#6252409, Listing office: Do Realty Services Inc
Property details
About 2078 N Charles St
Such a great little Bungalow! This house has been the perfect rental property for many years, but could be a great First-time buyer Home! Current tenant has been in place over 10 years and would love to stay on, however current lease will expire as of 7/31/25. Lots of room for storage in the basement and a spacious, partially fenced yard. HV/AC-aprox 5 yrs old, WH-2021, roof aprox 10 yrs old. Some replacement windows. Home being sold As-Is.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year built1915
MLS #6250945
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $39,900
- Annual Tax Amount: $595
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Garfield to N on Charles
- Year Built: 1915
- Stories: 1
- Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
- MLS Number: 6250945
- MLS Name: CentralIL
- Office Name: Vieweg RE/Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate-Service First
- Office Phone: (217) 450-8500
- Office Email: timvieweg@viewegrealestate.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2008 | Home Sold | $10,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,985 | $595 |
| 2022 | $5,697 | $582 |
| 2021 | $5,321 | $547 |
| 2020 | $5,075 | $539 |
| 2019 | $5,075 | $539 |
| 2018 | $5,507 | $578 |
| 2017 | $5,654 | $592 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Parsons Elementary School
Public District KG-6
2.1 mi
•3591 N MacArthur Rd
1
Franklin Grove Elementary School
Public District KG-6
2.6 mi
•2440 N Summit Ave
2
Baum Elementary School
Public District KG-6
3.1 mi
•801 S Lake Ridge Ave
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 $24,151. Typical income of Decatur, IL residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
72%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
53%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
NHRA Drag Racing
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Big Lots
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Golden Corral
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Adult Standards- Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2078 N Charles St
The listing price of 2078 N Charles St property is $39,900.
The property 2078 N Charles St is a house located in Decatur, Illinois, 62526.
Active Listing: 2078 N Charles St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2078 N Charles St are: Parsons Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Franklin Grove Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Baum Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Robertson Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hope Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Stephen Decatur Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), 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 $595 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 12, 2008 for $10,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2078 N Charles St has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The year of construction for 2078 N Charles St is 1915.
This home is located at 2078 N Charles St in Decatur, IL and zip code 62526. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $39,900.
While more than 29 listings in Decatur, IL in July 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 30 listings sold at asking price, and more than 44 were sold below. The number of listings in Decatur, IL increased by 8.5% between June and July 2025. Listings spent 20 days on the market in July 2025, and had a median list price of $130,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.