1609 E Clay St, Decatur, IL 62521
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,125 sqft

1609 E Clay St, Decatur, IL 62521

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,125 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1609 E Clay St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Why just rent when you can become a HOMEOWNER with rent-to-own? Adorable 1930's bungalow with finished attic. Shrubs set off cute exterior. Fresh interior features all brand new paint and carpet throughout. Front living room leads to kitchen with white cabinets and dining area. 2 main level bedrooms. Hall bath has combo tub/shower with tiled surround and new ventilation fan. Upstairs the 600 sq. ft. fully finished attic makes a statement with an A-frame ceiling, handsome exposed support beams, and 2 ceiling fans. Extremely versatile space. Make it your family room, rec room, office, 3rd bedroom, etc. Dual pane windows with blinds included throughout. Central A/C and gas furnace. All new water supply lines. Laundry hookups in the unfinished basement. Grassy back yard surrounded by trees and shrubs. Plenty of driveway parking.
Could use exterior cosmetics, but is clean and move-in-ready!

OWNER FINANCE (similar to rent-to-own) with $3,000 down payment. Taxes and insurance already included in monthly amount. Applicant must have minimum monthly income of $2,500. No restrictions on pets. For more info, please contact us.

Please note, we DO NOT advertise on Craigslist.
1609 E Clay St, Decatur, IL 62521 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,125 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $34,000 on Oct 2, 2008 (3,576% above the $925 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2024 with an asking price of $925 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 23, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $807/month.

Home Details for 1609 E Clay St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central Air, Ceiling FanHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Rent to Own

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 1609 E Clay St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1645 E Wood St, Decatur, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$43,000
11/14/25
2
1
988 sqft
125 S 16th St, Decatur, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$31,000
02/10/26
2
1
988 sqft
1536 E Main St, Decatur, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$35,000
06/05/26
2
1
972 sqft
1739 E Johns Ave, Decatur, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$40,000
04/30/26
2
1
834 sqft
1714 E Lawrence St, Decatur, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$33,000
06/02/26
2
1
867 sqft
436 S 16th St, Decatur, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$47,000
10/15/25
2
1
827 sqft
1641 E Lawrence St, Decatur, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$30,000
09/12/25
2
1
1,000 sqft
1563 E Main St, Decatur, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$32,000
04/01/26
2
1
728 sqft
1220 E Decatur St, Decatur, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$40,000
02/05/26
2
1
1,056 sqft
1904 E Wood St, Decatur, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$31,000
09/25/25
2
1
904 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Decatur

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$807/mo
Average rent
$895
Available listings
154
View rental market trends in Decatur, IL

