616 E Hays Ave

1,206 Sq. Ft.
$33 / Sq. Ft.
1,206
Sq. Ft.
$33
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This spacious 3-bedroom home on approximately 1/3-acre has a lot to offer! The oversized primary suite includes French doors and generous room to relax. Two additional bedrooms, a large bathroom, and a roomy kitchen make this home as functional as it is comfortable. The living room is perfect for entertaining. All appliances are included — just move in and make it your own! The attached garage is massive at nearly 24×31, with laundry conveniently located inside. A bonus connecting room off the garage...This spacious 3-bedroom home on approximately 1/3-acre has a lot to offer! The oversized primary suite includes French doors and generous room to relax. Two additional bedrooms, a large bathroom, and a roomy kitchen make this home as functional as it is comfortable. The living room is perfect for entertaining. All appliances are included — just move in and make it your own! The attached garage is massive at nearly 24×31, with laundry conveniently located inside. A bonus connecting room off the garage adds flexible space for a home office, gym, or hobby room. Outside, enjoy a concrete basketball court and a spacious yard — all sitting on approximately 1/3 of an acre. The home sits on a crawl space, no basement. Additional adjoining property (3440 N. Martin Luther Kind Dr.) also available.
  1. Listed by Jared Williams • Archer Realty
    P: (217)-741-5234 C: (217)-741-5234 jared@archerrealty.net

Property Details for 616 East Hays Avenue

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 06/03/2026 03:01 PM

Property Details for 616 East Hays Avenue

StatusPending ( No Showings )
MLS #CA1044070
Days on Market1
Taxes$2,644 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1957
Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,600 SF
CountyMacon County

Location

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Building Information for 616 East Hays Avenue

Stories-Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,600 SF

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Property Information for 616 East Hays Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Decatur
  • County Or Parish: Macon
  • Directions: From I72 take exit at water st. follow to MLK Jr Dr.
  • Latitude: 39.88439671
  • Longitude: -88.94980868
  • MLSArea Minor: Decatur
  • Postal Code: 62526
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 07-07-35-178-006
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,644
  • Tax Legal Description: ELM PARK IN E1/2 NW1/4 L 1 B 3 S100 150X100
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • High School: Decatur District #61
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1206.0
  • Living Area: 1206.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 156' x 100'
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: None
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1206.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 17.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 10
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 616 East Hays Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1044070

May 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1044070

$40,000
Jan 24, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1526536252

$42,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1044070

05/29/2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1044070

$40,000
01/24/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1526536252

$42,500

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

Public Records for 616 East Hays Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$4,264Additions$24,408Total$28,672
Tax Record2025$2,644 ($220 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,206 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,206 SqFtStories1Lot Size15,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN07-07-35-178-006

Schools near 616 East Hays 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
Charter - 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

Robertson Charter School
CharterPK to 8

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