This delightful home is perfectly situated on a corner lot in the desirable West End, just a short stroll to Kiwanis Park and the bike path. Packed with character and modern conveniences, this property is ideal for comfortable living and entertaining. The home features 4 bedrooms—2 on the main floor and 2 upstairs. Two upstairs hall walk-in closets provide ample storage for all your needs. A bonus room off one of the upstairs bedrooms offers endless possibilities: a playroom, office, man cave, teen hangout, or cozy reading nook. Enjoy gatherings or quiet evenings on the large deck off the kitchen, overlooking a fenced backyard with low-maintenance (new) vinyl fencing. Key updates include a new roof (2024), new furnace and air (2023), water heater (2022), new gutters, and updated carpet (2019). The partially finished basement offers additional living space for a family room or game room, toilet facilities and a large laundry/storage area. With its unbeatable location, thoughtful updates, and charming details, this West End gem is waiting for you to call it home. Schedule your showing today!
Adorable Home with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths! Living room is large and has a wood burning fireplace that you can enjoy from the dining area and kitchen! An Open concept. Enjoy the island in the kitchen and the many cabinets as well. The Master bedroom is on the main floor and it's bathroom opens to the main hall. Enjoy the 2nd bedroom on the main floor, with 3rd and 4th bdrms upstairs. A full bath up as well. The bonus room which is large could be the play area for kids, an office, or whatever you need. It has new carpet and a window! The beautiful deck and brick patio in the back yard is very private and charming! Pull into the garage, and use the large unfinished bsmt for storage, laundry, workshop, and 1/2 bath. Cute home with character and has that west end charm! See it and appreciate it ---pictures don't do this one justice!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11602401
May 31, 2018
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,927 (+38.6%)
$6,918 + $35,445
$42,363
2024
$2,112 (−2.7%)
$6,918 + $35,445
$42,363
2023
$2,171 (−5.0%)
$6,449 + $33,043
$39,492
2022
$2,286 (+10.3%)
$6,221 + $31,873
$38,094
2021
$2,073
$6,235 + $26,577
$32,812
2020
$2,073 (−27.6%)
$5,919 + $25,230
$31,149
2019
$2,865 (+13.3%)
$5,701 + $24,299
$30,000
2018
$2,529 (−0.9%)
$5,645 + $32,296
$37,941
2017
$2,553 (−0.9%)
$6,136 + $28,931
$35,067
2016
$2,575 (+3.4%)
$6,364 + $30,006
$36,370
2015
$2,491 (+6.6%)
$6,251 + $29,475
$35,726
2014
$2,336 (−3.3%)
$6,189 + $29,183
$35,372
2013
$2,416
$6,421 + $30,279
$36,700
Tax history for 285 S Redwood Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,927 (+38.6%)
$6,918 + $35,445
$42,363
2024
$2,112 (−2.7%)
$6,918 + $35,445
$42,363
2023
$2,171 (−5.0%)
$6,449 + $33,043
$39,492
2022
$2,286 (+10.3%)
$6,221 + $31,873
$38,094
2021
$2,073
$6,235 + $26,577
$32,812
2020
$2,073 (−27.6%)
$5,919 + $25,230
$31,149
2019
$2,865 (+13.3%)
$5,701 + $24,299
$30,000
2018
$2,529 (−0.9%)
$5,645 + $32,296
$37,941
2017
$2,553 (−0.9%)
$6,136 + $28,931
$35,067
2016
$2,575 (+3.4%)
$6,364 + $30,006
$36,370
2015
$2,491 (+6.6%)
$6,251 + $29,475
$35,726
2014
$2,336 (−3.3%)
$6,189 + $29,183
$35,372
2013
$2,416
$6,421 + $30,279
$36,700
*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
1.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,359
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
04-12-17-257-019
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Unfinished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2388
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,288
Below Grade Finished Area: 100
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Stone, 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 : 0.26
Lot Size Area: 0.26
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,171
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: West on W Main, South on Redwood Lane
Subdivision Name: West View Add
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,359
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-17-257-019
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
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Schools
Dennis Lab School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
2/10
Macarthur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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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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Estimated sale price
$180,000 – $217,000
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