Step into this charming and updated home with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Walk out basement features a spacious family/rec room with tv, fireplace, and a bar area great for entertaining guests. Many modern touches including beautiful vinyl plank flooring throughout main level. Exceptional kitchen features granite countertops, newer stainless appliances including a smart refrigerator with touch screen and open floor plan to living room. Lower-level features ceramic flooring and walks out to a backyard that has an incredible maintenance free deck, a water feature, an enclosure for an outdoor tv, and a separate fenced in area. The perimeter of the backyard is lined with trees for added privacy. There is access to Lake Decatur just down the road, nearby elementary schools, park, grocery store, and restaurants. Must see to appreciate what this property has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$154Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Twila Bumgardner• Grissom-Schmitz Realty
Welcome home to this beautifully updated and meticulously maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch with walk out basement sitting on a large corner lot in Decatur's South Shores subdivision! Crisp new siding and inviting landscaping welcome you inside where you'll find updates galore starting with the brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring found throughout the main level. The bright and airy living room is highlighted by updated lighting and a rustic wood accent wall. Head into the upgraded kitchen where you'll fall in love with the granite countertops with bar seating, stylish tile backsplash, brick accent, updated light fixtures, and stainless appliances, including a smart refrigerator. Down the hall, you'll discover the first spacious bedroom currently being used as a laundry room as well as two additional bedrooms, all with cool neutral tones and great closet space. The stunning, fully remodeled main level bath features a high-end shower system, granite counter, and amazing bowl sink. Need more? Check out the full basement for fantastic entertaining space with a custom built bar, electric fireplace, and tile flooring. You'll also find great storage space and additional laundry hook-ups as well as an updated second full bath. Relax and unwind in your own private oasis in the backyard complete with a multi-tier, no maintenance composite deck with built-in pool, plenty of space to play, patio area, and 2 garden sheds. New HVAC and electrical upgraded to 200amp in 2021. Don't miss your chance to own this incredible property!
Public Records
Jun 16, 2005
Sold
$71,000
$67/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,721 (+4.3%)
$6,320 + $50,267
$56,587
2024
$4,526 (+1.3%)
$6,320 + $50,267
$56,587
2023
$4,467 (+90.8%)
$5,892 + $46,860
$52,752
2022
$2,341 (+16.8%)
$5,683 + $45,201
$50,884
2021
$2,004 (−0.9%)
$5,173 + $23,251
$28,424
2020
$2,022 (+4.0%)
$4,911 + $22,072
$26,983
2019
$1,945 (−3.1%)
$4,730 + $21,258
$25,988
2018
$2,009 (−3.1%)
$4,683 + $21,048
$25,731
2017
$2,073 (−2.2%)
$6,350 + $20,209
$26,559
2016
$2,119 (+5.8%)
$6,587 + $19,465
$26,052
2015
$2,002 (+8.0%)
$6,471 + $19,121
$25,592
2014
$1,854 (−2.8%)
$6,407 + $18,932
$25,339
2013
$1,907
$6,648 + $19,643
$26,291
Tax history for 26 Sandcreek Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,721 (+4.3%)
$6,320 + $50,267
$56,587
2024
$4,526 (+1.3%)
$6,320 + $50,267
$56,587
2023
$4,467 (+90.8%)
$5,892 + $46,860
$52,752
2022
$2,341 (+16.8%)
$5,683 + $45,201
$50,884
2021
$2,004 (−0.9%)
$5,173 + $23,251
$28,424
2020
$2,022 (+4.0%)
$4,911 + $22,072
$26,983
2019
$1,945 (−3.1%)
$4,730 + $21,258
$25,988
2018
$2,009 (−3.1%)
$4,683 + $21,048
$25,731
2017
$2,073 (−2.2%)
$6,350 + $20,209
$26,559
2016
$2,119 (+5.8%)
$6,587 + $19,465
$26,052
2015
$2,002 (+8.0%)
$6,471 + $19,121
$25,592
2014
$1,854 (−2.8%)
$6,407 + $18,932
$25,339
2013
$1,907
$6,648 + $19,643
$26,291
*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
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Macon County
APN
04-12-26-177-024
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
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
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1060
Above Grade Finished Area: 960
Below Grade Finished Area: 100
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl 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 : 0.36
Lot Size Area: 0.36
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.36
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,467
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
Subdivision Name: South Shores 10th Add
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-26-177-024
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
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Transit
South Shores Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
2/10
Eisenhower High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
2/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being 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
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$156,000 – $189,000
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