JUST LISTED-- 709 Decatur Street, Lincoln is going to be a great opportunity for someone! First time home buyers, real estate investors, downsizing, and on! This tidy 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,032 sq ft home is priced to sell at $49,900! Here's your chance to own for less than the cost of rent! Inside you'll find a decent sized front living room, small bath, additional playroom/living space, an updated eat-in kitchen, informal dining, and large rear bedroom (no closet). In years past, the second bedroom was converted into the current laundry room, and with the current price, there's room for you to tweak this home to suit your needs! At the back of the property--off the alley, you'll find a nice detached 2 car garage with vinyl siding, built in 2008. The roof was replaced in 2020, newer water heater, and more! Call your real estate agent to see 709 Decatur Street, Lincoln!
Cheaper than rent and larger than it looks! Investment property or just looking for an inexpensive place to live, this home is priced to sell. Kitchen cabinets installed in 2009 and furnace in 2009, A/C in 2012 and this fabulous over-sized garage was built in 2008. Replacement windows. The garage is fully insulated and dry walled. The 2nd bedroom was transformed into the laundry room and could be converted back to a bedroom. The Seller is motivated and wants to consider all offers!!
Public Records
May 28, 2009
Sold
$50,000
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,608 (+4.4%)
$5,290 + $12,690
$17,980
2024
$1,540 (+4.7%)
$5,290 + $12,690
$17,980
2023
$1,471 (+2.6%)
$4,940 + $11,860
$16,800
2022
$1,434 (+3.8%)
$4,570 + $10,980
$15,550
2021
$1,381 (+1.3%)
$4,270 + $10,260
$14,530
2020
$1,363 (+2.2%)
$4,100 + $9,850
$13,950
2019
$1,334 (+0.8%)
$3,960 + $9,510
$13,470
2018
$1,323 (+0.6%)
$3,960 + $9,510
$13,470
2017
$1,316 (+2.6%)
$3,880 + $9,320
$13,200
2016
$1,282 (+1.3%)
$3,880 + $9,320
$13,200
2015
$1,265 (+1.0%)
$3,880 + $9,310
$13,190
2014
$1,252 (−30.3%)
$3,750 + $11,700
$15,450
2013
$1,796
$3,660 + $13,900
$17,560
Tax history for 709 Decatur St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,608 (+4.4%)
$5,290 + $12,690
$17,980
2024
$1,540 (+4.7%)
$5,290 + $12,690
$17,980
2023
$1,471 (+2.6%)
$4,940 + $11,860
$16,800
2022
$1,434 (+3.8%)
$4,570 + $10,980
$15,550
2021
$1,381 (+1.3%)
$4,270 + $10,260
$14,530
2020
$1,363 (+2.2%)
$4,100 + $9,850
$13,950
2019
$1,334 (+0.8%)
$3,960 + $9,510
$13,470
2018
$1,323 (+0.6%)
$3,960 + $9,510
$13,470
2017
$1,316 (+2.6%)
$3,880 + $9,320
$13,200
2016
$1,282 (+1.3%)
$3,880 + $9,320
$13,200
2015
$1,265 (+1.0%)
$3,880 + $9,310
$13,190
2014
$1,252 (−30.3%)
$3,750 + $11,700
$15,450
2013
$1,796
$3,660 + $13,900
$17,560
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
1,032
Year built
1872
Style
Other
County
Logan County
APN
0825529900
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Alley Access
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: 1032
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: 17.5
Room 6 Level: Main
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 8.9
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
Room 7 Length: 15.3
Room 7 Level: Main
Room 7 Type: Living Room
Room 7 Width: 13.3
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Flooring: Vinyl
Room 8 Length: 8
Room 8 Level: Main
Room 8 Type: Dining Room
Room 8 Width: 7.3
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Flooring: Vinyl
Room 9 Length: 13.7
Room 9 Level: Main
Room 9 Type: Kitchen
Room 9 Width: 11.4
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Flooring: Vinyl
Room 10 Length: 9.6
Room 10 Level: Main
Room 10 Type: Laundry
Room 10 Width: 7.6
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 11 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 11 Type: Third Floor
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
Interior Features
Appliances: Microwave, 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: 40x150
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 1032
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: 1540.16
Tax Legal Description: 8-2289 LOT 6 BLOCK 30 LATHAM & GILLETT'S ADDN TO LINCOLN
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
Location
School Information
High School: Lincoln Comm District #404
Location Information
Directions: Located on Decatur Street in Lincoln, between S Sheridan and S Butler Streets.
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: Lincoln
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,032
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: 1872
Year Renovated: —
County: Logan County
APN: 0825529900
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Lincoln
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 1032
Building Area Total: 1032
Year Built: 1872
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Washington-Monroe Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Lincoln Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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Lincoln Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
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2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$108,000 – $130,000
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