511 West Macon Street

Closed 6/4/26
Closed 6/4/26
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$31,000
4 beds1,572 sqft$20/sqft
511 W Macon St, Decatur, IL 62522
Single FamilyProperty Type
7,840 sq ftLot Size
1900Year Built
$20/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Experience the charm of an old Victorian home on Decatur's near west side. Selling for less than half of the appraised value, this 4 bedroom/2 bathroom property is a bona fide bargain. Bring a little sweat equity to this well constructed home, complete with large (replacement) windows, original woodwork, and 10' ceilings ... and restore its beauty! The dead end street along with the ample (fenced) back yard with massive shade trees, provide a perfectly designed area for privacy and seclusion. Or,...Experience the charm of an old Victorian home on Decatur's near west side. Selling for less than half of the appraised value, this 4 bedroom/2 bathroom property is a bona fide bargain. Bring a little sweat equity to this well constructed home, complete with large (replacement) windows, original woodwork, and 10' ceilings ... and restore its beauty! The dead end street along with the ample (fenced) back yard with massive shade trees, provide a perfectly designed area for privacy and seclusion. Or, fire up the grill, invite your friends and family and get the party started! Selling As Is.
Listing closed: 06/04/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6258441
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Property Information for 511 West Macon Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,729 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Subdivision Name: Southwestern Add
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: MUN
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Carrier Route: C022
  • Directions: North Main Street (downtown) to West on W Wood St to left onto S College St to right onto West Macon Street
  • Latitude: 39.838975
  • Longitude: -88.962327
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 04-12-15-404-021
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,729.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
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: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Area: 0.18
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7841.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1572.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1092.0
  • Building Area Total: 1572.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Total Rooms: 8
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 2
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 3
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 4
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Dimensions: 12.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Family Room
Room 10
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room

Property History for 511 West Macon Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 4, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1941361764

$31,000

-4.1% / yr

Jun 4, 2026

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6258441

$31,000—
May 20, 2026

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6258441

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/04/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1941361764

$31,000

-4.1% / yr

06/04/2026

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6258441

$31,000
05/20/2026

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6258441

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Public Records for 511 West Macon Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,428Additions$16,732Total$19,160
Tax Record2025$1,788 ($149 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size7,841 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-15-404-021

Schools near 511 West Macon Street

This home is within Decatur School District 61.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Dennis Lab School
Public - K to 8
Macarthur High School
Public - 9 to 12
Robertson Charter School
Charter - PK to 8
Garfield Montessori School
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

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