Move-in ready and full of charm, this West End bungalow offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and everyday living—just moments from Fairview Park! Featuring two bedrooms on the main level and a versatile insulated loft that could easily serve as bedroom number 3 with sitting area, cozy guest space, or a work-from-home office, this home adapts effortlessly to your lifestyle. Imagine starting your mornings with coffee on the inviting, cozy, covered front porch, then heading out for a walk, bike ride, or relaxing afternoon at the nearby park. Inside, you’ll find thoughtful updates that make daily living easy, including a brand-new dishwasher and refrigerator (2025), water softener (2022), fresh carpet and additional insulation in the second bedroom, as well as added insulation in living room. The newer shower door and well-maintained spaces add to the home’s clean, move-in ready appeal. Step outside to enjoy a fully fenced backyard (2024)—perfect for pets, play, or hosting summer get-togethers. With four trees removed and new topsoil and grass seed in place, the yard is a blank canvas ready for your personal touch, whether that’s a garden, firepit area, or outdoor entertaining space. Additional updates like new gutters (2025) and a chimney tuckpointed in 2022 provide peace of mind, while the location and price point make this home an incredible opportunity. Whether you’re looking to simplify, invest, or settle into a space that truly feels like home, this one checks all the boxes! Call your Realtor today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1914Year Built
7,081 sq ftLot Size
$78Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Cassandra Anderson• Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Bought with Non Member• Central Illinois Board of REALTORS
Est. $1,931 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 145 N Taylor Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6257852
Apr 28, 2026
Sold
$121,000
$78/sq ft
Apr 9, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 7, 2026
Listed
$117,000
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 11, 2022
Sold
$97,500
$63/sq ft
CIBR #6221055
Jul 8, 2022
Sold
$97,400
$62/sq ft
May 24, 2022
Listed
$94,900
$61/sq ft
+20
Rooms sizes are approximate and will be updated when floor plan is received. Charming West-End Bungalow on quiet street within a short walk to Fairview Park! Enjoy a glass of lemonade on a hot summer night on the large, shaded front porch. Lots of natural sunlight comes through in the living room and dining. New flooring, all new appliances (except dishwasher) stay including washer & dryer, new Pex plumbing, updated electrical, water heater & furnace in 2015. The insulated Bonus room upstairs would be a great 3rd bedroom, office or playroom with lots of natural light. Gutter guards and 1.5 car detached garage. Selling As Is.
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
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished, Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1560
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,560
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size : 0.16
Lot Size Area: 0.16
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.16
Zoning: R-3
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,991
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: Decatur Dist 61
Elementary School: Dennis
Middle Or Junior School District: Decatur Dist 61
Middle Or Junior School: Dennis
High School District: Decatur Dist 61
High School: Macarthur
Location Information
Directions: E Main to North on Taylor Avenue, house is on West side of Street.
Subdivision Name: Oakdale Add
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,178
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,081 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-16-180-027
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Dennis Lab School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
2/10
Macarthur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
2/10
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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 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% 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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Historical weather
Decatur, IL • 62522
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$128,000 – $155,000
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