Move-in ready North End home packed with updates and space! Situated on a beautiful lot, this well-maintained property features a brand new roof (2024), newer HVAC, and a 2015 water heater for added peace of mind. Inside you’ll love the fresh paint, new carpet throughout, and updated stair railing, creating a clean, modern feel the moment you walk in. The spacious living room is centered around a wood-burning fireplace with blower, perfect for cozy evenings. The kitchen has been refreshed with painted cabinets, new hardware, and a new microwave, giving it an updated look while maintaining great functionality. Downstairs you'll find a large walk-out family room offering additional living and entertaining space—ideal for gatherings, game nights, or relaxing. Additional updates include new gutters with leaf guard and a PVC sewer line replaced to the main drain approximately 8 years ago. With major updates already completed and plenty of living space both upstairs and down, this home is ready for its next owner to move in and enjoy.
Est. $1,414 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 681 W Karen Ct
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6257038
May 8, 2026
Sold
$229,000
$93/sq ft
Apr 13, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 6, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 1, 2026
Price Changed
$239,000
$97/sq ft
Mar 4, 2026
Listed
$249,900
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,615 (+5.5%)
$12,195 + $36,743
$48,938
2024
$3,427 (+9.7%)
$12,195 + $36,743
$48,938
2023
$3,124 (+8.1%)
$11,390 + $34,317
$45,707
2022
$2,890 (+3.6%)
$10,471 + $31,547
$42,018
2021
$2,788 (−2.6%)
$9,554 + $28,784
$38,338
2020
$2,863 (+2.9%)
$9,081 + $28,799
$37,880
2019
$2,784 (+0.2%)
$8,899 + $28,220
$37,119
2018
$2,777 (−0.6%)
$8,894 + $28,203
$37,097
2017
$2,793 (−1.1%)
$8,958 + $28,405
$37,363
2016
$2,823 (+5.3%)
$9,030 + $28,633
$37,663
2015
$2,681 (+6.7%)
$8,923 + $28,293
$37,216
2014
$2,513 (+1.9%)
$8,923 + $28,293
$37,216
2013
$2,465
$8,923 + $28,293
$37,216
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
130 ft.
Lot depth
80 ft.
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,535
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
07-07-34-129-005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
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, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 10
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2467
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,562
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Other
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
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 : 0.31
Lot Size Dimensions: 151 x 91
Lot Size Area: 0.31
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.31
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,427
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
Subdivision Name: Montgomery Hills 1st Add
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,535
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 07-07-34-129-005
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Parsons Accelerated School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.1mi
2/10
Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
2/10
Macarthur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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 105° 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 • 62526
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Sun exposure
91/ 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.
10 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$236,000 – $285,000
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