UNDER CONTRACT

Contingent

$65,000

Est. $421/mo —

•

1,216

sq ft

124 S 20th St, Decatur, IL 62521

About this home

This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home has been lovingly owned by the same owner for nearly 30 years! Inside, you'll find that the large living room offers space for both living and dining. Through the kitchen, you'll find the stairs that leads to a finished and unfinished basement, providing plenty of flexibility. The finished portion is perfect for a family room, recreation area, man cave, playroom, home office, or hobby space, while the unfinished side offers ample storage. Enjoy relaxing mornings or evenings on the screened-in front porch, and take advantage of the nicely maintained, fenced yard—ideal for pets, entertaining, or outdoor enjoyment. This property combines character, practicality, and pride of ownership all in one package. Whether you're looking for your next home or an investment property, this residence offers comfort, functionality, and a proven rental history.

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

4,000 sq ftLot Size

$53Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Arianna Sims • Brinkoetter REALTORS®

Listing updated: Aug 15, 2026 at 03:46pm

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:CIBR #6259202

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$421 per month

Principal and interest$324

Property taxes

$66

HOA dues

Home insurance

$30

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Michael E Baum Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.0mi

3/10

Stephen Decatur Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi

2/10

Eisenhower High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

2/10

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About Clokey

Park

Clokey Park, located between Eldorado Street and East Wood Street, is a residential and park-adjacent Decatur neighborhood with a central green space and a walkable grid of side streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Clokey Park grounds near Eldorado Street, where ballfields, playground energy, and shaded paths set the daily rhythm. Early-20th-century houses mix with mid-century updates, giving blocks a lived-in, practical feel. The Decatur Area Arts Council and the Transfer House anchor local culture with galleries, classes, and community events. Nearby, the Hieronymus Mueller Museum adds a dose of local history in a restored mansion setting. Errand runs and casual meals cluster along Eldorado Street’s small-business corridor.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Finished full basement with unfinished areas
Gas water heater
Range
Refrigerator

Bathrooms
One full bathroom

Kitchen
Range
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Gas water heater

Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 124 S 20th St

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$797 (+3.4%)

$1,022 + $7,520

$8,542

2024

$771 (+0.8%)

$1,022 + $7,520

$8,542

2023

$764 (+7.0%)

$953 + $7,010

$7,963

2022

$714 (+6.4%)

$919 + $6,762

$7,681

2021

$671 (−2.1%)

$837 + $6,035

$6,872

2020

$686 (+3.6%)

$795 + $5,729

$6,524

2019

$662 (−12.8%)

$766 + $5,518

$6,284

2018

$759 (−2.3%)

$758 + $5,463

$6,221

2017

$777 (−1.9%)

$197 + $7,027

$7,224

2016

$792 (−8.6%)

$204 + $7,289

$7,493

2015

$866 (+7.6%)

$1,248 + $7,232

$8,480

2014

$805 (−1.6%)

$1,236 + $7,160

$8,396

2013

$818

$1,282 + $7,429

$8,711

Public record

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Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

80 ft.

Lot depth

50 ft.

Lot size

4,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

—

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Other

County

Macon County

APN

04-12-13-184-012

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.

Single Family Residence District

The purpose of this district, and of districts R-2 and R-3 is to encourage and protect single-family neighborhoods and the land uses which are compatible with them.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Park & open space

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Decatur, IL • 62521

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Redfin Estimate for 124 S 20th St

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Nearby homes have recently sold between $57,000 and $69,900.

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $57K to $70K.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$69,000 Last sold price
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$2/sq ft
larger lot
24 years older
SOLD OCT 1, 2025
$57,000 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath1,227 sq ft
2135 E Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
$7/sq ft
larger lot
SOLD DEC 3, 2025
$58,500 Last sold price
4 beds1.5 baths1,226 sq ft
1850 E Prairie St, Decatur, IL 62521
$5/sq ft
larger lot
25 years older
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$60,000 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath1,008 sq ft
1135 E Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
$7/sq ft
larger lot
41 years newer
SOLD JAN 29, 2026
$69,900 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath830 sq ft
1812 Shady Crest St, Decatur, IL 62521
$31/sq ft
larger lot
no basement
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$60,000 Last sold price
2 beds1.5 baths1,247 sq ft
1042 N 33rd St, Decatur, IL 62521
$5/sq ft
larger lot
12 years newer

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