Charming one-bedroom bungalow just steps from Scully Park and historic downtown Lincoln! Built in 1862, this efficient ~608 sq ft home offers comfortable living with newer vinyl flooring in the kitchen, updated full bath (2024 shower). With a manageable lot (3,800 sq ft) & low maintenance vinyl siding, this is ideal for first-time buyers, empty-nesters or savvy investors looking for a centrally located gem. Don’t miss the opportunity to live close to the green space, downtown amenities and all that Lincoln has to offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1862Year Built
3,800 sq ftLot Size
$118Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kolton Johner• Freedom Realty
Bought with Cheryl Clem• Coldwell Banker Cornerstone
Est. $1,409 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 419 Decatur St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1040502
Mar 6, 2026
Sold
$72,000
$118/sq ft
Dec 15, 2025
Contingent
—
Nov 12, 2025
Listed
$69,900
$115/sq ft
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1028483
May 23, 2024
Sold
$67,000
$110/sq ft
Apr 14, 2024
Pending
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Apr 11, 2024
Listed
$65,000
$107/sq ft
+11
Adorable tidy and efficient one bedroom vinyl sided bungalow style home situated just steps from Scully Park and a short stroll from historic downtown Lincoln, Illinois! Interior features a nice sized living room, equipped updated kitchen with newer vinyl flooring along with an exterior access point, bedroom with adjacent stackable laundry hook-ups, and a full hall bath with a newer shower (2024). Various recent updates/upgrades including architectural roof, exterior vinyl siding, vinyl replacement windows, flooring throughout, fixtures, fresh paint, interior trim and doors -- the list goes on! Recently added side carport, too! Large newer 12X21 detached storage shed structure complete with spray foam insulation new in 2022! Backyard is mostly enclosed by wooden privacy fencing (open on carport side). Each room is independently heated by electric baseboard heat. Own this turn key residential dwelling for MUCH less than rent!
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1013686
May 23, 2022
Sold
$50,000
$82/sq ft
Apr 14, 2022
Listed
$50,000
$82/sq ft
+9
Adorable tidy and efficient one bedroom vinyl sided bungalow style home situated just steps from Scully Park and a short stroll from historic downtown Lincoln, Illinois! Interior features a nice sized living room, equipped updated kitchen with newer vinyl plank flooring along with an exterior access point, bedroom with adjacent stackable laundry hook-ups, and a full hall bath. Various recent updates/upgrades including architectural roof, exterior vinyl siding/vinyl replacement windows, flooring throughout, fixtures, fresh paint, interior trim and doors -- the list goes on! Recently added side carport, too! Each room is heated by electric baseboard heat. Own this turn key residential dwelling for MUCH less than rent!
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1005346
Aug 6, 2021
Listing Removed
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RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1005883
Apr 9, 2021
Sold
$36,000
$59/sq ft
Mar 27, 2021
Listed
$37,900
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$701 (+10.4%)
$4,070 + $9,770
$13,840
2024
$635 (+12.5%)
$4,070 + $9,770
$13,840
2023
$565 (+23.6%)
$3,800 + $9,130
$12,930
2022
$457 (−43.8%)
$3,520 + $8,450
$11,970
2021
$813 (+1.3%)
$3,290 + $7,340
$10,630
2020
$803 (+2.2%)
$3,160 + $5,050
$8,210
2019
$785 (+0.8%)
$3,050 + $4,880
$7,930
2018
$779 (+0.6%)
$3,050 + $4,880
$7,930
2017
$774 (+2.6%)
$2,990 + $4,780
$7,770
2016
$755 (+1.2%)
$2,990 + $4,780
$7,770
2015
$746 (+6.0%)
$2,990 + $4,780
$7,770
2014
$704 (−1.5%)
$2,960 + $4,210
$7,170
2013
$715
$2,890 + $4,110
$7,000
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
608
Year built
1862
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Logan County
APN
0825531500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Carport
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 1
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathrooms (Half): 0
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Area: 608
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: 10
Room 6 Level: Main
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 12
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
Room 7 Length: 16
Room 7 Level: Main
Room 7 Type: Living Room
Room 7 Width: 16
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Flooring: Vinyl
Room 8 Length: 7
Room 8 Level: Main
Room 8 Type: Kitchen
Room 8 Width: 12
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 9 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 9 Type: Third Floor
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric, Baseboard, Window Unit(s)
Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Interior Features
Appliances: Refrigerator
Fireplaces Total: 0
Exterior
Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 40x95
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 608
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: 635.32
Tax Legal Description: 8-2304 N of I C RR, lot 4 block 33 Latham & Gillett's Addn to Lincoln.
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
Location
School Information
High School: Lincoln Comm District #404
Location Information
Directions: 419 Decatur St. Lincoln IL 62656
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: Lincoln
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 608
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1862
Year Renovated: —
County: Logan County
APN: 0825531500
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Lincoln
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 608
Building Area Total: 608
Year Built: 1862
Around this home
78/100 Very Walkable59/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Washington-Monroe Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Lincoln Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
Lincoln Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lincoln, IL • 62656
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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.
10.2 hrs
3.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$79,000 – $95,000
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