Last Sold Price
3 beds1,432 sqft$95/sqft
53 Norwood Dr, Decatur, IL 62521

Description

Beautiful location with all the panoramic views of Lake Decatur but not the high taxes. Situated on a 1/2 acre relatively level lot with close proximity to boat launch location if you need it. Large rooms throughout with windows to the west for afternoon sun and evening sunsets over the water. Popular ranch style home that lives larger than it appears. Just laid new vinyl plank flooring in two bedrooms , half bath and freshly painted master bedroom. 03/26 new flooring in the multi function room which...Beautiful location with all the panoramic views of Lake Decatur but not the high taxes. Situated on a 1/2 acre relatively level lot with close proximity to boat launch location if you need it. Large rooms throughout with windows to the west for afternoon sun and evening sunsets over the water. Popular ranch style home that lives larger than it appears. Just laid new vinyl plank flooring in two bedrooms , half bath and freshly painted master bedroom. 03/26 new flooring in the multi function room which is centrally located for ease of access and remainder of garage wall painted. Massive stone wood burning fireplace in the living rom. Equipped kitchen ready for the new chef. Appliances included along with entertainment center and flat screen TV. Attached garage can contain 2 vehicles parked tandem and still has a nice sized area for a shop. The driveway was seal coated 8/6/25. Nothing else like it on the market, unique floor plan.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/01/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Robert Sparks • Brinkoetter REALTORS®
    P: (217) 201-0235 C: (217) 201-0235 bsparky1956@gmail.com

Property Details for 53 Norwood Drive

Status
MLS #
6252708
Days on Market
317
Taxes
$3,412 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1951
Lot Size
0.48 AC / 20,908 SF
Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
Norwood Heights
View
Lake
Has View
Yes
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
RES

Location

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Building Information for 53 Norwood Drive

Stories1Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.48 AC / 20,908 SF

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Property Information for 53 Norwood Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: RT 36 E TO COUNTRY CLUB ROAD, SOUTH TO NORWOOD. CORNER OF NORWOOD AND COUNTRY CLUB.
  • Latitude: 39.832931
  • Longitude: -88.90617
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 09-13-19-202-001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,412.00
  • 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
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Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.48
  • Lot Size Area: 0.48
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Dimensions: irreg
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20909.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1432.0
  • Building Area Total: 1432.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Has Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Total Rooms: 8
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 10.0x9.0
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Width: 9.0
Room 2
  • Dimensions: 20.0x15.0
  • Length: 20.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 15.0
Room 3
  • Dimensions: 17.0x13.0
  • Length: 17.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Width: 13.0
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 10.0x10.0
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Width: 10.0

Property History for 53 Norwood Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 2, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1943791437

$136,000

+24.7% / yr

Jun 1, 2026

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252708

$136,000
May 19, 2026

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252708

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/02/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1943791437

$136,000

+24.7% / yr

06/01/2026

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252708

$136,000
05/19/2026

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252708

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

Public Records for 53 Norwood Drive

Taxable ValueLand$11,868Additions$34,328Total$46,196
Tax Record2025$3,412 ($284 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,432 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,432 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,909 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated1951ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN09-13-19-202-001

Schools near 53 Norwood Drive

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 - K 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

American Dreamer STEM Academy
PublicK 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: 53 Norwood Drive, Decatur, IL 62521
$136,000
3
1,432
20,908
2
1,872
21,344
3
1,332
19,602
1
1,724
20,000

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