Welcome to the West End! This is a classic two-story home full of timeless character and charm. This spacious residence offers an open and inviting main-floor layout designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The updated kitchen flows seamlessly into generous living and dining spaces, while many windows fill the home with natural light and showcase peaceful backyard views. Upstairs You'll find generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious master suite with private bath, providing comfort and flexibility for the family, Rich hardwood flooring, built-ins, and architectural details add warmth and personality throughout the home. Step outside to enjoy the fenced backyard, perfect for relaxing, pets, or entertaining, with a deck and patio overlooking scenic Lake Tokorozawa. A detached two-car garage adds convenience and storage, while the sought-after West End location places you near parks, bike paths, Millikin University, and neighborhood amenities. Let's go!
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
7,850 sq ftLot Size
$73Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Sexton• Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Bought with Valerie Wallace• Main Place Real Estate
Est. $2,584 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1521 Sunset Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6258592
Jul 1, 2026
Sold
$154,000
$73/sq ft
Jun 8, 2026
Pending
—
May 18, 2026
Contingent
—
May 14, 2026
Listed
$149,900
$71/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 26, 2019
Sold
$113,500
$54/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 2019
Sold
$75,000
$36/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11587799
Oct 25, 2014
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11585725
Feb 1, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
May 10, 2010
Sold
$101,500
$48/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 25, 2010
Sold
$76,000
$36/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11576239
Mar 12, 2009
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,471 (+4.6%)
$4,315 + $38,878
$43,193
2024
$3,317 (+1.5%)
$4,315 + $38,878
$43,193
2023
$3,269 (+39.4%)
$4,023 + $36,243
$40,266
2022
$2,345 (+8.4%)
$3,881 + $34,960
$38,841
2021
$2,162 (−1.0%)
$3,977 + $24,481
$28,458
2020
$2,184 (−20.3%)
$3,775 + $23,240
$27,015
2019
$2,739 (+13.9%)
$3,636 + $22,383
$26,019
2018
$2,405 (−2.3%)
$3,600 + $22,161
$25,761
2017
$2,462 (−1.9%)
$2,860 + $20,031
$22,891
2016
$2,509 (+5.3%)
$2,966 + $20,776
$23,742
2015
$2,383 (+7.6%)
$2,914 + $20,409
$23,323
2014
$2,214 (−1.7%)
$2,885 + $20,207
$23,092
2013
$2,252
$2,993 + $20,966
$23,959
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
157 ft.
Lot depth
50 ft.
Lot size
7,850 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
04-12-16-379-011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
R3
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
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished, Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2108
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,108
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
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 : 0.18
Lot Size Area: 0.18
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Zoning: MUN
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,317
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: S Fairview to W Sunset
Subdivision Name: University Place 2nd Add
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,850 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-16-379-011
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 • 1.8mi
2/10
Macarthur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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
76/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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5.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$149,000 – $180,000
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