5527 Melwood Ave

2,243 Sq. Ft.
$69 / Sq. Ft.
2,243
Sq. Ft.
$69
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome home to this corner lot in a quiet neighborhood. The house has been well maintained and is waiting for you to put your own touches on it. The house had new Andersen windows installed in 2019. This house has been pre-inspected for buyers confidence in this great home. Watch the fall leaves change on the wrap around porch while enjoying children or pets play in the large fenced yard. The large yard extends past the fence line, please refer to parcel view to see lot lines. There is a shed for...Welcome home to this corner lot in a quiet neighborhood. The house has been well maintained and is waiting for you to put your own touches on it. The house had new Andersen windows installed in 2019. This house has been pre-inspected for buyers confidence in this great home. Watch the fall leaves change on the wrap around porch while enjoying children or pets play in the large fenced yard. The large yard extends past the fence line, please refer to parcel view to see lot lines. There is a shed for yard tool storage. The detached 2 plus car garage has climate control for the project lover. Make this one yours before it's gone. All appliances stay, including the second fridge in the basement. Call your realtor today!
  1. Listed by Sarah Edwards • Brinkoetter REALTORS®
    P: (217)-520-2606 storm@brinkoetter.com

Property Details for 5527 Melwood Avenue

Architectural Style
Ranch
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
RES
LISTING CLOSED: 12/05/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5527 Melwood Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #6254840
Days on Market73
Taxes$3,094 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1959
Lot Size0.48 AC / 20,908 SF
CountyMacon County

Location

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Building Information for 5527 Melwood Avenue

Stories1Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.48 AC / 20,908 SF

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Property Information for 5527 Melwood Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 39.848976
  • Longitude: -88.871503
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 09-13-16-127-021
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,094.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
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: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Garage
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.48
  • Lot Size Area: 0.48
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20850.0
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1136.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1107.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 37.0
  • Building Area Total: 2243.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Finished, Unfinished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 9
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 11.0
  • Level: Basement
  • Width: 11.0
Room 2
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 6
  • Dimensions: 8.0
  • Length: 8.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 9
  • Level: Basement
Room 10
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 11
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room

Property History for 5527 Melwood Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 5, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254840

$155,000
Dec 3, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924108456

$155,000
Nov 12, 2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254840

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/05/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254840

$155,000
12/03/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924108456

$155,000
11/12/2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254840

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

Public Records for 5527 Melwood Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,697Additions$43,149Total$48,846
Tax Record2025$4,735 ($395 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,136 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,136 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,850 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN09-13-16-127-021Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5527 Melwood 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

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