Last Sold Price
4 beds2,068 sqft$77/sqft
542 Buckingham Dr, Decatur, IL 62526

Description

Great Location for this northside Reverse Bilevel! Nothing to do here... Ready to call home! Upgraded HVAC, replacement windows throughout and Hybrid Water heater for superior energy efficiency. Upper level boasts formal living room with new carpet, built in storage in playroom/office (optional 4th bedroom) Hallway full bath has new flooring and you will find beautiful hardwoods in all bedrooms. Lower level has been super renovated! Tons of space and perfect for hosting family and friends! All NEW...Great Location for this northside Reverse Bilevel! Nothing to do here... Ready to call home! Upgraded HVAC, replacement windows throughout and Hybrid Water heater for superior energy efficiency. Upper level boasts formal living room with new carpet, built in storage in playroom/office (optional 4th bedroom) Hallway full bath has new flooring and you will find beautiful hardwoods in all bedrooms. Lower level has been super renovated! Tons of space and perfect for hosting family and friends! All NEW Kitchen with beautiful cabinetry, plenty of counter space, breakfast bar and kitchen is open to dining room. Cozy family room with luxury vinyl plank flooring and brick wood burning fireplace. BONUS storage in the Utility/laundry room. Convenient garage access and glassed sliders to the HUGE rear patio, fenced yard and playground stays for the littles! Schedule today before this one gets away!
LISTING CLOSED: 02/10/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Abby Golladay • Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First
    P: (217)-972-6893 C: (217)-972-6893 Abby@bhgservicefirst.com

Property Details for 542 Buckingham Drive

Status
MLS #
6247818
Days on Market
32
Taxes
$1,306 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1964
Lot Size
0.27 AC / 11,761 SF
Architectural Style
Bi Level
Subdivision Name
Windsor Village 5th Add
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
RES

Location

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Sold By Keller Williams Realty - Decatur

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Building Information for 542 Buckingham Drive

Stories2Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF

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Property Information for 542 Buckingham Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: N Mac Arthur Rd, past Mound Rd to Right on Buckingham Drive.
  • Latitude: 39.895308
  • Longitude: -88.964237
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 07-07-27-404-014
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,306.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Parsons
  • Elementary School District: Decatur Dist 61
  • High School: Macarthur
  • High School District: Decatur Dist 61
  • Middle Or Junior School: Stephen Decatur
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Decatur Dist 61
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Size Area: 0.27
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11700.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1040.0
  • Building Area Total: 2068.0
  • Living Area: 2068.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Electric, Water Heater-Gas
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: No
  • 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
  • Interior Features: Pantry
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Office

Property History for 542 Buckingham Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 10, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1551603742

$160,000
Feb 10, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247818

$159,900
Jan 10, 2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247818

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/10/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1551603742

$160,000
02/10/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247818

$159,900
01/10/2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247818

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Public Records for 542 Buckingham Drive

Taxable ValueLand$9,462Additions$22,720Total$32,182
Tax Record2025$2,019 ($168 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,040 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,040 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN07-07-27-404-014Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 542 Buckingham 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 - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Parsons Accelerated School
PublicK to 6

Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public7 to 8

Macarthur 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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