522 E Johnson Ave, Decatur, IL 62526
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FOR SALE

522 E Johnson Ave
Decatur, IL 62526

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 912 sqft

$15,000

Est. Mortgage $177/mo*
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$15,000

Est. Mortgage $177/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
912 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

**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!

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$16
Listed
20 days ago

Home Details for 522 E Johnson Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Full Bath, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Other
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement Windows
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: One
Security
Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFoundation: Basement
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: GravelNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 912 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 20

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1913
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 041211105029

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $15,000Price Per Sqft: $16
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Closing

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: DecaturCommunity: Stares Add
School Information
Elementary School District: Decatur Dist 61Jr High / Middle School District: Decatur Dist 61High School District: Decatur Dist 61

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 6259216

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 912 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 6259216Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 912
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Renee Sommer, (217) 668-2321
County Line Realty
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Source: CIBR, MLS#6259216
Also Listed on CIBR.

Market trends in Decatur

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$85.5K
$6.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
1.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$72
$1MoM
Available listings
250
10MoM

Price History for 522 E Johnson Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/12/2026$15,000Listed For SaleCIBR #6259216
01/15/2026ListingRemovedN/A
10/17/2025$25,000Listed For SaleN/A
08/14/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/05/2023$750PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
08/03/2023$800Listed For RentZillow Rentals
05/26/2023ListingRemovedN/A
05/02/2023$20,000Listed For SaleN/A
10/29/2022ListingRemovedN/A
10/05/2022$25,000Listed For SaleN/A
10/24/2005$1,000Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$590
Assessment$6,094
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Decatur

At least 296 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

  • 59 % 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

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 20 % Say there are community events

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  • 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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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Renee Sommer, County Line Realty
Agent Phone: (217) 668-2321
Copyright Central Illinois Board of REALTORS® (CIBR). All rights reserved. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
522 E Johnson Ave, Decatur, IL 62526 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 912 sqft single-family home built in 1913. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CIBR on Jun 12, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 6259216.