Google street view image for 1617 E Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 62521

Off Market Nov 2017 for $18K

$59,588

•

1,272

sq ft

1617 E Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 62521

About this home

Don't be fooled! This AWESOME house has been loved by the same family since the 70's and features a beautiful ceramic entryway with a handsome staircase, 3 large bedrooms and 2 full baths. Over sized bedrooms and kitchen are wonderful for entertaining. Front porch is freshly painted, newer deck on back, replacement windows, updated furnace and central air and an adorably landscaped backyard. A fantastic find whether you are looking for your first home or first investment.

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$47Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Becca Smart • Lyle Campbell & Son Realtors

Bought with Stacey Wenskunas • Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First

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•Source:CIBR #6173245

Redfin Estimate

$59,588

$42K since sold in November 2017$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 0.1% lower than the average sale price ($60K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$63,400
A
2 beds1.5 baths1,272 sq ft
2292 E Main St, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD MAY 18, 2026
$42,500
B
2 beds1.5 baths1,340 sq ft
729 S 22nd St, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD APR 9, 2026
$45,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,176 sq ft
1954 E Main St, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$69,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,350 sq ft
1976 E Wood St, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD NOV 12, 2025
$80,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,104 sq ft
1605 E Clay St, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$58,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,043 sq ft
2317 E Eldorado St, Decatur, IL 62521

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Market trends in 62521, IL

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.3%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$145K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

23d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

175

39 MoM

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Sale history for 1617 E Johns Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$694 (+3.4%)

$1,947 + $5,493

$7,440

2024

$671 (+0.8%)

$1,947 + $5,493

$7,440

2023

$666 (+4.0%)

$1,815 + $5,121

$6,936

2022

$640 (−38.9%)

$1,751 + $4,940

$6,691

2021

$1,048 (−2.1%)

$1,594 + $4,565

$6,159

2020

$1,070 (+3.6%)

$1,513 + $8,669

$10,182

2019

$1,032 (+88.7%)

$1,457 + $8,349

$9,806

2018

$547 (−5.1%)

$1,443 + $8,266

$9,709

2017

$577 (−2.9%)

$2,914 + $8,293

$11,207

2016

$594 (+7.5%)

$3,023 + $8,601

$11,624

2015

$553 (+8.7%)

$2,970 + $8,449

$11,419

2014

$509 (−5.5%)

$2,941 + $8,365

$11,306

2013

$538

$3,051 + $8,679

$11,730

Tax history for 1617 E Johns Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$694 (+3.4%)

$1,947 + $5,493

$7,440

2024

$671 (+0.8%)

$1,947 + $5,493

$7,440

2023

$666 (+4.0%)

$1,815 + $5,121

$6,936

2022

$640 (−38.9%)

$1,751 + $4,940

$6,691

2021

$1,048 (−2.1%)

$1,594 + $4,565

$6,159

2020

$1,070 (+3.6%)

$1,513 + $8,669

$10,182

2019

$1,032 (+88.7%)

$1,457 + $8,349

$9,806

2018

$547 (−5.1%)

$1,443 + $8,266

$9,709

2017

$577 (−2.9%)

$2,914 + $8,293

$11,207

2016

$594 (+7.5%)

$3,023 + $8,601

$11,624

2015

$553 (+8.7%)

$2,970 + $8,449

$11,419

2014

$509 (−5.5%)

$2,941 + $8,365

$11,306

2013

$538

$3,051 + $8,679

$11,730

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

151 ft.

Lot depth

80 ft.

Lot size

0.28 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Other

County

Macon County

APN

04-12-13-303-005

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

Property details

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished, Partial

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof: Other, Shingle

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1272
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,272
Levels: One and One Half
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Shingle Siding, Plaster

Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Other

Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel
Lot Size : 0.28
Lot Size Dimensions: 151 x 80
Lot Size Area: 0.28
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Zoning: RES

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $594.24

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Schools Information
Elementary School District: Decatur Dist 61
Elementary School: Baum
Middle Or Junior School District: Decatur Dist 61
Middle Or Junior School: Jefferson
High School District: Decatur Dist 61
High School: Eisenhower

Location Information
Directions: South 16th St to East on Johns Ave
Subdivision Name: Tj Cummings First Add

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-13-303-005

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors

Around this home

Schools

Muffley Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.7mi

3/10

Stephen Decatur Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi

2/10

Eisenhower High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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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Historical weather

Decatur, IL • 62521

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Estimated sale price

$57,000 – $69,000

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Home values near 1617 E Johns Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1675 East Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1155 Sq. Ft.	$54,072
1612 East Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 926 Sq. Ft.	$52,749

Address	Redfin Estimate
1627 East Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 963 Sq. Ft.	—
1682 East Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 826 Sq. Ft.	$28,543

Address	Redfin Estimate
1600 East Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1068 Sq. Ft.	$49,653
1628 East Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 948 Sq. Ft.	$37,030

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