Move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in desirable South Shores! This well-maintained property features a new roof (2024) updated windows, fresh paint, and a newer furnace (2024) and added insulation for year round comfort and peace of mind. Enjoy an updated kitchen and bath. Beautiful hardwood floors on the main level. The full basement offers a finished family room with a bar—perfect for entertaining—along with ample storage space. Outside, you’ll find a fenced backyard with a well manicured lawn, beautiful landscaping, a large garden shed (2024) and a covered patio ideal for relaxing or hosting gatherings. Complete with a 1-car attached garage, this home is truly turnkey and ready for its next owner!
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$94Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Taylor Corrie• RE/MAX Executives Plus
Bought with Blake Reynolds• Main Place Real Estate
Est. $1,015 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5 1st Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6258274
Jun 15, 2026
Sold
$125,000
$94/sq ft
May 20, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 29, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 27, 2026
Listed
$119,897
$90/sq ft
CIBR #6183357
Sep 10, 2018
Sold
$64,000
$48/sq ft
Aug 1, 2018
Listed
$69,900
$52/sq ft
Nice 3 bedroom home on corner lot close to the lake. Hardwood floors in living room & bedrooms. Neutral decor. Rec room with bar are in basement. Enjoy the covered patio in the fenced back yard. Furniture in the home may stay.
Public Records
Jun 5, 2014
Sold
$68,000
$51/sq ft
Public Records
May 19, 2008
Sold
$70,000
$53/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 6, 2006
Sold
$67,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,266 (+5.3%)
$5,675 + $24,603
$30,278
2024
$2,152 (+1.8%)
$5,675 + $24,603
$30,278
2023
$2,113 (+9.3%)
$5,290 + $22,936
$28,226
2022
$1,932 (+8.9%)
$5,103 + $22,124
$27,227
2021
$1,775 (−0.7%)
$4,645 + $19,842
$24,487
2020
$1,788 (+4.0%)
$4,410 + $18,836
$23,246
2019
$1,719 (−24.7%)
$4,247 + $18,141
$22,388
2018
$2,283 (−2.3%)
$4,205 + $17,961
$22,166
2017
$2,337 (−1.9%)
$4,219 + $17,512
$21,731
2016
$2,381 (+5.2%)
$4,376 + $18,162
$22,538
2015
$2,263 (+7.7%)
$4,299 + $17,841
$22,140
2014
$2,101 (+33.5%)
$4,256 + $17,664
$21,920
2013
$1,574
$4,416 + $18,327
$22,743
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
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Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
04-12-22-477-001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1332
Above Grade Finished Area: 936
Below Grade Finished Area: 396
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Asphalt
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 : 0.18
Lot Size Area: 0.18
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,152
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: FRANKLIN STREET TO EAST ON 1ST DRIVE
Subdivision Name: South Shores 3rd Add
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-22-477-001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
South Shores Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
2/10
Eisenhower High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being 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
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
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.4 hrs
6.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$126,000 – $153,000
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