98 Ridgeway Drive

Closed 11/26/25

Sold

Last Sold Price

$175,000

3 beds2 baths1,953 sqft

98 Ridgeway Dr, Decatur, IL 62521

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.13 acresLot Size

1965Year Built

$90/sq ftPrice per sq ft

1 carParking Spaces

Description

Super Sharp, South Shores Split level with numerous updates throughout. 1st owner lived here for 35 years and this, 2nd owner of 25 years has maintained this home very well. Upper level walks out to the deck from the breakfast area and the lower level walks out to a patio below. Move in condition. Updated kitchen with granite counters and a butcher block island. Updated baths. Updated interior doors. Replacement windows. Knockdown ceiling texture. This home has a very modern, trendy feel and style.Super Sharp, South Shores Split level with numerous updates throughout. 1st owner lived here for 35 years and this, 2nd owner of 25 years has maintained this home very well. Upper level walks out to the deck from the breakfast area and the lower level walks out to a patio below. Move in condition. Updated kitchen with granite counters and a butcher block island. Updated baths. Updated interior doors. Replacement windows. Knockdown ceiling texture. This home has a very modern, trendy feel and style.

Listing closed: 11/26/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 6255286

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Property Information for 98 Ridgeway Drive

Property Details

Taxes: $2,927 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Other
Subdivision Name: South Shores 17th Add
Has Waterfront: No
Zoning: RES

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1965
Lot Size: 0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: South Shores Dr. to Bayshore to Ridge Lane to Ridgeway.
Latitude: 39.80738

Longitude: -88.945479

Taxes and HOA

Parcel Number: 04-12-26-376-028
Tax Annual Amount: $2,927.00

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

Attached Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1.5

Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage

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Property

Lot Information

Lot Size Acres: 0.13
Lot Size Area: 0.13

Lot Size Dimensions: 48x118
Lot Size Square Feet: 5663.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete

Property and Assessments

Above Grade Finished Area: 1120.0
Building Area Total: 1953.0

Living Area Source: Public Records
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Built Source: Public Records

Building Features

Other Structures: Shed(s)
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding

Foundation Details: Other
Levels: Two
Roof: Shingle
Stories: 2
Total Stories: 2

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio

Interior Features

Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Basement: Walk-Out Access

Has Basement: No
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedrooms: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Has Fireplace: No
Interior Features: Pantry
Total Rooms: 7

Room Information

Room 1

Type: Living Room
Level: Upper

Dimensions: 12.2x16.2
Length: 12.0
Width: 16.0

Room 2

Type: Bedroom
Level: Upper

Dimensions: 10.11x14.2
Length: 10.0
Width: 14.0

Room 3

Level: Lower
Dimensions: 12.2x13.1

Length: 12.0
Width: 13.0

Room 4

Type: Family Room
Level: Lower

Dimensions: 11.9x26.3
Length: 11.0
Width: 26.0

Room 5

Type: Bathroom
Level: Upper

Room 6

Type: Dining Room
Level: Upper

Dimensions: 9.2x12.0
Length: 9.0
Width: 12.0

Room 7

Type: Bedroom
Level: Upper

Dimensions: 9.9x10.1
Length: 9.0
Width: 10.0

Room 8

Type: Bedroom
Level: Upper

Dimensions: 9.11x11.0
Length: 9.0
Width: 11.0

Room 9

Type: Bathroom
Level: Lower

Room 10

Type: Utility Room
Level: Lower

Dimensions: 7.0x9.9
Length: 7.0
Width: 9.0

Room 11

Type: Kitchen
Level: Upper

Dimensions: 11.0x12.0
Length: 11.0
Width: 12.0

Property History for 98 Ridgeway Drive

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Nov 26, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1924108424	$175,000	—
Nov 26, 2025	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255286	$175,000	—
Oct 27, 2025	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255286		—
Oct 7, 2025	Contingent Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255286		—
Oct 6, 2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255286	$169,900	—
Oct 1, 2011	Expired MRED #11581203	$107,500	—
Apr 1, 2011	Listed (Active) MRED #11581203	$109,000	—
Jan 7, 2011	Expired MRED #11579928	$103,900	—
Jul 7, 2010	Listed (Active) MRED #11579928	$104,900	—
Jun 30, 2000	Sold MRED #11557273	$75,000	—
Nov 22, 1999	Listed (Active) MRED #11557273	$83,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
11/26/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1924108424	$175,000
11/26/2025	Sold Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255286	$175,000
10/27/2025	Pending Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255286	—
10/07/2025	Contingent Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255286	—
10/06/2025	Listed (Active) Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6255286	$169,900
10/01/2011	Expired MRED #11581203	$107,500
04/01/2011	Listed (Active) MRED #11581203	$109,000
01/07/2011	Expired MRED #11579928	$103,900
07/07/2010	Listed (Active) MRED #11579928	$104,900
06/30/2000	Sold MRED #11557273	$75,000
11/22/1999	Listed (Active) MRED #11557273	$83,000

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

Public Records for 98 Ridgeway Drive

Taxable ValueLand$4,420Additions$34,445Total$38,865

Tax Record2025$3,067 ($256 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Lot Size5,663 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningMUNICIPALCountyMACONAPN04-12-26-376-028

Schools near 98 Ridgeway Drive

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	0.4 mi
2/10	Stephen Decatur Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	5.5 mi
2/10	Eisenhower High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.6 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School	Charter - Choice school	PK to 8	3.7 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	2.1 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School	Public - Choice school	K to 8	2.1 mi
NR	Holy Family Catholic School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.4 mi


Rating	School	Distance
4/10	South Shores Elementary School PublicK to 6 Serves this home	0.4 mi
2/10	Stephen Decatur Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	5.5 mi
2/10	Eisenhower High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.6 mi
4/10	Robertson Charter School CharterPK to 8 Choice school	3.7 mi
2/10	American Dreamer STEM Academy PublicK to 8 Nearby school	2.1 mi
4/10	Johns Hill Magnet School PublicK to 8 Choice school	2.1 mi
NR	Holy Family Catholic School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.4 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: 98 Ridgeway Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	$175,000	3	2	1,953	5,662
96 Ridgeway Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	6,970
100 Ridgeway Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	7,841
97 Ridgeway Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	$95,000	–	–	–	6,970
104 Ridgeway Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	$50,000	–	–	–	6,970
35 Ridge Ln Drive, Decatur, IL 62521	–	–	–	–	6,098

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