Check out this Mid-century Cottage tucked in on a dead-end street on Decatur's East side, Sylvan Shores Addn. Spacious living room with stone fireplace. The convenient galley kitchen boasts butcher block counters. The bathroom can be accessed from the back entry and the bedroom. There is a cozy room on the back of the house that can be a study, sitting room, dining room or convert to a 2nd bedroom. Out back is a partially covered patio from where you can enjoy the privacy of the bamboo and other plantings started by a previous owner who was a Millikin botanist. For relaxing or special moments enjoy the screened gazebo located on the extra lot. Includes 2nd lot (04-13-18-178-002). This could make a great get away, an affordable home for those wanting solace or even an Airbnb or VRBO.
What a unique property! This open concept house with the spacious living room and the gas fireplace will accommodate a group of friends, or perhaps a quieter, cozy setting will be in order. With most furnishings remaining with the home, it is absolutely move-in ready. Almost new - stainless kitchen appliances and furnace and ac, hardwood floors, replacement windows . .. all spell 'low maintenance. ' Move to the outside and enjoy the quiet solitude on the back partially covered, 162 sq ft patio or sit in the screened gazebo (with electricity AND storm windows). A previous owner - Millikin botanist- landscaped the property and planted a plethora of beautiful plants. It is yours to enjoy, along with the deer and other wildlife. Although it feels like country, you are almost on the lake and in close proximity to parks, the Devon, transportation, and shopping. Check out this quaint home . .. make it your own!! As Is.
Public Records
Aug 29, 2022
Sold
$75,000
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 13, 2020
Sold
$73,333
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,354 (+3.4%)
$4,757 + $9,751
$14,508
2024
$1,309 (+0.8%)
$4,757 + $9,751
$14,508
2023
$1,298 (+8.6%)
$4,435 + $9,090
$13,525
2022
$1,195 (+6.4%)
$4,278 + $8,768
$13,046
2021
$1,123 (−2.1%)
$3,894 + $7,602
$11,496
2020
$1,147 (+3.6%)
$3,697 + $7,217
$10,914
2019
$1,107 (+12.7%)
$3,561 + $6,951
$10,512
2018
$982 (−2.3%)
$3,526 + $6,882
$10,408
2017
$1,005 (−1.9%)
$2,440 + $6,905
$9,345
2016
$1,024 (+5.2%)
$2,531 + $7,161
$9,692
2015
$973 (+7.7%)
$2,486 + $7,034
$9,520
2014
$904 (−1.7%)
$2,461 + $6,964
$9,425
2013
$919
$2,553 + $7,226
$9,779
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
885
Year built
1953
Style
Other
County
Macon County
APN
04-13-18-178-003
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
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 4
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 827
Above Grade Finished Area: 827
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick, Other, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Other
Lot Size : 0.15
Lot Size Area: 0.15
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,309
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: E William St to south on 27th St. the left on E Main then around curve to 29th and left again on E. Main.
Subdivision Name: Sylvan Shores Add
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 885
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-13-18-178-003
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
14/100 Car-Dependent20/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Michael E Baum Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
2/10
Eisenhower High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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
1% 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
$77,000 – $94,000
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