963 N University Ave

1,078 Sq. Ft.
$37 / Sq. Ft.
1,078
Sq. Ft.
$37
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the heart of Decatur, this 3 bedroom house is the perfect starter home or investment property. With hardwood floors throughout and lots of charm, this house has potential. Grab your paintbrush and turn this house into a home.Nestled in the heart of Decatur, this 3 bedroom house is the perfect starter home or investment property. With hardwood floors throughout and lots of charm, this house has potential. Grab your paintbrush and turn this house into a home.
  1. Listed by Isabella Carver • Brinkoetter REALTORS®
    P: (217)-855-1174 isabella@brinkoetter.com
  2. Listed by Hope Tucker • Brinkoetter REALTORS®
    P: (217)-519-4861 hope@brinkoetter.com

Property Details for 963 North University Avenue

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
Hills 2nd Add
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
RES
LISTING CLOSED: 07/10/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 963 North University Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #6252724
Days on Market1
Taxes$1,058 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
CountyMacon County

Location

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Building Information for 963 North University Avenue

Stories1Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

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Property Information for 963 North University Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: North on N Fairview Ave, right onto W King St, left onto N University Ave. The house is on the West side of the street.
  • Latitude: 39.850164
  • Longitude: -88.975553
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 04-12-09-477-019
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,058.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Franklin
  • Elementary School District: Decatur Dist 61
  • High School: Macarthur
  • High School District: Decatur Dist 61
  • Middle Or Junior School: Stephen Decatur
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Decatur Dist 61
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
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Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Area: 0.14
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6098.0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1078.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1078.0
  • Building Area Total: 1078.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range Hood
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 5
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 10.0x10.0
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Width: 10.0
Room 2
  • Dimensions: 10.0x10.0
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 10.0
Room 3
  • Dimensions: 10.0x10.0
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Width: 10.0
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 10.0x10.0
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Width: 10.0
Room 5
  • Dimensions: 10.0x10.0
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom
  • Width: 10.0
Room 6
  • Dimensions: 10.0x10.0
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Width: 10.0

Property History for 963 North University Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 10, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252724

$40,000
Jul 10, 2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252724

Jul 9, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906808325

$40,000

+1.7% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/10/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252724

$40,000
07/10/2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6252724

07/09/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906808325

$40,000

+1.7% / yr

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

Public Records for 963 North University Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$468Additions$11,260Total$11,728
Tax Record2025$1,094 ($91 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,066 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,066 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,098 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955ZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-09-477-019

Schools near 963 North University 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
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public7 to 8

Macarthur High School
Public9 to 12

Robertson Charter School
CharterPK 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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