Investor opportunity with strong upside potential. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath property is a solid value-add opportunity for investors looking to force appreciation. The home needs a full clean-out and renovation, making it a blank slate for your vision. There is existing space that can be reconfigured to create a 3-bedroom layout, significantly increasing rental income potential. The property features a full unfinished basement, perfect for storage or future finishing, plus a detached garage, large backyard, and a covered front porch-all strong selling points for tenants. The lot offers plenty of outdoor space, ideal for long-term renters. This home is well-suited for a traditional rental or Section 8 strategy, with room to add value through rehab and layout improvements. With the right updates, this property could deliver strong cash flow and long-term returns. Buyer to pay all closing costs and may select their own title company. Property sold as-is.
Auction

Est. $12,000
1721 N College St, Decatur, IL 62526
2beds
648sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$19/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached garageLarge backyardPlenty of outdoor spaceCovered front porchFull unfinished basement
- 24 days |
- 244 |
- 8 |
Zillow last checked: February 24, 2026 at 11:14pm
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 648
- Total interior livable area: 648 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 041210209018
- Special conditions: Auction
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $19/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $7,332
- Annual tax amount: $710
- Date on market: 2/1/2026
- Lease term: Contact For Details
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View Auction DetailsEstimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$719/mo
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $710 +0.8% | $7,332 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $704 +3.7% | $7,072 +6.6% |
| 2022 | $679 +6.4% | $6,637 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $638 -2.1% | $6,199 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $651 +3.6% | $5,970 +1% |
| 2019 | $628 -6.7% | $5,910 -7.6% |
| 2018 | $673 -2.1% | $6,395 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $688 -1.9% | $6,565 -1% |
| 2016 | $701 -5.3% | $6,632 -8.4% |
| 2015 | $740 | $7,243 +1% |
| 2014 | -- | $7,172 -3.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $7,442 -3% |
| 2012 | -- | $7,672 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,672 -26.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $10,458 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,458 +10.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $9,477 |
| 2005 | -- | $9,477 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62526
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Parsons Accelerated SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.8 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 2/10Macarthur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
