Welcome to 740 W Cushing St in the charming Homestead Place subdivision! This cozy home offers a comfortable two-bedroom layout and a full bath, featuring a convenient tub and shower combo. The kitchen, complete with a charming breakfast nook, invites relaxed mornings, while the formal dining space—situated just off the kitchen and living room—sets the stage for memorable meals with family and friends. The inviting living room centers around a fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings and a place to display family keepsakes. Outdoors, you'll find a one-car detached garage nestled in the backyard, providing both convenience and extra storage. Head downstairs to discover the spacious basement, which offers plenty of room for a home workshop or hobby space, as well as an additional room ideal for all your storage needs. This home is a perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and potential, making it a great place to call your own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
5,920 sq ftLot Size
$56Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jim Cleveland• RE/MAX Executives Plus
Bought with Olivia Mull Taylor• Brinkoetter REALTORS®
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
148 ft.
Lot depth
40 ft.
Lot size
5,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,036
Year built
1923
Style
Other
County
Macon County
APN
04-12-10-177-023
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
# 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, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1036
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,036
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick, Shingle Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
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: $84
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: Turn (R) onto S Monroe St, Turn (L) onto W Grand Ave, Turn (R) onto N Maple Ave, Turn (R) onto W Cushing Ave
Subdivision Name: Homestead Place
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,036
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,920 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 04-12-10-177-023
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.3mi
2/10
Stephen Decatur Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
2/10
Macarthur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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3.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$55,000 – $67,000
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