One of the few lakefront views without high lake taxes due to the small access road that runs between the house and the lake. The current owner took four years to find this lovely house, and the owner has been in it for over seven years. Wonderful views in the great Forest Knolls neighborhood right on the lake. Spacious 3 BR ranch with finished lower level (3rd bedroom in basement) with wet bar, great for entertaining. Sun room on the back overlooking gazebo with hot tub and beautifully landscaped, fenced back yard, cedar-lined closets in the lower level. Deck across front of house, insulated workshop at back of garage (w/nat gas heater), storage shed, new exterior sliding door to a hot tub that has only been used twice, kitchen with granite, stainless steel appliances, and much more. State Farm told the owner the roof has another seven years left, but it will need some work on the seawall and dock in the next couple of years. Price was lowered to be competitive with the $155 per square foot range of mid-tier lakefront homes overlooking Lake Decatur. Seller has the best neighbors! The lake view is also one of the best in town, and it's among the owner's favorite sunsets in the nation. Walking distance to the Scovill Zoo and Children's Museum of Illinois, plus right across from the Devon Amphitheater that Howard Buffett funded for our town to bring in great musical performances. The Seller owns two docks, one for sitting and one for a boat, which is very unusual for Lake Decatur. There is a large home renovation happening next door that may boost the property value of this residence after completion.
Scovill Gardens, located between downtown Decatur and Lake Decatur, is a residential and park-adjacent Decatur neighborhood with garden paths and historic civic landmarks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates at the Scovill Zoo entrance along W Eldorado Street, where ticket windows, shaded walkways, and the hum of weekend foot traffic set the tone. Nearby, the Decatur Area Arts Council adds gallery energy, while the Transfer House anchors the lakefront with a preserved historic structure. Streets around the park read as established, with mature trees and a calm, walkable cadence. Green space and cultural venues shape daily routines more than retail strips. The lakefront and zoo grounds keep the scenery active through the seasons.
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Offer insights
4 Forest Knls · $289,777
$288K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $288K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
183 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.0%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Hot tub
Walk-in closets
Partially finished basement with recreation/family area, sleeping area and daylight exposure
Whirlpool (master bath)
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms (main level)
Additional bedroom possible (total possible 3)
1 bedroom located below grade
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Separate shower and whirlpool in bath
Kitchen
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Breakfast room off kitchen
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Gas dryer hookup
Laundry sink
Laundry chute
Flooring
Carpet in bedrooms and living room
Ceramic tile in kitchen, dining room, lower family room and laundry
Wood laminate in basement bar/entertainment area
Heating & cooling
Natural gas forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck, patio and porch
Hot tub
Outdoor grill and fire pit
Dock and boat slip
Fenced yard
Water view; lakefront/waterfront property
Home design
Detached single-family home
One-story
Parking
Attached garage (owned) with 2 garage spaces and garage door opener
Driveway; total parking for 3 vehicles
Concrete driveway/garage surfaces
Construction
Asphalt roof
Combination/other construction materials
Built approximately 51–60 years ago
Home built before 1978
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Community park nearby
Electricity and solar
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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
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, 17 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 • 62521
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 4 Forest Knls
$283,500
$6,277 under list price of $290K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $125K to $205K.