Located in the quiet and desirable West End neighborhood, 417 S. Westlawn is ready to welcome its next owner! This charming all-brick home offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a thoughtfully designed layout perfect for comfortable living. The eat-in kitchen features a cozy breakfast nook, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of space for everyday meals. A welcoming foyer showcases beautiful hardwood floors and elegant wainscoting, setting the tone for the home's timeless character. Relax in the inviting living room, complete with a cozy fireplace. The partially finished basement expands your living space with a recreation room featuring a second fireplace, a bar area ideal for entertaining, and abundant storage. Step outside to a large deck, perfect for grilling, outdoor dining, or simply enjoying the backyard. Conveniently located near Kiwanis Park Playground, the Decatur Park District, shopping, and dining, this home also offers easy access to I-72 and Decatur Airport, making commuting a breeze. Don't miss your opportunity to make 417 S. Westlawn your new home-schedule your private showing today!
West End Historic District, located between Millikin University and downtown Decatur, is a historic and residential Decatur neighborhood with tree-lined streets and early-20th-century architecture. The district reads as a catalog of Craftsman bungalows, Tudor Revival details, and broad front porches set behind mature canopy trees. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Millikin University campus edge, where brick academic buildings and shaded sidewalks set a collegiate cadence. Kirkland Fine Arts Center anchors the cultural calendar with performances and exhibitions. Nearby, the Decatur Area Arts Council adds gallery energy and community programming. Pocket parks and walkable blocks keep daily routines grounded in the streetscape.
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Market insights
417 S Westlawn Ave · $234,000
SALE-TO-LIST
95.7%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$244,000
Median list price in this area is $142,686. (42% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
3 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
9 total rooms
Partially finished full basement
Two fireplaces (wood burning with gas starters)
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Master bedroom on the second floor
Three additional bedrooms on the second floor
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Basement contains a bathroom
Kitchen
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Gas water heater
CO detectors
Ceiling fans
Flooring
Hardwood in living and dining areas
Wood laminate in family room and basement recreation room
Ceramic tile in kitchen
Carpet in bedrooms
Heating & cooling
Natural gas forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Lot dimensions approximately 60 x 130
Less than 0.25 acre lot
Home design
Detached single-family home
2-story layout
Fee simple ownership
Built before 1978 (81–90 years old)
Parking
Detached garage with garage door opener
2 total parking spaces
Construction
Brick construction
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Other
Living area reported by assessor
Approximately 3,375 finished square feet total (including below-grade finished area of 536)
Total finished/unfinshed area reported as 4,090; below-grade finished area 536 and unfinished basement 715
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 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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Historical weather
Decatur, IL • 62521
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 417 S Westlawn Ave
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $119,900 and $295,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $120K to $295K.