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5 beds3,139 sqft$121/sqft
524 Ridge Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
Est: $2,586/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
9,147 sq ftLot Size
1980Year Built
$121/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Lake Life awaits on Lake Decatur with an awesome double boat dock! 5 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths make this is a great home to live and entertain in full time, or as a vacation home. Beautiful Brazilian cherry hardwood and warm tones set the vibe with double doors connecting the house seamlessly to the outdoors. The eat-in kitchen features antique white cabinets, granite countertops and there is also dining room for formal dining or flex space. All the bedrooms are generous sized, with four bedrooms on...Lake Life awaits on Lake Decatur with an awesome double boat dock! 5 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths make this is a great home to live and entertain in full time, or as a vacation home. Beautiful Brazilian cherry hardwood and warm tones set the vibe with double doors connecting the house seamlessly to the outdoors. The eat-in kitchen features antique white cabinets, granite countertops and there is also dining room for formal dining or flex space. All the bedrooms are generous sized, with four bedrooms on the upper floor, including the master bedroom which has a private balcony deck and en-suite bath with double sinks. Downstairs offers more fun with a large family room with wet bar that connects to the outdoor lower-level deck. The 5th bedroom, with full bath on this level, would be a great guest or MIL space. The large dock really brings the enjoyment with everything you need including a covered boat lift with hoist, a second dock, and a shed for storing your boating items.
54 days on Market
Last updated: 08/26/2026 04:56 PM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6259595

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Property Information for 524 Ridge Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,856 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Subdivision Name: Ridge Ideal
  • View: Lake
  • Has View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Privileges
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning: RES
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Lot Size: 0.21 AC / 9,147 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Carrier Route: C084
  • Directions: E William Rd N Brush College Rd to E Park Ln to Ridge Ave
  • Latitude: 39.848104
  • Longitude: -88.896846
  • Water Body Name: Lake Decatur
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 09-13-17-103-007
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,856.00
  • 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: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Size Area: 0.21
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 181x51
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9148.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2236.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 903.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 161.0
  • Building Area Total: 3139.0
  • Living Area: 3139.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Total Fireplaces: 3
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Total Rooms: 10
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 2
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 5
  • Dimensions: 9.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Width: 9.0
Room 6
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 9
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 10
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 11
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Master Bathroom
Room 12
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Bedroom

Property History for 524 Ridge Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 26, 2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6259595

$379,900
Aug 20, 2026

Contingent

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6259595

Jul 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6259595

$389,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/26/2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6259595

$379,900
08/20/2026

Contingent

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6259595

07/06/2026

Listed (Active)

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6259595

$389,900

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

Public Records for 524 Ridge Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$20,016Additions$74,726Total$94,742
Tax Record2025$7,856 ($655 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,112 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,112 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,148 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1980ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN09-13-17-103-007Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 524 Ridge Avenue

This home is within Decatur School District 61.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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

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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524 Ridge Avenue is a single family home for sale in Decatur, IL 62521. This property was listed for sale on July 6, 2026 by Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First, it's currently listed at $379,900. This listing's school district is Decatur School District 61. Nearby schools include Michael E Baum Elementary School, Stephen Decatur Middle School and Eisenhower High School. 524 Ridge Avenue is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,139 sqft single family home built in 1980.

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