53 Norwood Drive

Closed 6/1/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$136,000

3 beds2 baths1,432 sqft$95/sqft

53 Norwood Dr, Decatur, IL 62521

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.48 acresLot Size

1951Year Built

$95/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

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.

Listed by: Robert Sparks 217.201.0235 bsparky1956@gmail.com • Brinkoetter REALTORS®

Listing closed: 06/01/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6252708

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Property Information for 53 Norwood Drive

Property Details

Taxes: $3,412 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Ranch
Subdivision Name: Norwood Heights
View: Lake
Has View: Yes
Has Waterfront: No
Zoning: RES

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1951
Lot Size: 0.48 AC / 20,908 SF

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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Property

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

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
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		—
May 7, 2026	Contingent Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252708		—
Jun 25, 2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252708	$179,900	—
Jun 16, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1907842219	$110,000	+0.8% / yr
Jun 16, 2025	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251720	$110,000	—
May 12, 2025	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251720		—
May 12, 2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251720	$119,900	—
May 23, 2013	Cancelled MRED #11585368	$99,900	—
Oct 28, 2012	Listed (Active) MRED #11585368	$99,900	—
Oct 24, 2012	Expired MRED #11581712	$99,900	—
Jun 23, 2011	Listed (Active) MRED #11581712	$104,500	—
Mar 22, 2005	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1117216862	$94,000	—
Feb 22, 2005	Sold MRED #11566135	$94,000	—
Dec 6, 2004	Listed (Active) MRED #11566135	$99,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
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	—
05/07/2026	Contingent Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252708	—
06/25/2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252708	$179,900
06/16/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1907842219	$110,000 +0.8% / yr
06/16/2025	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251720	$110,000
05/12/2025	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251720	—
05/12/2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6251720	$119,900
05/23/2013	Cancelled MRED #11585368	$99,900
10/28/2012	Listed (Active) MRED #11585368	$99,900
10/24/2012	Expired MRED #11581712	$99,900
06/23/2011	Listed (Active) MRED #11581712	$104,500
03/22/2005	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1117216862	$94,000
02/22/2005	Sold MRED #11566135	$94,000
12/06/2004	Listed (Active) MRED #11566135	$99,000

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
3/10	Michael E Baum Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 6	0.7 mi
2/10	Stephen Decatur Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	4.2 mi
2/10	Eisenhower High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.5 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	4.2 mi
4/10	Garfield Montessori School	Public - Choice school	PK to 8	1.3 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School	Charter - Choice school	PK to 8	2.1 mi
NR	Hillside Bethel Tabernacle	Private - Nearby school	PK to 10	0.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
3/10	Michael E Baum Elementary School PublicK to 6 Serves this home	0.7 mi
2/10	Stephen Decatur Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	4.2 mi
2/10	Eisenhower High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.5 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy PublicK to 8 Nearby school	4.2 mi
4/10	Garfield Montessori School PublicPK to 8 Choice school	1.3 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School CharterPK to 8 Choice school	2.1 mi
NR	Hillside Bethel Tabernacle PrivatePK to 10 Nearby school	0.5 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 53 Norwood Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	$136,000	3	2	1,432	20,908
5 Fenton Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	$179,000	4	2	2,364	39,204
7 Fenton Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	2	1,872	21,344
2 North Country Club Road, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	–
8 North Country Club Road, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	3	1,332	19,602
5 North Country Club Road, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	–
2 Fenton Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	1	1,724	20,000
4 Fenton Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	1	1,346	21,344

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