981 E Marlin Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
OFF MARKET

981 E Marlin Dr
Decatur, IL 62521

  • Studio

$257,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,873/mo*
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$257,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,873/mo*
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Studio
(on 0.30 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Lot Size
0.3 acres

About this House

This single-family home is located at 981 E Marlin Dr, Decatur, IL. 981 E Marlin Dr is in Decatur, IL and in ZIP code 62521. This property has a lot size of 0.30 acres.
981 E Marlin Dr, Decatur, IL 62521 is a studio single-family home. It last sold for $160,000 on Apr 12, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $257,700, with a rent estimate of $3,148/month.

Home Details for 981 E Marlin Dr

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Price History for 981 E Marlin Dr

DatePriceEventSource
04/12/2017$160,000Sold
N/A
07/11/2007$40,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Decatur

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$104K
$18.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$77
$5MoM
Available listings
263
13MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,513
Assessment$62,950
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 981 E Marlin Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
405 Hackberry Dr, Decatur, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$215,100
11/20/25
3
2.5
2,021
933 S Marlin Ct, Decatur, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$239,000
03/06/26
3
2
2,198
2249 Franzy Dr, Decatur, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$260,000
06/18/26
5
3.5
3,060
411 Woodhill Dr, Decatur, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$215,000
06/10/26
4
2
2,941
2265 Franzy Dr, Decatur, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$265,000
05/19/26
4
3
3,968
2265 S Franzy Dr, Decatur, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$265,000
05/21/26
4
3
3,968
73 Woodhill Ct, Decatur, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$175,300
07/01/26
3
2.5
2,277
62 Woodhill Ct, Decatur, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$159,900
04/29/26
4
1.5
2,310
2275 S Franzy Dr, Decatur, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$303,000
08/29/25
4
3.5
3,211
320 Hackberry Pl, Decatur, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$210,000
02/17/26
3
3
2,500

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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

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 21 % 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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