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522 E Johnson Ave, Decatur, IL 62526
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* * Investor Opportunity or Affordable First Home! * * Opportunities like this don't come around often! This charming * * 2-bedroom cottage * * is tucked away in a quiet, private neighborhood on a dead-end street, offering peace and privacy while remaining just minutes from major roads, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Located near * * Hess Park, Mueller, and The Elms * * , this home features numerous updates to the * * kitchen and bathroom * * , plus a * * full basement * * and * * 1-car garage * * , adding value and functionality. Whether you're looking to start or expand your rental portfolio, or you're a first-time homebuyer searching for an affordable place to call home, this property offers incredible potential. Live here now, build equity, and save for your dream home later—or turn it into a solid investment property. * * Features include: * * * 2-bedroom cottage * Updated kitchen and bathroom * Full basement * 1-car garage * Quiet dead-end street * Convenient location close to parks, schools, shopping, and major routes * Excellent investment or owner-occupant opportunity * * Selling AS IS. * * Don't miss your chance to own this hidden gem with outstanding value and endless possibilities. Schedule your showing today before it's gone! Bring your proof of cash funds!
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Sale and tax history for 522 E Johnson Ave
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$12/sq ft
$16/sq ft
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- Public record
- Zoning
R5
Two-Family Residence District
The purpose of this district is to permit duplex-style residential development in addition to single-family residential development.Include but are not limited to:
- Community / recreation center
- Religious facility
- Housing-Single unit
- Housing-Multiple units
- Housing-Senior
- Public service
- Educational/school
- Library
- Museum / gallery
- Park & open space
Property details
Parking
- Parking/Garage Information
- Has Garage
- # of Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Bathrooms: 1
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Cooling
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- Has Heating
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Interior Features
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Other
- Room Information
- # of Rooms Total: 4
- Has Basement
- Basement Details: Unfinished, Partial
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Roof: Shingle
- Building Information
- Sq. Ft.: 912
- Above Grade Finished Area: 912
- Levels: One
- # of Stories Total: 1
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
- Property Features
- Security Features: Closed Circuit Camera(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: Gravel
- Lot Size : 0.14
- Lot Size Area: 0.14
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Acres: 0.14
- Zoning: RES
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $610
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: MLK to Johnson St. (1/2 block south of garfield on the west side turn at church)
- Subdivision Name: Stares Add
Public facts
- Beds: —
- Baths: 1.0
- Sq. Ft.: 912
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 6,090 square feet
- Style: Other
- Year Built: 1913
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Macon County
- APN: 04-12-11-105-029
Other
- Listing Information
- List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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