Around this home

What Locals Say about Decatur

At least 298 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 20 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Dariusslaw89
    "Neighborhood watch is a big deal here and we got neighborhood apps that only the neighbors are on it’s real peaceful and barely any crime "
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  • corey618
    "It’s a great area to raise your kids! So many kids and the parks are such a great place to go on walks and play tennis and other outdoor activities. "
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  • Missichelle
    "Quiet little neighborhood close to food and entertainment. We are able to have animals. Great school district "
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  • Trulia User
    "I dislike living in Decatur. The only good thing about it so far is that it is cheap to live here, but I do not feel safe when I'm out of the house. I constantly have to worry if my car will be stolen or vandalized while I'm not paying attention. I constantly hear gunshots at night, emergency vehicle sirens, noisy train horns, people getting into loud arguments and fistfights, it seems like it never stops. The air in Decatur reeks like cheap dog food if you're lucky, and like a wastewater treatment plant if you're not."
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  • Scott-jill N.
    "Well maintained neighborhood featuring large homes with lots of kids.area is close to shopping, interstate access. Small town schools"
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  • Sunshine F.
    "there's a nice park near by, as well as a zoo and the children's museum. however our neighbors are very conservative"
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  • Sunshine F.
    "dogs on leashes are all around three neighborhood and they are always welcome! The animal lovers are always very friendly!"
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  • Godlovesme272002
    "ive been here 6 yrs use to like it until i started working an getting out more then i started to see what other people was saying about Decatur Illinois its a small town but alot of hidden Prejudice an basis individuals. but staying to yourself is good."
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  • Amanda S.
    "Nothing. This neighborhood has been nothing but fights, loud music, loud cars, and rude inconsiderate neighbors"
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  • Karlee W.
    "No one picks up their dogs poop. Some let their dogs bark any time of the day all day. Some don’t use leashes. "
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  • Kimberly T.
    "plenty of bus stops around, traffic going to work usually isn’t bad, just have to watch for trains that might hold you up."
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  • Kimberly T.
    "Plenty of parks around. I would not have any kids outside without supervision too late in some areas."
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  • Kimberly T.
    "I drive to work, sometimes I’m delayed by trains when I’m going up town. I don’t love passing over the train yard everyday though."
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  • Stevemiller0822
    "Powers Lane neighborhood is special. Big trees and quiet lanes to walk your dog. Lots of green space to enjoy along with mostly older, well kept homes. Close to downtown and a wide diversity of neighbors."
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  • Tlwidmer
    "Quiet, friendly, calming. People are considerate & helpful. The views of the golf course are beautiful!"
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  • Christina G.
    "We live on a nice quiet street. The bad neighborhoods are about 8 or 9 blocks to the west. I love having the dog park so close. "
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  • Jennifer M.
    "Great access to the outlook adventure park. Fun things for kids. Water park coming soon!!! Quiet neighborhood not a lot of traffic. Close to town, shops and short drives to anything else you need. "
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  • Alyssa W.
    "Oakwood Street Festival is held four times a summer. It’s a block party with live music and local vendors put on by the businesses on the block. Its fun for everyone, even the kids love it. Later evening it turns into a very popular bar night because you can carry drinks from bar to bar. "
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  • Jaimie J.
    "My neighborhood has great access to down town, many public transportation options, and the commute is only 5-10 minutes to get to any stores in town! "
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  • Jaimie J.
    "Everything is within 3 miles of my home, commuting to a grocery store, gas station, clothing store, etc. is very easy and quick to get to. This neighbor is great to live in and people are extremely friendly."
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  • Jaimie J.
    "Everyone one around us has dogs, so dogs are always welcome in our neighborhood. There is plenty of yard, and most houses in our neighborhood have fenced in yards, for them to run and explore."
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  • Amberblkbrn90
    "I live right by Nelson park on the lake there are lot of fun things held up there. shake the lake and other things. also there is a mini golf course near by with batting cages and ropes course and soon to be water park. There is a frisbee golf course and dog park."
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  • Stephanie G.
    "My neighborhood is a good blend of older adult and families. It is close to Walmart, Target, and Kroger. There are buss stops near also."
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  • Egbert
    "Decatur is a low cost city to bring up a family. Most neighbors are quite safe. We have lived in the same neighborhood for 25+ years. "
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  • Stephanie G.
    "my neighborhood has older houses that are well-kept and few kids not a whole lot of traffic is near a great School"
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  • Bethmbrice
    "People are always walking there dogs and seem to be welcome at local restaurants. Local apartments seem to allow them and have dog areas"
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  • Kwalker2372
    "Dogs are welcome. People walk their dogs all the time. If your dog gets loose, the neighbors help find them."
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  • Dodieturner
    "I’ve lived in this home for 7 years and it’s beautiful. It is secluded, well maintained and quiet. The neighbors are respectful but friendly and helpful. "
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  • Randalane95
    "what makes my neighborhood unique is that there is more than one school in walking distance and that there is more then one grocery store in walking distance and my neighbors are friendly "
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  • Dodieturner
    "I’ve lived in this area for 7 years. It is secluded, quiet, no flooding, large tree canopy. Good neighbors. Winter sometimes streets are not salted. Limited views of lake. Car required. "
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  • Jjaysull
    "Quite and easy going . Mixed age community dog friendly and has walking trails maintained by the city . Beautiful mature trees and Deer sightings through out the year . "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 23, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$925
Dec 16, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$925
Oct 7, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$925
Oct 1, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$925
Oct 2, 2008
Source: N/A
Sold
$34,000

Frequently asked questions about 1609 E Clay St

  • What is the price history for 1609 E Clay St?
    1609 E Clay St in Decatur, IL last sold for $34,000 in October 2008.
  • Is Decatur a buyer's or seller's market?
    Decatur is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Decatur?
    The median sale price in Decatur is $116K. That is up $12.08K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Decatur?
    Residents describe Decatur, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Decatur, IL.
  • Does 1609 E Clay St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1609 E Clay St in Decatur, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1609 E Clay St have parking?
    Yes, 1609 E Clay St in Decatur, IL has on-site parking.

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