7689 Highway 51

Decatur, IL 62526

$132,450
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,136 Sq. Ft.
$62 / Sq. Ft.
2,136
Sq. Ft.
$62
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 11/14/25
Closed 11/14/25

Description

Diamond in the rough. This 4 bedroom/2 bath house sits majestically on four acres in the Maroa-Forsyth School District. Bring a little sweat equity and put your touches on this partially restored farmhouse. Enjoy country living along with the convenient amenities of Maroa and Forsyth. The barn accentuates the rural feel and will enhance your desire to get your garden started ... maybe chickens ... Walk through the house, survey the acreage, explore the barn. This property will draw you in! Agent...Diamond in the rough. This 4 bedroom/2 bath house sits majestically on four acres in the Maroa-Forsyth School District. Bring a little sweat equity and put your touches on this partially restored farmhouse. Enjoy country living along with the convenient amenities of Maroa and Forsyth. The barn accentuates the rural feel and will enhance your desire to get your garden started ... maybe chickens ... Walk through the house, survey the acreage, explore the barn. This property will draw you in! Agent Owned. Selling "As Is." Selling As Is. Owner is an Illinois Licensed Real Estate Broker.
  1. Listed by Randy Grigg • Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First
    P: (217)-454-0091 C: (217)-454-0091 randy@bhgservicefirst.com

Property Details for 7689 Highway 51

Architectural Style
Farmhouse
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
AGR
LISTING CLOSED: 11/14/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 7689 Highway 51

StatusClosed
MLS #6254445
Days on Market61
Taxes$3,145 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size3.96 AC / 172,497 SF
CountyMacon County
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Building Information for 7689 Highway 51

Stories2Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size3.96 AC / 172,497 SF

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Property Information for 7689 Highway 51

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Access the property from Southbound Rt. 51.... just north of Forsyth Rd on west side of the highway.
  • Latitude: 39.94274
  • Longitude: -88.956088
  • Township: Maroa
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 07-07-10-200-009
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,145.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Maroa Forsyth Dist 2
  • High School District: Maroa Forsyth Dist 2
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Maroa Forsyth Dist 2
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.96
  • Lot Size Area: 3.96
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 172701.0
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2136.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1068.0
  • Building Area Total: 2136.0
  • Living Area: 2136.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Outbuilding
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Family Room
Room 2
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 7
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
Room 8
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 9
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bathroom

Property History for 7689 Highway 51

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 14, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254445

$132,450—
Nov 14, 2025

Sold

MRED #12437970

$132,450—
Oct 24, 2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254445

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/14/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254445

$132,450
11/14/2025

Sold

MRED #12437970

$132,450
10/24/2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6254445

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

Schools near 7689 Highway 51

This home is within Maroa Forsyth Community Unit School District 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Maroa-Forsyth Grade School
Public - PK to 5
Maroa-Forsyth Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Maroa-Forsyth Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Decatur Christian School
Private - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Maroa-Forsyth Grade School
PublicPK to 5

Maroa-Forsyth Middle School
Public6 to 8

Maroa-Forsyth Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Decatur Christian School
PrivatePK to 12

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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