Macon County property record for 1237 E Whitmer St, Decatur, IL 62521
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 0.129 acres (5,628 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $1,000 (Aug 2018) |
| Tax Bill | $515 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2018 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 04-12-14-480-005 |
| Primary APN | 04-12-14-480-005 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Lot Area | 5,628 sqft (0.129 acres) |
|---|---|
| Lot Dimensions | 42 ft deep x 134 ft wide |
| Account Number | 041214480005 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 1237 E WHITMER ST |
| City | DECATUR |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 62521-2851 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | MUNICIPAL |
| Legal Description | JOHNS 2ND ADD LOT 10 BLK 14 134X42 |
| Legal Subdivision | JOHNS SECOND ADD |
| Legal Block | 14 |
| Legal Lot Number | 10 |
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Township / Civil Division | DECATUR |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2001 |
| Census Tract | 300 |
1237 E Whitmer St is owned by two individuals who bought it in August 2018.
Source: Macon County records, as of August 5, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 954 N 33RD ST, DECATUR, IL 62521-1612 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Aug 3, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Aug 3, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Nov 1, 2002 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20181936216 |
| Deed Book / Page | 4635 / 693 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Recording Date | Aug 3, 2018 |
| Property Address | 1237 E WHITMER ST, DECATUR, IL 62521-2851 |
| Document Number | 4635/693 |
| Book / Page | 4635 / 693 |
| Map Reference | PB 300 PG 84 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 3, 2018 |
| Instrument | 1936216 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 31, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $1.50 |
| Amount Accuracy | Calculated from Transfer Tax |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Joint Tenants |
The 2025 property tax bill for 1237 E Whitmer St was $515.
Source: Macon County assessment roll, as of June 5, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Illinois |
| County | Macon County |
| County Subdivision | Decatur Township |
| Municipality | Decatur City |
| Unified School District | Decatur School District 61 (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $515.00 | $5,522 Land $1,135 Building $4,387 | $16,567 Land $3,405 Building $13,162 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 1237 E Whitmer St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective November 28, 2024
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 1237 E Whitmer St is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 98% of the US · lower than 86% of Illinois |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | DECATUR serves 76,122 people · EPA ID IL1150150 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Dec 2023 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 544 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless · DSL | 100 / 20 |
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