6 2nd South Shores Avenue

Closed 8/25/25

Sold

Last Sold Price

$130,000

3 beds1 bath1,179 sqft

6 2nd South Shores Ave, Decatur, IL 62521

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.21 acresLot Size

1952Year Built

$110/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Charming Updated Home on a Corner Lot! Step inside to find fresh, modern decor throughout, including an updated kitchen and bathroom that make everyday living a breeze. The spacious primary bedroom features a generous walk-in closet, while the convenience of main floor laundry adds to the home's functionality. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this property offers fantastic curb appeal and a fully privacy-fenced backyard—perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. Downstairs, the unfinished basement...Charming Updated Home on a Corner Lot! Step inside to find fresh, modern decor throughout, including an updated kitchen and bathroom that make everyday living a breeze. The spacious primary bedroom features a generous walk-in closet, while the convenience of main floor laundry adds to the home's functionality. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this property offers fantastic curb appeal and a fully privacy-fenced backyard—perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. Downstairs, the unfinished basement provides great potential for additional living space, storage, or a workshop. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this home checks all the boxes. Don't miss your chance to own this stylish South Shores gem—schedule your showing today!

Listed by: Kara Hubner 217.454.7720 kara@brinkoetter.com • Brinkoetter REALTORS®

Listing closed: 08/25/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6253033

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Property Information for 6 2nd South Shores Avenue

Property Details

Taxes: $2,312 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Ranch
Subdivision Name: South Shores 1st Add
Has Waterfront: No
Zoning: RES

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1952
Lot Size: 0.21 AC / 9,147 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: Franklin to 1st South Shores Dr to 2nd South Shores
Latitude: 39.821224

Longitude: -88.954153

Taxes and HOA

Parcel Number: 04-12-22-483-001
Tax Annual Amount: $2,311.72

Tax Year: 2024

School Information

Elementary School District: Decatur Dist 61
High School District: Decatur Dist 61

Middle Or Junior School District: Decatur Dist 61

Parking

Garage: No

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Property

Lot Information

Lot Size Acres: 0.21
Lot Size Area: 0.21

Lot Size Square Feet: 9148.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete

Property and Assessments

Above Grade Finished Area: 1179.0
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 917.0

Building Area Total: 1179.0
Living Area Source: Other
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 1952
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: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Basement: Unfinished, Crawl Space, Partial

Has Basement: Yes
Full Bathrooms: 1
Total Bathrooms: 1
Total Bedrooms: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Has Fireplace: No
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features: Main Level
Total Rooms: 6

Room Information

Room 1

Type: Bathroom
Level: Main

Room 2

Type: Bedroom
Level: Main

Room 3

Type: Kitchen
Level: Main

Room 4

Type: Bedroom
Level: Main

Room 5

Type: Bedroom
Level: Main

Room 6

Type: Laundry
Level: Main

Room 7

Type: Living Room
Level: Main

Property History for 6 2nd South Shores Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Aug 25, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1911649914	$130,000	+8.1% / yr
Aug 25, 2025	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6253033	$130,000	—
Aug 7, 2025	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6253033		—
Jul 17, 2025	Contingent Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6253033		—
Jul 14, 2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6253033	$135,000	—
Jun 30, 2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1387232219	$87,000	—
Jun 30, 2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1511313683	$87,000	—
Jun 30, 2020	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6201719	$86,900	—
Jun 30, 2020	Sold MRED #11510433	$86,900	—
Jun 30, 2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1440015536	$87,000	+8734.9% / yr
May 20, 2020	Pending MRED #11510433		—
May 20, 2020	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6201719		—
May 15, 2020	Listed (Active) MRED #11510433	$86,900	—
May 15, 2020	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6201719	$86,900	—
Mar 5, 2020	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6200642	$17,350	—
Mar 5, 2020	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6200642		—
Mar 5, 2020	Sold MRED #11509487	$17,350	—
Mar 5, 2020	Pending MRED #11509487		—
Mar 5, 2020	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6200642	$15,900	—
Mar 5, 2020	Listed (Active) MRED #11509487	$15,900	—
Feb 20, 2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1366784245	$17,500	-9.4% / yr
May 18, 2006	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1087667372	$68,500	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
08/25/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1911649914	$130,000 +8.1% / yr
08/25/2025	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6253033	$130,000
08/07/2025	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6253033	—
07/17/2025	Contingent Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6253033	—
07/14/2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6253033	$135,000
06/30/2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1387232219	$87,000
06/30/2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1511313683	$87,000
06/30/2020	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6201719	$86,900
06/30/2020	Sold MRED #11510433	$86,900
06/30/2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1440015536	$87,000 +8734.9% / yr
05/20/2020	Pending MRED #11510433	—
05/20/2020	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6201719	—
05/15/2020	Listed (Active) MRED #11510433	$86,900
05/15/2020	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6201719	$86,900
03/05/2020	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6200642	$17,350
03/05/2020	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6200642	—
03/05/2020	Sold MRED #11509487	$17,350
03/05/2020	Pending MRED #11509487	—
03/05/2020	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6200642	$15,900
03/05/2020	Listed (Active) MRED #11509487	$15,900
02/20/2020	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1366784245	$17,500 -9.4% / yr
05/18/2006	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1087667372	$68,500

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

Public Records for 6 2nd South Shores Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$6,154Additions$25,898Total$32,052

Tax Record2025$2,431 ($203 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Lot Size9,148 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-22-483-001

Schools near 6 2nd South Shores Avenue

This home is within Decatur School District 61.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
4/10	South Shores Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 6	0.8 mi
2/10	Stephen Decatur Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	4.5 mi
2/10	Eisenhower High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.2 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School	Charter - Choice school	PK to 8	3.0 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	1.6 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School	Public - Choice school	K to 8	1.3 mi
NR	Holy Family Catholic School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.8 mi


Rating	School	Distance
4/10	South Shores Elementary School PublicK to 6 Serves this home	0.8 mi
2/10	Stephen Decatur Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	4.5 mi
2/10	Eisenhower High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.2 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School CharterPK to 8 Choice school	3.0 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy PublicK to 8 Nearby school	1.6 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School PublicK to 8 Choice school	1.3 mi
NR	Holy Family Catholic School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.8 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: 6 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$130,000	3	1	1,179	9,147
29 1st South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	7,841
8 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$63,500	–	–	–	8,276
1 1st South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$45,000	–	–	–	7,841
33 1st South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$68,000	3	1	1,824	6,969
9 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$650,000	–	–	–	6,960
10 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	7,841
8 1st South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$115,000	–	–	–	7,841
15 2nd South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$79,500	–	2	864	6,960
37 1st South Shores Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521	$64,000	–	–	–	6,098

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