THIS HOUSE! 3 bedroom, 2 bath sits on 3/4 acre lot. Hardwoods mostly throughout. Needs refinished - (BUT I have a guy that does hardwood magic and is very reasonable. ) This house has been lived in AND loved for 25 years. Raising kids to being grandparents, to deciding to downsize - is THIS story! Tons of storage inside and out! Big closets, pantry, basement has storage galore - The dry basement offers - possible 2 more bedroom spaces, and a kitchenette and a full bath, perfect for older children or guests. When you are done looking at the inside, walk out sliders to the DREAMY back yard! Fenced in, so much yard space, patio space for pool (above ground 24', 4.5 feet deep) and summer entertaining! Professional landscaping 2025. The garage!!!---a 2 car garage with 2 extra rooms. A workshop area, and maybe a room for all of your yard tools, mower, etc. .. .. .. with a 1 car garage door on the backside for easy access in and out! If THAT isn't enough, there is also an adorable shed out back as well. A "she shed" A man cave, a pool house??" You decide! Close to the North end to EVERYTHING! Jump on I-72 in minutes! Roof 2024, HVAC 2025, Newer stainless appliances, back patio 3 yrs, Front picture window 5 yrs. This is A LOT of house to grow in and enjoy!
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$86Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Valerie Wallace• Main Place Real Estate
Bought with Non Member• Central Illinois Board of REALTORS
Est. $1,101 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2847 N 26th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6260329
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$175,000
$86/sq ft
Sep 14, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 24, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 19, 2026
Listed
$174,900
$86/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,389 (+9.3%)
$3,104 + $22,779
$25,883
2024
$1,271 (+4.0%)
$3,104 + $22,779
$25,883
2023
$1,222 (+13.4%)
$2,894 + $21,235
$24,129
2022
$1,078 (−25.8%)
$2,792 + $20,483
$23,275
2021
$1,452 (−0.5%)
$2,542 + $18,646
$21,188
2020
$1,459 (+4.1%)
$2,413 + $17,701
$20,114
2019
$1,402 (+1.4%)
$2,324 + $17,048
$19,372
2018
$1,382 (−3.4%)
$2,301 + $16,879
$19,180
2017
$1,431 (−2.3%)
$2,220 + $16,935
$19,155
2016
$1,465 (+6.1%)
$2,302 + $17,564
$19,866
2015
$1,381 (+8.1%)
$2,261 + $17,253
$19,514
2014
$1,277 (−3.3%)
$2,239 + $17,082
$19,321
2013
$1,320
$2,323 + $17,724
$20,047
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
300 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
968
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
04-12-01-226-019
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
R2
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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
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: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Unfinished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: Outdoor Pool, Above Ground
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2039
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,314
Below Grade Finished Area: 725
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
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, Gravel
Lot Size : 0.69
Lot Size Area: 0.69
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.69
Zoning: MUN
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,389
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: East Pershing Rd to 26th St. House on West side.
Subdivision Name: Virginia
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 968
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-01-226-019
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Hope Academy
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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
3/10 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 • 62526
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Decatur. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$155,000 – $188,000
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