This gorgeous lake front home features 2 large bedrooms both with lake views paired with access to a large upper level deck that is the width of the house, in addition to a small third bedroom and features 3 large full baths. The open floor plan common areas are all generous size rooms. Also, there is a large lower level patio under the upstairs deck which includes a hot tub and plenty of space for relaxing, dining and entertaining.
Adjacent to the patio is a new deck offering a great alternative space to enjoy the outdoors, sunshine and breathtaking lake views. Your outdoor lake experience continues as you walk down the steps to the deck above the boat dock area with bridge to bridge lake views. A few more steps and you arrive at the lake level which features yet another deck with covered seating and additional patios on each side. The lakefront area includes 2, 24' boat docks surrounding a covered boat hoist. In addition there is a vinyl shed for all your fishing gear and lake toys. There is also plenty of space to store your kayaks, canoes, paddle boards etc. An aluminum dock ladder provides lake swimming access, plus there are bumpers and tie offs on both dock sides for visiting guests with watercraft.
New 50 year roof and gutters installed summer of 2024. Fresh paint throughout the home and all outdoor decks and stairs fresh stain this year. New LVP flooring 2024 in the living room, kitchen and two of the bedrooms. Large master suite includes a full bath, walk in closet, a large additional closet and second gas fireplace. The second large bedroom has two large closets. There is a small third bedroom that could also be an office and has been used as a hair salon in years past with plenty of electric hookups and plumbing access to be used as that again. Living room boasts a gas fireplace and built in wet bar. The kitchen includes a built in double oven. There is a security system with burglar and fire alarm as well as a camera system. Plenty of room for entertaining inside and out. Great storage area in the attic. Located on basin 4 of Lake Decatur on a quiet residential street. Close to shopping and amenities with only a short boat ride to dining at Nelson Park and your favorite concert at the Devon.
For sale by owner
$329,000
737 Shorewood Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
2,862sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1993
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Second fireplaceGenerous size roomsFresh paint throughoutNew backyard deckUpper level deckBoat docksBoat hoist
What the owner loves about this home
Plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors and the lake. Spacious rooms. Great neighborhood located at the end of a low traffic residential street. Ever changing views of the lake and sunsets through all four seasons. The only downside is deciding which deck to sit on when relaxing outdoors!
- 164 days |
- 1,599 |
- 65 |
Listed by:
Property Owner (217) 620-8031
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,862 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl, Brick
- Has spa: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 091309305001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shake / Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $115/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $91,597
- Annual tax amount: $8,100
- Date on market: 1/3/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,650/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,000$115/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,000$115/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2026 | Pending sale | $329,000$115/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,000+19.7%$115/sqft |
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| 3/31/2011 | Listing removed | $274,900$96/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Honig - Bell #185251 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2011 | Price change | $274,900-5.2%$96/sqft |
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| 12/30/2010 | Listed for sale | $289,900$101/sqft |
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| 10/9/2010 | Listing removed | $289,900$101/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Devonshire Realty #185251 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2010 | Price change | $289,900-3%$101/sqft |
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| 8/21/2010 | Listed for sale | $299,000$104/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,100 +6.1% | $91,597 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $7,634 +5.1% | $85,111 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $7,263 -1.7% | $80,026 +5.5% |
| 2021 | $7,389 -2.8% | $75,867 +2.6% |
| 2020 | $7,602 +4.8% | $73,951 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,256 +3.5% | $72,508 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $7,009 +1.4% | $70,919 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $6,911 -20.8% | $70,043 -19.2% |
| 2016 | $8,725 +4.9% | $86,713 +1.3% |
| 2015 | $8,320 +6.6% | $85,600 |
| 2014 | $7,802 +0.5% | $85,600 |
| 2013 | $7,765 +2.4% | $85,600 |
| 2012 | $7,587 | $85,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $85,600 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $89,578 |
| 2009 | -- | $89,578 +10.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $81,078 |
| 2005 | -- | $81,078 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Michael E Baum Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.6 mi
- 2/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
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- Illinois
- Macon County
- Decatur
- 62521
- 737 Shorewood Dr



