Last Sold Price
3 beds1,062 sqft$80/sqft
708 Decatur St, Lincoln, IL 62656

Description

Super cute and ultra practical three bedroom vinyl sided bungalow style home situated just a few blocks from the historic downtown district -- and within walking distance of Lincoln Community High School as well as the Lincoln Park District! The move-in ready interior features a comfortable living room, 13X12 formal dining room, updated tiled equipped kitchen, three efficient bedrooms, full hall tiled bath, and a large 11X10 sunken rear laundry/mudroom (roof over laundry/mudroom was replaced in 2021)....Super cute and ultra practical three bedroom vinyl sided bungalow style home situated just a few blocks from the historic downtown district -- and within walking distance of Lincoln Community High School as well as the Lincoln Park District! The move-in ready interior features a comfortable living room, 13X12 formal dining room, updated tiled equipped kitchen, three efficient bedrooms, full hall tiled bath, and a large 11X10 sunken rear laundry/mudroom (roof over laundry/mudroom was replaced in 2021). Property also features a partial basement, covered front porch, older two car detached garage with rear alley access, replacement windows, and various recent updated features (all in 2014) including furnace, central air conditioning unit, water heater, various electrical and plumbing upgrades, and interior light fixtures. Need appliances? All will remain upon settlement for new owner(s) including washer and dryer. Why rent when you can own this turn key dollhouse? Act swiftly!
LISTING CLOSED: 11/18/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Seth Goodman • ME Realty
    P: (217) 737-3742 C: (217) 737-3742 sethsellslincoln@gmail.com

Property Details for 708 Decatur Street

Status
MLS #
CA1032381
Days on Market
3
Taxes
$883 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1862
Lot Size
0.14 AC / 6,000 SF
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Subdivision Name
None

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$89,000

Avg days on market

8

Sale-to-list ratio

95.7%

Lincoln, IL

9 comparable properties found

$82,000 | 502 Williamette Avenue, Lincoln, IL 62656
1/18
1

$82,000

Sold 05/14/26

3
Bedrooms
960
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
$90,000 | 508 North Logan Street, Lincoln, IL 62656
1/23
2

$90,000

Sold 02/27/25

3
Bedrooms
1,178
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
$89,000 | 100 Gavin Street, Lincoln, IL 62656
1/17
3

$89,000

Sold 03/13/26

3
Bedrooms
1,050
Square Feet
0.20
Acres
$98,000 | 229 2nd Street, Lincoln, IL 62656
1/35
4

$98,000

Sold 10/21/24

3
Bedrooms
1,152
Square Feet
0.10
Acres
$78,000 | 115 Gavin Street, Lincoln, IL 62656
1/19
5

$78,000

Sold 10/31/24

3
Bedrooms
996
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$100,000 | 130 5th Street, Lincoln, IL 62656
1/36
6

$100,000

Sold 03/31/25

3
Bedrooms
1,135
Square Feet
0.28
Acres
$85,000 | 320 2nd Street, Lincoln, IL 62656
1/18
7

$85,000

Sold 11/15/24

3
Bedrooms
918
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
$89,000 | 1022 North Kankakee Street, Lincoln, IL 62656
1/27
8

$89,000

Sold 11/04/24

3
Bedrooms
1,104
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
$89,000 | 1107 North Kankakee Street, Lincoln, IL 62656
1/21
9

$89,000

Sold 12/12/25

3
Bedrooms
957
Square Feet
0.12
Acres

Location

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Building Information for 708 Decatur Street

Stories-Year Built1862Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,000 SF

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Property Information for 708 Decatur Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Lincoln
  • County Or Parish: Logan
  • Directions: Property is located at 708 Decatur Street, Lincoln.
  • Latitude: 40.141582
  • Longitude: -89.360627
  • MLSArea Minor: Lincoln
  • Postal Code: 62656
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 08-255-265-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $883
  • Tax Legal Description: 8-2254 lot 11 block 27 Latham & Gillett's Addn to Lincoln.
  • Tax Year: 2023
School Information
  • High School: Lincoln
Parking
  • Parking Features: Alley Access, Detached
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1062.0
  • Living Area: 1062.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40X150
  • 100 Year Plain: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Legal Description
  • Foundation Details: Brick
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1862
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Replacement Windows
  • Roof: Rubber, Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Central Air
  • Interior Features: Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1062.0
  • 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 Level
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: Laminate
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 10
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 11
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 12
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 13
  • 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 708 Decatur Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 18, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1546329502

$85,000

+4.1% / yr

Nov 18, 2024

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1032381

$85,000
Oct 10, 2024

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1032381

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/18/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1546329502

$85,000

+4.1% / yr

11/18/2024

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1032381

$85,000
10/10/2024

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1032381

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

Public Records for 708 Decatur Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,950Additions$12,770Total$17,720
Tax Record2025$1,585 ($132 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size6,098 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyLOGANAPN08-255-265-00

Schools near 708 Decatur Street

This home is within Lincoln Chsd 404 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Washington-Monroe Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lincoln Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Lincoln Community High School
Public9 to 12

Carroll Catholic School
PrivatePK 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 708 Decatur Street, Lincoln, IL 62656
$85,000
3
1,062
6,000
$49,000
3
3,168
6,000
$93,500
3
1,582
8,800
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6,000
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