Situated on a half-acre corner lot across from newer homes and a beautiful walking trail within Maroa-Forsyth school district, this converted old schoolhouse has a lot to offer for $75,000! The unique interior offers a 19X6 enclosed front porch, quaint den/office, open living/kitchen area with great floor space and high ceilings, two efficient bedrooms, and a full hall bath. The large basement boasts laundry facilities, mechanicals, and great storage/work space. Property also features an older detached garage, older storage shed, and newer exterior vinyl siding. Furnace and central air conditioning unit have been updated but have not been used by current owner (propane tank has been removed from property -- mini split unit in kitchen has heated/cooled home). Private well/septic system on premises. Situated in a bustling growing area and overflowing with potential both inside as well as outside, this Macon County residential dwelling offers tons of history and potential! ** Property being sold AS IS, WHERE IS. **
Est. $1,004 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 988 W Forsyth Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1042751
May 13, 2026
Sold
$76,500
$75/sq ft
Apr 7, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 1, 2026
Listed
$75,000
$73/sq ft
CIBR #6171567
Jun 5, 2017
Sold
$53,500
$52/sq ft
Apr 8, 2017
Listed
$54,900
$54/sq ft
Want a piece of history? You wouldn't know it, but this home was once a one room school house!! Owner converted the school into a home in 1982. This home features living room, eat-in kitchen, 2 bedrooms, den/office, 1 bath, full unfinished basement, 1.5 car detached garage, fenced & landscaped yard all on half acre lot. Updates include: high efficiency furnace '12, AC '15, water heater '12 and roof '15. Come take look at this home - you won't be disappointed!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,260 (+7.7%)
$7,332 + $29,624
$36,956
2024
$2,098 (+8.2%)
$7,332 + $29,624
$36,956
2023
$1,939 (+9.1%)
$6,848 + $27,668
$34,516
2022
$1,777 (+9.5%)
$6,295 + $25,435
$31,730
2021
$1,623 (+3.7%)
$5,744 + $23,207
$28,951
2020
$1,565 (+3.0%)
$5,460 + $22,058
$27,518
2019
$1,520 (+1.5%)
$5,350 + $21,615
$26,965
2018
$1,498
$5,347 + $21,602
$26,949
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1885
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
07-07-10-300-001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 2
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathrooms (Half): 0
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Area: 1025
Room 1 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 1 Type: Main Level
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Type: Upper Level
Room 3 Information
Room 3 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 3 Type: Lower Level
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 4 Type: Basement
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 5 Type: Additional Level
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Egress Window: Yes
Room 6 Flooring: Carpet
Room 6 Length: 11
Room 6 Level: Main
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 12
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Egress Window: Yes
Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
Room 7 Length: 11
Room 7 Level: Main
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7 Width: 12
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 8 Length: 18
Room 8 Level: Main
Room 8 Type: Living Room
Room 8 Width: 11
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Flooring: Vinyl
Room 9 Length: 9
Room 9 Level: Main
Room 9 Type: Kitchen
Room 9 Width: 15
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Flooring: Vinyl
Room 10 Length: 14
Room 10 Level: Main
Room 10 Type: Office
Room 10 Width: 8
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Level: Basement
Room 11 Type: Laundry
Room 12 Information
Room 12Flooring: Vinyl
Room 12 Description: Enclosed front porch
Room 12 Length: 19
Room 12 Level: Main
Room 12 Type: Additional Room
Room 12 Width: 6
Room 13 Information
Room 13 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Type: Third Floor
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement: Partial, Unfinished
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplaces Total: 0
Exterior
Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Exterior Features
Shed(s)
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Lot Size Acres: 0.5
Lot Size Dimensions: 0
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 1025
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: 2259.68
Tax Legal Description: S 165 W 132 S 1/2.
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Septic System
Location
School Information
High School: Maroa Forsyth District #2
Location Information
Directions: Property is located at 988 W. Forsyth Road, Decatur.
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: Other
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1885
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 07-07-10-300-001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Other
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 1025
Building Area Total: 1025
Year Built: 1885
Around this home
5/100 Car-Dependent51/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Maroa-Forsyth Grade School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Maroa-Forsyth Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.0mi
7/10
Maroa-Forsyth Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.0mi
5/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
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
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$114,000 – $138,000
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