Country living with room to breathe on nearly an acre, located on Decatur’s far northeast side in the Argenta-Oreana School District. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offers the peace and privacy of a rural setting while still being conveniently close to town.
The home features a new furnace installed in 2023 and a roof replaced within the last five years, providing buyers with confidence in the major mechanicals. The single-level layout offers comfortable living with potential to personalize or expand over time.
The spacious lot provides endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment, gardening, or additional outbuildings. If you’ve been looking for an affordable home with country feel, acreage, and solid updates already in place, this is an opportunity worth a look.
Sold for $56,000
$56,000
5527 N Route 48, Decatur, IL 62526
2beds
644sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.97 Acres Lot
$56,200 Zestimate®
$87/sqft
$892 Estimated rent
Home value
$56,200
$51,000 - $61,000
$892/mo
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Single-level layoutNearly an acreSpacious lot
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Listed by:
Tony Piraino 217-875-0555,
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Bought with:
Non Member, #N/A
Central Illinois Board of REALTORS
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6256368
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 644
- Total interior livable area: 644 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 644
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.97 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 180820251001
- Zoning: AGR
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Decatur
- Subdivision: Cundiff Add
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Sold | $56,000-13.8%$87/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Pending sale | $65,000$101/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Price change | $65,000-13.3%$101/sqft |
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| 12/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $75,000+87.5%$116/sqft |
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| 12/24/2024 | Sold | $40,000$62/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,802 +6.2% | $26,160 +10.3% |
| 2023 | $1,696 +2.5% | $23,720 +7.2% |
| 2022 | $1,656 +3.9% | $22,123 +7.5% |
| 2021 | $1,593 +1.8% | $20,581 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $1,565 +1.1% | $20,167 +2.1% |
| 2019 | $1,548 -1.5% | $19,756 -1.5% |
| 2018 | $1,572 +1.3% | $20,052 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $1,551 -2% | $19,727 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $1,583 +2.7% | $19,769 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $1,542 +3.4% | $19,612 |
| 2014 | $1,491 +42.9% | $19,612 |
| 2013 | $1,044 +0.8% | $19,612 |
| 2012 | $1,035 | $19,612 |
| 2011 | -- | $19,612 -2% |
| 2010 | -- | $20,010 |
| 2009 | -- | $20,010 |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $17,536 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62526
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Argenta-Oreana Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 6/10Argenta-Oreana Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6 mi
- 2/10Argenta-Oreana High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Argenta Oreana Dist 1
Source: CIBR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Macon County
- Decatur
- 62526
- 5527 N Route 48