Pending

$50,000

Est. $362/mo —

•

978

sq ft

1653 N Maple Ave, Decatur, IL 62526

About this home

This charming 2-bedroom bungalow is just a few blocks away from Decatur Memorial Hospital. It is packed with recent upgrades that make it truly move-in ready. A brand new roof offers peace of mind and long-term durability, while the new furnace—installed by Noah’s Plumbing—ensures year-round comfort. Additional updates include a new water heater, an upgraded thermostat, and a complete replacement of old galvanized pipes with durable PEX plumbing. Wood-burning fireplace has been beautifully restored by the Chimney Doctor. A new security system enhances safety, and new outdoor spigots in both the front and back make outdoor maintenance a breeze. Blending classic charm with essential modern updates, this home is ready for you to move in and enjoy. * Detached garage structure exists but is not suitable for use in its current state

Single-familyProperty Type

1927Year Built

5,000 sq ftLot Size

$51Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Mildred Bass • Keller Williams Revolution

Listing updated: Nov 21, 2025 at 11:59am

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:CIBR #6251593

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$362 per month

Principal and interest$250

Property taxes

$89

HOA dues

Home insurance

$23

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.2mi

2/10

Stephen Decatur Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi

2/10

Macarthur High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

2/10

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About Neighborhood

Empowerment

Neighborhood Empowerment, located between Downtown Decatur and Lake Decatur, is a civic-minded and residential Decatur neighborhood with a grid of tree-lined streets and a strong sense of local stewardship. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Decatur Civic Center plaza and the surrounding blocks, where event nights, marquee lights, and small storefronts set the tempo. Community pillars include the Decatur Civic Center, the Transfer House, and the Hieronymus Mueller Museum, anchoring a culture of local history and public gathering. Housing reads as classic Midwestern, with older frame homes and tidy lots mixed with small-scale infill. Parks and the lakefront shape daily routines with open lawns and water views. The downtown edge adds galleries, coffee counters, and festival energy without feeling glossy.

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Market insights

1653 N Maple Ave · $50,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 21 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 2% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $154,589. (209% higher than this home)

PRICE DROP

22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Forced Air

Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 3
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished, Full

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 978
Above Grade Finished Area: 978
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: Other
Lot Size : 0.11
Lot Size Area: 0.11
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Zoning: MUN

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,074

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Electricity and solar

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Location

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

Location Information
Subdivision Name: L Towls 2nd Add

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Finished Sq. Ft.: 978
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 978
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-10-134-020

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors

Sale and tax history for 1653 N Maple Ave

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,120 (+3.4%)

$469 + $11,528

$11,997

2024

$1,083 (+0.8%)

$469 + $11,528

$11,997

2023

$1,074 (+6.2%)

$437 + $10,747

$11,184

2022

$1,011 (+6.4%)

$422 + $10,367

$10,789

2021

$950 (−2.1%)

$384 + $9,344

$9,728

2020

$970 (+3.6%)

$365 + $8,870

$9,235

2019

$937 (−7.4%)

$352 + $8,543

$8,895

2018

$1,011 (−2.3%)

$349 + $8,458

$8,807

2017

$1,035 (−1.9%)

$198 + $9,429

$9,627

2016

$1,055 (+92.5%)

$205 + $9,780

$9,985

2015

$548 (+6.6%)

$176 + $11,043

$11,219

2014

$514 (−0.9%)

$174 + $10,934

$11,108

2013

$519

$181 + $11,345

$11,526

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

50 ft.

Lot size

5,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

978

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

978

Year built

1927

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Macon County

APN

04-12-10-134-020

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 105° 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 • 62526

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

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May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

90/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.2 hrs

4.8 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 1653 N Maple Ave

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$65,000 Last sold price
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$36/sq ft
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SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$43,000 Last sold price
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$23/sq ft
larger lot
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SOLD DEC 10, 2025
$55,000 Last sold price
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1645 W Center St, Decatur, IL 62526
$8/sq ft
larger lot
35 years newer
SOLD JUN 20, 2026
$65,000 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath1,020 sq ft
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$13/sq ft
larger lot
37 years older
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$64,500 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath952 sq ft
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$17/sq ft
30 years newer
SOLD APR 22, 2026
$34,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,365 sq ft
644 W Division St, Decatur, IL 62526
$26/sq ft
larger lot
7 years older

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