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.
Single-familyProperty Type
1918Year Built
0.8 acresLot Size
$55Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Donna Munson• Beck Realtors, Inc.
Bought with Carol Daniels• Glenda Williamson Realty
Est. $1,160 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5005 E William Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6259622
Oct 8, 2026
Sold
$210,000
$55/sq ft
Sep 14, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 4, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 7, 2026
Listed
$225,400
$59/sq ft
CIBR #6259436
Jun 27, 2026
Listed
$225,400
$59/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 2, 2018
Sold
$122,000
$32/sq ft
CIBR #6181469
Sep 28, 2018
Sold
$120,000
$31/sq ft
Apr 11, 2018
Listed
$125,000
$33/sq ft
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
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.8 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,096
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
09-13-09-354-001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range Hood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 4
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Walk-Out Access, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 3836
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,918
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,918
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
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, Gravel
Lot Size : 0.8
Lot Size Area: 0.8
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.8
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,798
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: South on William Rd across lake. At stop light go straight at light add right after turn up the driveway to home. Do Not use showtime. Call Donna Munson 217-454-2223 fpr APPOINTMENT Seller needs at least 1 hour notice.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,096
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 09-13-09-354-001
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 • 1.5mi
3/10
Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
2/10
Eisenhower High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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
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
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Decatur. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.5 hrs
7.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$183,000 – $222,000
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