Opportunity awaits with this classic 1970s tri-level situated on a generous half-acre lot m/l. Featuring great bones and plenty of potential, this home is ready for your personal touches and vision. The remodeled kitchen offers white cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, creating a bright and functional space for everyday living. Recent improvements provide peace of mind, including a new roof (2024), fresh exterior paint (2026), and new HVAC system and water heater (2026). Outside, you'll find a spacious deck overlooking the large backyard, plenty of room for gardening, recreation, or future enhancements, and a large attached two-car garage for storage and convenience. With its vintage 1970s character, major mechanical updates already completed, and room to build equity through cosmetic improvements, this property is a fantastic opportunity for homeowners to create a home that reflects their own style. Just a short golf cart ride to Southside Country Club!
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$116Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Sexton• Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Bought with Barbara McElroy• Keller Williams Revolution
Est. $1,331 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1618 Bob O Link Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6259177
Aug 17, 2026
Sold
$155,000
$116/sq ft
Jun 23, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 10, 2026
Listed
$169,900
$128/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,587 (−3.1%)
$11,234 + $36,726
$47,960
2024
$2,670 (−1.9%)
$11,234 + $36,726
$47,960
2023
$2,721 (−2.5%)
$11,156 + $36,471
$47,627
2022
$2,792 (+1.5%)
$11,156 + $34,085
$45,241
2021
$2,752 (−5.5%)
$10,470 + $31,990
$42,460
2020
$2,912 (−3.9%)
$10,125 + $30,935
$41,060
2019
$3,028 (+1.1%)
$9,864 + $30,136
$40,000
2018
$2,994 (−5.5%)
$9,597 + $40,341
$49,938
2017
$3,168 (−0.5%)
$9,231 + $38,804
$48,035
2016
$3,183 (+3.4%)
$9,126 + $38,362
$47,488
2015
$3,079 (+8.0%)
$8,860 + $37,245
$46,105
2014
$2,851 (+2.1%)
$8,772 + $36,876
$45,648
2013
$2,794
$8,772 + $36,876
$45,648
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
200 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,335
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
17-12-33-127-010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
R1
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
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished, Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2075
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,331
Levels: Three Or More, Multi/Split
# of Stories Total: 3
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood 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 : 0.46
Lot Size Area: 0.46
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.46
Zoning: MUN
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,670
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: Decatur Dist 61
Middle Or Junior School District: Decatur Dist 61
Middle Or Junior School: Stephen Decatur
High School District: Decatur Dist 61
High School: Macarthur
Location Information
Directions: W Grove to Cottage to Olympia to Bob-O-Link
Subdivision Name: Fairway Estates
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,335
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 17-12-33-127-010
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
6/100 Car-Dependent24/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
South Shores Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi
2/10
Eisenhower High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° 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 • 62521
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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6.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$161,000 – $195,000
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