Completely remolded approximately 5 years ago. This charming home blends modern updates with unique history. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, a large center island, a newer stainless steel range hood, and a newer dishwasher. Additional improvements include newer windows, a newer furnace, an updated electrical panel. (approximately 1 year old) Outside there is a newly built 2.5-car garage (approximately 1 yr old) The play area is fenced and additional rear parking with space for vehicles, a boat, or a RV. A storage building is on concrete could be a workshop or storage area. The basement has windows on the south side of home, potential for additional living space and an existing half bath already in place. Home has history was once known as Caroline's Club, a Prohibition-era speakeasy, giving the property a truly one-of-a-kind of story.
North Fork, located between the Sangamon River corridor and downtown Decatur, is a residential and riverside Decatur neighborhood with wooded edges and a trail-linked park system. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Rock Springs Conservation Area entrance on Rock Springs Road, where trailheads, picnic clearings, and weekend foot traffic set an outdoors-forward tone. Housing reads as practical Midwestern stock—postwar ranches and tidy infill—set against broad green buffers and creekside views. Rock Springs Conservation Area and the Scovill Zoo campus act as cultural anchors for nature walks and casual afternoons. The nearby Decatur Area Arts Council adds a gallery-and-classes counterpoint to the parkland rhythm. Daily life orbits river scenery, ballfields, and a short drive to central dining and events.
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Offer insights
5005 E William Rd · $225,400
$226K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $226K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
48 days
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SALE-TO-LIST
97.5%
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dishwasher
Gas water heater
Oven
Range hood
Full, walk-out basement
Bedrooms
Total of 4 rooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Kitchen
Oven
Dishwasher
Range hood
Laundry & utility
Laundry on main level
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Front porch
Deck
Fenced yard
Concrete and gravel driveway/road access
Home design
Single-family residence
One level (ranch-style)
Vinyl siding
Parking
Detached 2-car garage
Construction
Shingle roof
Vinyl siding construction
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Other
Zoned RES
Electricity and solar
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Completely remodeled. New kitchen cabinets with soft close features, stainless appliances including wine refrigerator, granite counter tops and large center island. . Newer roof, furnace, replacement windows, air conditioner. Bathrooms have all been redone, all new light fixtures, crown moldings, newly insulated. and new electrical panel. Lake view. This property has a bit of old Decatur history. It was once known as Caroline's Club, a Prohibition era speakeasy. Great Buy!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11600412
Oct 31, 2017
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,646 (+12.4%)
$6,834 + $37,725
$44,559
2024
$2,355 (+8.9%)
$6,834 + $37,725
$44,559
2023
$2,163 (−14.4%)
$6,611 + $33,789
$40,400
2022
$2,528 (+6.9%)
$6,143 + $31,397
$37,540
2021
$2,364 (−2.5%)
$5,682 + $29,042
$34,724
2020
$2,426 (+5.3%)
$5,476 + $23,686
$29,162
2019
$2,304 (+35.9%)
$5,338 + $23,088
$28,426
2018
$1,695 (+1.9%)
$5,234 + $22,638
$27,872
2017
$1,663 (+0.1%)
$5,119 + $22,142
$27,261
2016
$1,661 (+5.6%)
$5,053 + $21,856
$26,909
2015
$1,572 (+6.8%)
$4,988 + $21,576
$26,564
2014
$1,471 (+1.9%)
$4,988 + $21,576
$26,564
2013
$1,444
$4,988 + $21,576
$26,564
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.8 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
2,096
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,096
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
09-13-09-354-001
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
R1
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
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 104° 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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72
48
54
38
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26
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Feb
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Aug
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.5 hrs
7.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5005 E William Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $168,000 and $330,000.
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