Enjoy the best of both worlds with this charming home—peaceful country-like living on a spacious lot, yet just minutes from all the conveniences of town! This home features 2 generous-sized bedrooms plus a bonus room, perfect for an office, guest space, or hobby area. The large 2-car garage and additional carport provide ample parking and storage, while the expansive backyard offers plenty of room to relax, garden, or entertain. With extra parking and a prime location just minutes from Lake Decatur, this is a must-see property! Selling AS IS
Sold for $55,000
$55,000
559 N Excelsior St, Decatur, IL 62521
2beds
1,728sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
0.49 Acres Lot
$57,200 Zestimate®
$32/sqft
$1,825 Estimated rent
Home value
$57,200
$49,000 - $67,000
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Generous-sized bedroomsBonus roomExpansive backyardSpacious lot
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Listed by:
Amanda Godden 217-875-8081,
Glenda Williamson Realty
Bought with:
Amanda Good, 471022248
Mtz Realty Services
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6250910
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.3 x 19
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19.2 x 11.2
Bonus room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 20.1
Other
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10.9 x 22
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17.9 x 22
Utility room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 9.4
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, None
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,728
- Total interior livable area: 1,728 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,728
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 091316127010
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: In Foreclosure
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ritchie Heights
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $32/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $33,866
- Annual tax amount: $2,108
- Date on market: 3/7/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 116 days
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Sold | $55,000$32/sqft |
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| 7/21/2025 | Sold | $55,000-46.3%$32/sqft |
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| 3/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $102,500+29.4%$59/sqft |
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| 9/24/2024 | Sold | $79,200$46/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,298 +9% | $33,866 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $2,108 +7.8% | $31,468 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $1,956 +27.1% | $29,588 +5.5% |
| 2021 | $1,539 -5.5% | $28,051 +2.6% |
| 2020 | $1,628 +2.5% | $27,343 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,587 +1.1% | $26,809 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $1,571 +0.1% | $26,221 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $1,570 -0.2% | $25,897 +0.1% |
| 2016 | $1,573 +3.4% | $25,881 +1.3% |
| 2015 | $1,521 +6.6% | $25,549 |
| 2014 | $1,426 +0.5% | $25,549 |
| 2013 | $1,419 -4.2% | $25,549 |
| 2012 | $1,482 | $25,549 |
| 2011 | -- | $25,549 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $26,737 |
| 2009 | -- | $26,737 +13.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $23,601 |
| 2005 | -- | $23,601 |
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Neighborhood: 62521
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Michael E Baum Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.6 mi
- 2/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Decatur Dist 61
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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