Last Sold Price
4 beds1,572 sqft$20/sqft
511 W Macon St, Decatur, IL 62522

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

  1. Listed by Randy Grigg • Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First
    P: (217) 454-0091 C: (217) 454-0091 randy@bhgservicefirst.com

Property Details for 511 West Macon Street

Status
MLS #
6258441
Days on Market
1
Taxes
$1,729 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
Architectural Style
Other
Subdivision Name
Southwestern Add
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
MUN

Location

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Building Information for 511 West Macon Street

Stories1Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF

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Property Information for 511 West Macon Street

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 Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7841.0
  • 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
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • 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

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

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

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
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 511 West Macon Street, Decatur, IL 62522
$31,000
4
1,572
7,840
$70,000
4
1,514
696,960
$55,000
9,300
12,090
24,164
6,045

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