#6251527, Listing office: Brinkoetter REALTORS®
$184,000 List price
1980 W Forest Ave Decatur, IL 62522
4 beds
2 full
1,656 sqft
0.1 acres
$111 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1980 W Forest Ave
Fully Renovated & Move-In Ready West-End Home. This beautifully renovated home is ready for its next chapter! All lathe and plaster have been removed and replaced with new drywall and insulation in all exterior walls for energy efficiency. The home features all-new electrical with a 200 Amp panel, added insulation in walls and attic, updated plumbing, and cleaned ductwork for improved air quality. Enjoy fresh paint, new flooring, baseboards, and casing throughout, along with new windows and new front and back doors. 1st floor bedroom and 1st floor full bath. 2nd floor offers 3 more bedrooms and full bath. The kitchen is completely updated with new cabinets, countertops, and appliances, while both bathrooms boast new tubs, vanities, toilets, and fixtures. Topped off with modern lighting and quality craftsmanship throughout, this turnkey property is a rare find at this price point. HVAC-2020, Gutters-2019, Roof-2014. Fireplace as/is (never used).
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,656 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year built1928
ParkingOff Street, On Site, Owned
MLS #12337801
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Separate Dining Room, Replacement Windows
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: Off Street, On Site, Owned
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $184,000
- Price/SqFt: $111
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,863
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Corner Lot
- Directions: W Main to Linden East one block on Forest Ave.
- Year Built: 1928
- Living Area: 1,656 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
- MLS Number: 12337801
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: RE/MAX REALTY ASSOCIATES-CHA
- Listing Agent: Daniel Gordon
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2023 | Home Sold | $123,500 |
| Jun 09, 2021 | Home Sold | $94,500 |
| Jul 02, 2010 | Home Sold | $90,000 |
| Feb 28, 2005 | Home Sold | $76,000 |
| Feb 28, 2005 | Home Sold | $86,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $34,773 | $2,863 |
| 2022 | $31,391 | $2,596 |
| 2021 | $29,317 | $2,399 |
| 2020 | $27,957 | $2,334 |
| 2019 | $27,957 | $2,334 |
| 2018 | $29,430 | $2,461 |
| 2017 | $30,216 | $2,536 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Franklin Grove Elementary School
Public District KG-6
2.2 mi
•2440 N Summit Ave
2
South Shores Elementary School
Public District KG-6
2.7 mi
•2500 S Franklin Street Rd
1
Parsons Elementary School
Public District KG-6
3.7 mi
•3591 N MacArthur Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $70,151. Typical income of Decatur, IL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
11%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
35%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
36%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Horse Races
Minor League Baseball Games
Where do the neighbors shop?
New York & Company
Stein Mart
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Qdoba
LongHorn Steakhouse
Chick-fil-A
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Buick
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Active Rock
Contemporary Inspirational- Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1980 W Forest Ave
The listing price of 1980 W Forest Ave property is $184,000.
The property 1980 W Forest Ave is a house located in Decatur, Illinois, 62522.
Active Listing: 1980 W Forest Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1980 W Forest Ave are: Franklin Grove Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), South Shores Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Parsons Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Dennis Lab School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), American Dreamer STEM Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Johns Hill Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), MacArthur High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Eisenhower High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Mt Zion High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,863 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 29, 2023 for $123,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1980 W Forest Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1980 W Forest Ave is 1,656 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1980 W Forest Ave is 1928.
This home is located at 1980 W Forest Ave in Decatur, IL and zip code 62522. This 1,656 square foot home, which was built in 1928, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $184,000.
In June 2025 more than 28 listings in Decatur, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 25 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 34 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Decatur, IL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 1.9%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 18 days, the median list price was $130,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.