Great opportunity in South Shores! This 3BR/2BA ranch offers a practical layout with a spacious living room highlighted by large windows that let in plenty of natural light. Comfortable main-level living is complemented by a partially finished basement for added flexibility. The fenced backyard provides privacy and room to enjoy outdoors. Located near parks, shopping, and everyday conveniences.
For sale
$120,000
71 Sandcreek Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
3beds
1,636sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$73/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Room to enjoy outdoorsFenced backyard provides privacyPractical layoutComfortable main-level living
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 17, 2026 at 10:17am
Listed by:
Stephanie Heise 217-450-8500,
Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6256699
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Main Level Primary
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,636
- Total interior livable area: 1,636 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 936
- Finished area below ground: 700
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Fence, Shed
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
Lot
- Size: 9,147.6 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 041226326010
- Zoning: MUN
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Shores 14th Add
Location
- Region: Decatur
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $73/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $29,985
- Annual tax amount: $2,322
- Date on market: 2/17/2026
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $120,000+50%$73/sqft |
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| 5/17/2022 | Sold | $80,000+29%$49/sqft |
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| 7/11/2016 | Sold | $62,000-10.1%$38/sqft |
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| 10/27/2005 | Sold | $69,000$42/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,322 +1.8% | $29,985 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $2,282 +20.9% | $28,924 +18.3% |
| 2022 | $1,888 +8.9% | $24,457 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $1,733 -0.7% | $22,840 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $1,745 +4% | $21,997 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,678 -1.9% | $21,779 -2.1% |
| 2018 | $1,710 -3% | $22,242 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $1,764 -2.2% | $22,836 -1% |
| 2016 | $1,804 +5.9% | $23,069 +1.8% |
| 2015 | $1,703 +8.1% | $22,661 +1% |
| 2014 | $1,576 -4.5% | $22,436 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $1,650 -1.6% | $23,279 -3% |
| 2012 | $1,677 | $23,999 |
| 2011 | -- | $23,999 -5.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $25,375 |
| 2009 | -- | $25,375 +4.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $24,195 |
| 2005 | -- | $24,195 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$837/mo
Principal & interest
$619
Property taxes
$218
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10South Shores Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 2/10Eisenhower High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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.




