2,988 sqft$10/sqft
442 W Prairie Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
Est: $357/moGet pre-approved

Description

Step back in time with this historic home built by the famous George Barber , ready to be brought back to life. This rare find has incredible potential for someone with a vision and passion for restoration. The structure has been taken down to the original boards, offering a blank canvas to rebuild from the ground up while preserving its 19th-century character. Featuring original framing, tall ceilings, and classic architectural lines, this hone is ideal for a full renovation or historic revival,...Step back in time with this historic home built by the famous George Barber , ready to be brought back to life. This rare find has incredible potential for someone with a vision and passion for restoration. The structure has been taken down to the original boards, offering a blank canvas to rebuild from the ground up while preserving its 19th-century character. Featuring original framing, tall ceilings, and classic architectural lines, this hone is ideal for a full renovation or historic revival,
All major systems need updating--including electrical,plumbing,HVAC, walls and finishes--allowing you to customize everything to today's standards while honoring the past.
LISTING UPDATED: 08/14/2026 12:16 PM

  1. Listed by Tonya Feller • Glenda Williamson Realty
    P: (217) 519-2540 C: (217) 519-2540 tonya@glendawilliamson.com

Property Details for 442 West Prairie Avenue

Status
MLS #
6260333
Days on Market
Listed Today
Taxes
$2,450 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1875
Lot Size
0.19 AC / 8,276 SF
Architectural Style
Victorian
Subdivision Name
Western Add
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
R-1

Location

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Building Information for 442 West Prairie Avenue

Stories2Year Built1875Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF

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Property Information for 442 West Prairie Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Carrier Route: C023
  • Directions: South on Monroe left on Prairie
  • Latitude: 39.842636
  • Longitude: -88.961343
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 04-12-15-252-012
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,450.00
  • 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: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Size Area: 0.19
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8276.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2988.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1410.0
  • Building Area Total: 2988.0
  • Living Area: 2988.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1875
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Utilities: Sewer Not Available, Water Not Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Has Heating: No

Property History for 442 West Prairie Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260333

$30,000
Jul 3, 2026

Temporarily Off Market

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255520

Oct 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255520

$40,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/14/2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6260333

$30,000
07/03/2026

Temporarily Off Market

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255520

10/11/2025

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255520

$40,000

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

Public Records for 442 West Prairie Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$2,617Additions$23,640Total$26,257
Tax Record2025$2,450 ($204 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,494 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,494 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,276 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1875ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-15-252-012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 442 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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442 West Prairie Avenue is a single family home for sale in Decatur, IL 62522. This listing's school district is Decatur School District 61. Nearby schools include Dennis Lab School, Macarthur High School and Robertson Charter School. 442 West Prairie Avenue is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 2,988 sqft single family home built in 1875.

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