510 Dawson Road

Closed 8/1/25
Closed 8/1/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$65,000
2 beds1,282 sqft$51/sqft
510 Dawson Rd,Ā Decatur, ILĀ 62521
Single FamilyProperty Type
1 acresLot Size
1938Year Built
$51/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Same owner for the last 70+ years. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch is located on a cul-de-sac in Meridian School District and nicely situated next to Macon County Conservation area. Enjoy the abundance of deer, wildlife and privacy. With an acre lot, the new owners can enjoy nightly bonfires, gardening, and the feel of country life at their fingertips. Lovely front porch has been turned into a sun room. Large living room with dining room option. Eat in kitchen with plenty of cabinetry. 1 car garage...Same owner for the last 70+ years. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch is located on a cul-de-sac in Meridian School District and nicely situated next to Macon County Conservation area. Enjoy the abundance of deer, wildlife and privacy. With an acre lot, the new owners can enjoy nightly bonfires, gardening, and the feel of country life at their fingertips. Lovely front porch has been turned into a sun room. Large living room with dining room option. Eat in kitchen with plenty of cabinetry. 1 car garage converted into additional room and could easily be converted back into a garage. Fireplace located in living room and wood burning stove located in family room. Laundry room located on main level. Home is not eligible for FHA or VA and is being sold "as is". House has been hooked up to city water. Windows replaced in 2004, Water Heater 2006, and roof estimated 2012.
Listing closed: 08/01/2025 12:00 AM ā€¢ Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6252565

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$57,000

Avg days on market

16

Sale-to-list ratio

91.5%

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Property Information for 510 Dawson Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,539 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: RES
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Lot Size: 1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: S Franklin to Dawson Rd.
  • Latitude: 39.795273
  • Longitude: -88.948719
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 17-12-35-301-015
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,539.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Meridian Dist 15
  • High School District: Meridian Dist 15
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Meridian Dist 15
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.0
  • Lot Size Area: 1.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 43560.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1282.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1058.0
  • Building Area Total: 1282.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full, Sump Pump
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Total Rooms: 7

Property History for 510 Dawson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 1, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1909394345

$65,000ā€”
Aug 1, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252565

$65,000ā€”
Jun 21, 2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252565

ā€”
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/01/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1909394345

$65,000
08/01/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252565

$65,000
06/21/2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252565

ā€”

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Public Records for 510 Dawson Road

Taxable ValueLand$4,880Additions$18,281Total$23,161
Tax Record2025$1,548 ($129 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,282 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,282 SqFtStories1Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938ZoningR-1CountyMACONAPN17-12-35-301-015

Schools near 510 Dawson Road

This home is within Meridian Community Unit School District 15.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Meridian Intermediate School
Public - PK to 5
Meridian Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Meridian High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Meridian Intermediate School
PublicPK to 5

Meridian Middle School
Public6 to 8

Meridian 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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