West-end charm meets thoughtful updates in this 2-story home. The living room features crown molding and built-in bookshelves, creating a warm and inviting space. The updated kitchen includes quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, with a traditional dining area that opens through French doors to the family room. A large picture window overlooks the private, fenced backyard and spacious deck.
The full, partially finished basement has been waterproofed and offers flexible space for a playroom, workout area, or additional living use.
Recent updates include HVAC and water heater replacement, updated windows, new carpet upstairs, and plank flooring on the lower level.
Offering 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, this home sits in the heart of the west end—just minutes from Kiwanis Park and the west-end bike trail connecting Fairview Park to Rock Springs and north to Pershing Road. This is a setting known for spring dog walks, fall color, and neighbors you come to know.
For sale
$159,900
2181 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
3beds
2,177sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
0.26 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$73/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full partially finished basementPrivate fenced backyardCrown moldingUpdated windowsUpdated kitchenQuartz countertopsTraditional dining area
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Harrison 309-834-3400,
Keller Williams Revolution,
Barbara McElroy 217-855-6090,
Keller Williams Revolution
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6257988
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,177
- Total interior livable area: 2,177 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,817
- Finished area below ground: 360
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 041217431017
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Dennis Add
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $73/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $44,979
- Annual tax amount: $4,354
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900+25.9%$73/sqft |
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| 3/10/2023 | Sold | $127,000-3.8%$58/sqft |
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| 2/27/2023 | Pending sale | $132,000$61/sqft |
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| 2/9/2023 | Contingent | $132,000$61/sqft |
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| 2/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $132,000+10%$61/sqft |
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| 2/9/2022 | Sold | $120,000-3.2%$55/sqft |
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| 1/14/2022 | Pending sale | $124,000$57/sqft |
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| 1/3/2022 | Contingent | $124,000$57/sqft |
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| 12/15/2021 | Price change | $124,000-4.5%$57/sqft |
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| 12/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $129,900$60/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,354 +17% | $44,979 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $3,721 +60.5% | $43,387 +28.9% |
| 2022 | $2,319 +10.2% | $33,671 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $2,104 +1.6% | $31,445 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $2,071 +4.2% | $30,285 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,987 +19.1% | $29,986 +10.5% |
| 2018 | $1,668 -3.8% | $27,140 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $1,734 -24.8% | $27,865 +0.1% |
| 2016 | $2,307 +5.8% | $27,838 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $2,182 +8% | $27,346 +1% |
| 2014 | $2,020 -4.2% | $27,075 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $2,109 -1.4% | $28,092 -3% |
| 2012 | $2,139 | $28,961 |
| 2011 | -- | $28,961 -5.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $30,623 |
| 2009 | -- | $30,623 +10.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $27,746 |
| 2005 | -- | $27,746 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,121/mo
Principal & interest
$831
Property taxes
$290
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62522
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Dennis Lab SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Macarthur High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 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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- Illinois
- Macon County
- Decatur
- 62522
- 2181 W Forest Ave
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