522 E Johnson Avenue

Decatur, IL 62526 · Stares Add · MLS #6259216

$15,000
Listed 94 days ago
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Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Sq Ft
912
Acres
0.14
Type
Residential
Status
Active

**Investor Opportunity or Affordable First Home!** Opportunities like this don't come around often! This charming **2-bedroom cottage** is tucked away in a quiet, private neighborhood on a dead-end street, offering peace and privacy while remaining just minutes from major roads, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Located near **Hess Park, Mueller, and The Elms**, this home features numerous updates to the **kitchen and bathroom**, plus a **full basement** and **1-car garage**, adding value and functionality. Whether you're looking to start or expand your rental portfolio, or you're a first-time homebuyer searching for an affordable place to call home, this property offers incredible potential. Live here now, build equity, and save for your dream home later—or turn it into a solid investment property. **Features include:** * 2-bedroom cottage * Updated kitchen and bathroom * Full basement * 1-car garage * Quiet dead-end street * Convenient location close to parks, schools, shopping, and major routes * Excellent investment or owner-occupant opportunity **Selling AS IS.** Don't miss your chance to own this hidden gem with outstanding value and endless possibilities. Schedule your showing today before it's gone! Bring your proof of cash funds!

Features

Main Level PrimaryGas Water HeaterDetachedGarageReplacement WindowsWindow UnitsForced AirGasUnfinishedPartial

Property Details

Price
$15,000
MLS #
6259216
Status
Active
Beds
2
Baths
1
Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Stares Add
Listed Date
Jun 12, 2026
Total Sq Ft
912
Lot Size
6,090 sqft / 0.14 acres
Year Built
1913
County
Macon
Zoning
RES
Parcel Number
04-12-11-105-029

Interior

Above Grade Finished Area
912
Below Grade Finished Area
0
Below Grade Unfinished Area
576
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
0
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Other
Basement
Unfinished, Partial
Cooling
Window Units
Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Interior Features
Main Level Primary
Levels
One

Exterior

Architectural Style
Bungalow
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Foundation
Basement
Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Detached, Garage
Roof
Shingle
Stories
1
Road Surface
Gravel
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public

Payment estimate

Estimated monthly
$131/mo
$80 principal & interest$51 taxes

Estimate for planning only — actual payment depends on your loan. Talk to your lender.

Financial

Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$610

Schools

School District
Decatur Dist 61

Market Summary

Current real estate data for Residential in Decatur as of Sep 14, 2026, from all participating CIBR offices.

Residential Listed
195
Avg Days on Market
67
Avg List Price
$189,457

Location

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Listed by County Line Realty · (217) 668-2321. Want to see this property? Call Grissom Schmitz Realty at 217-562-7078.

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