spaces directly by garage - please do not block neighbors
  • Latitude: 39.852554
  • Longitude: -88.888827
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 04-13-08-379-043
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,785.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
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: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4128.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1024.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 81.0
  • Building Area Total: 2163.0
  • Living Area: 1024.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Finished, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, 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: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 18.2x14.8
  • Length: 18.0
  • Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 12.7x17.5
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 17.0
Room 3
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 13.11x17.5
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 17.0
Room 4
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 10.8x13.1
  • Length: 10.0
  • Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 18.9x10.6
  • Length: 18.0
  • Width: 10.0
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 12.6x17.5
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 17.0
Room 7
  • Type: Bathroom
  • Level: Lower
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 9.2x9.11
  • Length: 9.0
  • Width: 9.0
Room 9
  • Type: Bathroom
  • Level: Main

Property History for 4271 East Lake Shore Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260613

$289,900
Sep 9, 2026

Contingent

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260613

Sep 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260613

$289,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/17/2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260613

$289,900
09/09/2026

Contingent

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260613

09/03/2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260613

$289,900

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

Public Records for 4271 East Lake Shore Drive

Taxable ValueLand$11,095Additions$72,325Total$83,420
Tax Record2025$7,785 ($649 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,194 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,194 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,128 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-13-08-379-043Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4271 East Lake Shore Drive

This home is within Decatur School District 61.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Michael E Baum Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public7 to 8

Eisenhower High School
Public9 to 12

Garfield Montessori School
PublicPK to 8

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4271 East Lake Shore Drive is a single family home for sale in Decatur, IL 62521. This property was listed for sale on September 3, 2026 by Keller Williams Revolution, it's currently listed at $289,900. It has been on the market for a total of 15 days and was last sold on July 31, 2020. This listing's school district is Decatur School District 61. Nearby schools include Michael E Baum Elementary School, Stephen Decatur Middle School and Eisenhower High School. 4271 East Lake Shore Drive is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,024 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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