West-end charm meets thoughtful updates in this 2-story home. The living room features crown molding and built-in bookshelves, creating a warm and inviting space. The updated kitchen includes quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, with a traditional dining area that opens through French doors to the family room. A large picture window overlooks the private, fenced backyard and spacious deck. The full, partially finished basement has been waterproofed and offers flexible space for a playroom, workout area, or additional living use. Recent updates include HVAC and water heater replacement, updated windows, new carpet upstairs, and plank flooring on the lower level. Offering 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, this home sits in the heart of the west end—just minutes from Kiwanis Park and the west-end bike trail connecting Fairview Park to Rock Springs and north to Pershing Road. This is a setting known for spring dog walks, fall color, and neighbors you come to know.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$64Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Chris Harrison• Keller Williams Revolution
Listed by Barbara McElroy• Keller Williams Revolution
Bought with Chris Harrison• Keller Williams Revolution
Est. $1,147 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2181 W Forest Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6257988
Jun 12, 2026
Sold
$140,000
$64/sq ft
Jun 5, 2026
Pending
—
May 15, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 25, 2026
Price Changed
$154,900
$71/sq ft
Apr 10, 2026
Listed
$159,900
$73/sq ft
CIBR #6225838
Mar 10, 2023
Sold
$127,000
$58/sq ft
Feb 27, 2023
Pending
—
Feb 9, 2023
Contingent
—
Feb 7, 2023
Listed
$132,000
$61/sq ft
+16
You'll find the West-End Charm in this 2-story with a park-like fenced backyard! Full, partially finished basement has been waterproofed and has a finished space to function as a playroom, workout area, man cave - use your imagination! Fresh paint and lots of windows (replacement) give this 3 bedroom home a bright & cheery feel! Check out the large room on the back of the house that gives you plenty of beautiful views of the fenced, treed backyard that is perfect for pets and kids! All appliances stay. Short walk to Kiwanis Park and the bike trail. This home will not sit on the market long - call today to see!
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
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Unfinished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2177
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,817
Below Grade Finished Area: 360
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
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 : 0.26
Lot Size Area: 0.26
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,354
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
High School District: Decatur Dist 61
Location Information
Directions: S. Fairview, West on Forest Avenue
Subdivision Name: Dennis Add
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,084
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-17-431-017
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
12/100 Car-Dependent46/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Dennis Lab School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
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
4/10 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
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Estimated sale price
$155,000 – $188,000
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