$59,900

255 N 17th St Decatur, IL 62521

$711
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
0.04 acres
House

Property details

About 255 N 17th St

Awesome high end rental house that has been approved for Section 8. Current Rent rate month to month tenant is $1,610. Tenant can be removed with a 30 day notice rapidly if chosen. You could also buy it as a great home just for you instead of a high end rental :)

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1924
MLS #6251810

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $59,900
  • Annual Tax Amount: $504
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Eldorado East of Main Street to south on 17th street.
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Stories: 1
  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
  • MLS Number: 6251810
  • MLS Name: CentralIL
  • Office Name: Lyle Campbell & Son Realtors
  • Office Phone: (217) 429-5218

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255 N 17th St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 08, 2022
Home Sold
$237,000
Jun 04, 2012
Home Sold
$15,000
Feb 18, 2009
Home Sold
$14,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$5,066$504
2022$4,751$485
2021$4,437$456
2020$4,232$450
2019$4,232$450
2018$4,124$433
2017$4,234$443

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

E. J. Muffley Elementary School

Public District KG-6

2.0 mi

88 S Country Club Rd

2

Baum Elementary School

Public District KG-6

2.3 mi

801 S Lake Ridge Ave

2

South Shores Elementary School

Public District KG-6

2.5 mi

2500 S Franklin Street Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $25,435. Most Decatur, IL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

62%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
27%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

23%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 255 N 17th St

The listing price of 255 N 17th St property is $59,900.

The property 255 N 17th St is a house located in Decatur, Illinois, 62521.

Active Listing: 255 N 17th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 255 N 17th St are: E. J. Muffley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Baum Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), South Shores Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Johns Hill Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hope Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Robertson Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Eisenhower High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), MacArthur 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 $504 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 8, 2022 for $237,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 255 N 17th St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The year of construction for 255 N 17th St is 1924.

This home is located at 255 N 17th St in Decatur, IL and zip code 62521. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $59,900.

Over 25 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Decatur, IL. In the same period over 39 listings were sold below the listed price and 29 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Decatur, IL increased by 14.2% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $125,062 and the average listing age was 25 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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