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Off Market Nov 2024 for $189K

$196,111

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,263/mo

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2,183

sq ft

4861 E Lincoln Ave, Decatur, IL 62521

About this home

Spacious Bi-Level Home on Decatur's East Side, Close to the Airport and Baker Woods! This beautifully updated home offers a long list of improvements, including a new roof (2021), new carpet, updated flooring, and fresh paint throughout. The fully remodeled family room and bathroom provide a modern touch, while the new recessed lighting enhances the overall ambiance. Step into the oak kitchen, featuring a fridge, dishwasher, and stove, and enjoy seamless living with a central air unit that's been recently updated. The outdoor space is equally impressive, with beautiful landscaping, a large deck covered by a pergola, and a maintenance-free shed for additional storage. The primary bedroom includes double closets and an ensuite 3-piece bath, while the lower level offers a spacious rec room and an oversized garage with a laundry room that includes a utility sink. This home is move-in ready and perfect for enjoying both indoor and outdoor living!

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

6,534 sq ftLot Size

$90Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Tracy Slater • Keller Williams Realty - Decatur

Bought with Kyle Koester • KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC

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•Source:CIBR #6246093

Redfin Estimate

$196,111

$6,211 since sold in November 2024$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 5.7% higher than the average sale price ($186K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$175,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,915 sq ft
831 S Jefferson Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$229,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,659 sq ft
1051 Veech Ln, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$175,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,748 sq ft
4668 White Oak Ln, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$155,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,107 sq ft
976 S Green Meadow Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$150,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,192 sq ft
4870 E Baker Woods Ln, Decatur, IL 62521
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$229,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths1,168 sq ft
1050 Buckeye Ln, Decatur, IL 62521

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Market trends in 62521, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.3%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$145K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

23d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

175

39 MoM

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$179,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
10 Hilltop Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
NEW 28 HRS AGO
$174,900
2 beds1.5 baths1,236 sq ft
2843 S Taylor Rd, Decatur, IL 62521
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$195,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
108 Fenway Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
3D WALKTHROUGH
$280,000
5 beds3.5 baths3,872 sq ft
2670 S Forrest Green Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
$284,500
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$49,900
4 beds1.5 baths1,700 sq ft
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Sale history for 4861 E Lincoln Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Nov 15, 2024

Sold

$190,000

$87/sq ft

CIBR #6246093

Nov 14, 2024

Sold

$189,900

$87/sq ft

Oct 14, 2024

Pending

—

Oct 3, 2024

Listed

$189,900

$87/sq ft

CIBR #6206656

Dec 10, 2020

Sold

$125,000

$57/sq ft

Oct 27, 2020

Listed

$125,000

$57/sq ft

+23

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,516 (+3.2%)

$5,620 + $46,968

$52,588

2024

$4,376 (+6.1%)

$5,620 + $46,968

$52,588

2023

$4,124 (+5.1%)

$5,436 + $44,109

$49,545

2022

$3,923 (+5.9%)

$5,051 + $40,986

$46,037

2021

$3,705 (+14.2%)

$4,672 + $37,911

$42,583

2020

$3,244 (+5.4%)

$4,502 + $36,534

$41,036

2019

$3,079 (+4.5%)

$4,388 + $35,612

$40,000

2018

$2,948 (+1.6%)

$4,302 + $34,917

$39,219

2017

$2,901

$4,208 + $34,152

$38,360

2016

$2,904 (+5.3%)

$4,154 + $33,710

$37,864

2015

$2,757 (+6.6%)

$4,101 + $33,277

$37,378

2014

$2,586 (+2.0%)

$4,101 + $33,277

$37,378

2013

$2,535

$4,101 + $33,277

$37,378

Tax history for 4861 E Lincoln Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,516 (+3.2%)

$5,620 + $46,968

$52,588

2024

$4,376 (+6.1%)

$5,620 + $46,968

$52,588

2023

$4,124 (+5.1%)

$5,436 + $44,109

$49,545

2022

$3,923 (+5.9%)

$5,051 + $40,986

$46,037

2021

$3,705 (+14.2%)

$4,672 + $37,911

$42,583

2020

$3,244 (+5.4%)

$4,502 + $36,534

$41,036

2019

$3,079 (+4.5%)

$4,388 + $35,612

$40,000

2018

$2,948 (+1.6%)

$4,302 + $34,917

$39,219

2017

$2,901

$4,208 + $34,152

$38,360

2016

$2,904 (+5.3%)

$4,154 + $33,710

$37,864

2015

$2,757 (+6.6%)

$4,101 + $33,277

$37,378

2014

$2,586 (+2.0%)

$4,101 + $33,277

$37,378

2013

$2,535

$4,101 + $33,277

$37,378

*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

—

Baths

2.5

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,534 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,434

Year built

1978

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Macon County

APN

09-13-20-230-005

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.

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: 2.5
Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Interior Features
Interior Features: Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Partial

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2183
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,502
Below Grade Finished Area: 681
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding

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: Concrete
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: $4,124

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: Turn right onto US-51 S/N Main St and continue to follow US-51 S. Merge onto IL-121 S/US-36 E via the ramp to I-72. Take the exit onto N 36th St and continue south. Turn left onto E Lincoln Ave, and continue until you reach 4861 E Lincoln Ave on the left.
Subdivision Name: Thomas Jefferson Estates

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,434
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 09-13-20-230-005

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors

Around this home

Schools

Michael E Baum Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi

3/10

Stephen Decatur Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi

2/10

Eisenhower High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

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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

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 104° 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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Decatur, IL • 62521

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Estimated sale price

$187,000 – $226,000

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Home values near 4861 E Lincoln Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4959 East Lincoln Ave, Decatur, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1636 Sq. Ft.	$163,206
4821 East Lincoln Ave, Decatur, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$147,277

Address	Redfin Estimate
4871 East Lincoln Ave, Decatur, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1768 Sq. Ft.	$173,020
4838 East Lincoln Ave, Decatur, IL - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1457 Sq. Ft.	$165,613

Address	Redfin Estimate
4801 East Lincoln Ave, Decatur, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1823 Sq. Ft.	$182,608
4910 East Lincoln Ave, Decatur, IL - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1418 Sq. Ft.	$157,382

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