5007 Melwood Ave

Decatur, IL 62521

$190,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,666 Sq. Ft.
$71 / Sq. Ft.
2,666
Sq. Ft.
$71
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 6/13/25
Closed 6/13/25

Description

Check out this amazing home close to the Lake! Over 2,600 sf in this ranch with walk out lower level. Main floor has beautiful 4 season family room on the back of the home overlooking 1/2 acre yard. Huge rec room, family room and bar room in lower level to enjoy movies and games. Large deck on house for grillin and chillin. Lots of updates for the new owners to enjoy! Also have a fenced in back yard and a gas fireplace in the living room. Won't be on the market long!Check out this amazing home close to the Lake! Over 2,600 sf in this ranch with walk out lower level. Main floor has beautiful 4 season family room on the back of the home overlooking 1/2 acre yard. Huge rec room, family room and bar room in lower level to enjoy movies and games. Large deck on house for grillin and chillin. Lots of updates for the new owners to enjoy! Also have a fenced in back yard and a gas fireplace in the living room. Won't be on the market long!
  1. Listed by Dina Durbin • Brinkoetter REALTORS®
    P: (217)-855-1711 C: (217)-855-1711 dina@brinkoetter.com

Property Details for 5007 Melwood Avenue

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
Lake View Add
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
R-1
LISTING CLOSED: 06/13/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5007 Melwood Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #6251313
Days on Market29
Taxes$3,310 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1957
Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,037 SF
CountyMacon County
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Sold By Glenda Williamson Realty

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Building Information for 5007 Melwood Avenue

Stories1Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,037 SF

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Property Information for 5007 Melwood Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 39.848958
  • Longitude: -88.879501
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 09-13-17-227-007
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,310.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
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
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Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.46
  • Lot Size Area: 0.46
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20090.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1574.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1092.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 162.0
  • Building Area Total: 2666.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Finished, Walk-Out Access, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 10

Property History for 5007 Melwood Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 13, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902943286

$190,000

+6.2% / yr

Jun 13, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251313

$190,000—
May 14, 2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251313

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/13/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902943286

$190,000

+6.2% / yr

06/13/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251313

$190,000
05/14/2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251313

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

Public Records for 5007 Melwood Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,697Additions$40,952Total$46,649
Tax Record2025$3,814 ($318 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,260 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,260 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,090 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN09-13-17-227-007Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5007 Melwood Avenue

This home is within Decatur School District 61.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Michael E Baum Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Eisenhower High School
Public - 9 to 12
Garfield Montessori School
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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