Welcome to 2409 W Center St in Decatur, IL! This charming property offers 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with over an acre of land, providing endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. The previous owners enjoyed raising chickens and tending to a large garden, making it an ideal place for those with a green thumb. Inside, you'll find an inviting eat-in kitchen with lovely wood cabinetry and a gas range. The home also features an enclosed 3-season front porch with many windows, creating a bright and airy space for relaxation and enjoyment. Additionally, a spacious 19x17 attic space with stair access could easily be converted into a third bedroom. The property boasts a new septic system and furnace installed in 2019, ensuring modern comfort and functionality. The roof was replaced in 2017, adding to the property's overall value. The backyard also includes a red shed, and there's a 1.5-car detached garage for your convenience. Don't miss the chance to make this delightful property your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
1.07 acresLot Size
$100Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jim Cleveland• RE/MAX Executives Plus
Bought with Tony Piraino• Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Source:CIBR #6229250
Redfin Estimate
$96,561
$39K since sold in April 2025$0 since July
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This home's estimate is 19.6% higher than the average sale price ($81K) of 5 comparable homes.
Welcome to 2409 W Center St in Decatur, IL! This charming property offers 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with over an acre of land, providing endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. The previous owners enjoyed raising chickens and tending to a large garden, making it an ideal place for those with a green thumb. Inside, you'll find an inviting eat-in kitchen with lovely wood cabinetry and a gas range. The home also features an enclosed 3-season front porch with many windows, creating a bright and airy space for relaxation and enjoyment. Additionally, a spacious 19x17 attic space with stair access could easily be converted into a third bedroom. The property boasts a new septic system and furnace installed in 2019, ensuring modern comfort and functionality. The roof was replaced in 2017, adding to the property's overall value. The backyard also includes a red shed, and there's a 1.5-car detached garage for your convenience. Don't miss the chance to make this delightful property your own!
Public Records
Aug 1, 2006
Sold
$67,000
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,804 (+5.8%)
$7,521 + $17,806
$25,327
2024
$1,705 (+2.1%)
$7,521 + $17,806
$25,327
2023
$1,669 (+23.1%)
$7,011 + $16,599
$23,610
2022
$1,356 (+10.0%)
$6,763 + $16,011
$22,774
2021
$1,233 (−0.2%)
$6,157 + $12,785
$18,942
2020
$1,235 (+4.2%)
$5,845 + $12,137
$17,982
2019
$1,185 (+10.7%)
$5,629 + $11,689
$17,318
2018
$1,071 (−3.8%)
$5,573 + $11,573
$17,146
2017
$1,113 (−2.4%)
$4,382 + $11,812
$16,194
2016
$1,141 (+6.3%)
$4,545 + $12,251
$16,796
2015
$1,073 (+8.3%)
$4,465 + $12,034
$16,499
2014
$991 (−3.7%)
$4,421 + $11,915
$16,336
2013
$1,029
$4,587 + $12,363
$16,950
Tax history for 2409 W Center St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,804 (+5.8%)
$7,521 + $17,806
$25,327
2024
$1,705 (+2.1%)
$7,521 + $17,806
$25,327
2023
$1,669 (+23.1%)
$7,011 + $16,599
$23,610
2022
$1,356 (+10.0%)
$6,763 + $16,011
$22,774
2021
$1,233 (−0.2%)
$6,157 + $12,785
$18,942
2020
$1,235 (+4.2%)
$5,845 + $12,137
$17,982
2019
$1,185 (+10.7%)
$5,629 + $11,689
$17,318
2018
$1,071 (−3.8%)
$5,573 + $11,573
$17,146
2017
$1,113 (−2.4%)
$4,382 + $11,812
$16,194
2016
$1,141 (+6.3%)
$4,545 + $12,251
$16,796
2015
$1,073 (+8.3%)
$4,465 + $12,034
$16,499
2014
$991 (−3.7%)
$4,421 + $11,915
$16,336
2013
$1,029
$4,587 + $12,363
$16,950
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
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
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 968
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Exterior
Exterior Information
Foundation Type: Unknown With Basement
Building Construction Quality: Luxury
Roof Framing Type: Wood
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 968
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 968
Building Sq. Ft: 1,936
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: W108.7 E247.1 N441.05 S718.30 LY S OF PUB RD SW1/4 NE1/4 04BK3527/254
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Detached Frame Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 352
Garage / Carport Type: Detached Frame
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 46,609
Municipality Name: DECATUR
Acres: 1.07
Zoning Code: MUNICIPAL
County Use Description: RES WITH BUILDINGS
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax Area: DECATUR
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 968
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.07 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-08-252-007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
2/10
Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
2/10
Macarthur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$92,000 – $112,000
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