Macon County property record for 237 Cobb Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
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| Details | 2 ba · 1,240 sqft · built 1915 |
| Lot Size | 0.163 acres (7,097 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $120,000 (Aug 2018) |
| Tax Bill | $3,980 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2018 Transfer Aug 2018 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 04-12-16-252-020 |
| Primary APN | 04-12-16-252-020 |
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| Alternative APN |
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| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
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| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,240 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,240 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1915 |
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| Effective Year Built | Effective 1915 |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 7,097 sqft (0.163 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 47.1 ft deep x 151 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 484 sqft |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 128 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
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| Account Number | 041216252020 |
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| Street Address | 237 COBB AVE |
| City | DECATUR |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 62522-1903 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | MUNICIPAL |
| Legal Description | L 0012 B 02 OAKDALE ADD 58 04 2 32 0139 000 00 BK3080/473 151.3X47.1 |
| Legal Subdivision | OAKDALE ADD |
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Township / Civil Division | DECATUR |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1001 |
| Census Tract | 1600 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the West End Historic District listed 2002 · 1,780 contributing resources · NRIS 02001444 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
Source: Macon County records, as of June 5, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 237 COBB AVE, DECATUR, IL 62522-1903 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
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| Aug 17, 2018 | Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer |
| Aug 15, 2018 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage DRAPER & KRAMER MORTGAGE CORP |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Aug 15, 2018 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Aug 15, 2018 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Feb 1, 2012 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 20181936549 |
| Deed Book / Page | 4637 / 268 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
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| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Recording Date | Aug 17, 2018 |
| Property Address | 237 COBB AVE, DECATUR, IL 62522-1903 |
| Document Number | 4637/753 |
| Book / Page | 4637 / 753 |
| Map Reference | PB 300 PG 41 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 15, 2018 |
| Instrument | 1936666 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 31, 2021 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
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| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Tenants by the Entirety |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Recording Date | Aug 15, 2018 |
| Property Address | 237 COBB AVE, DECATUR, IL 62522-1903 |
| Document Number | 4637/268 |
| Book / Page | 4637 / 268 |
| Map Reference | PB 300 PG 41 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 17, 2018 |
| Instrument | 1936549 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 31, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $180.00 |
| 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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| Document Number | 4637/269 |
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| Date | Aug 15, 2018 |
| Book Page | 4637/269 |
| Instrument | 1936550 |
| Name | DRAPER & KRAMER MORTGAGE CORP |
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| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Sep 1, 2048 |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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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 | $3,980.00 (+4.49%) Homeowner's exemption | $48,653 (+7.27%) Land $3,909 Building $44,744 | $145,973 (+7.27%) Land $11,728 Building $134,245 |
| 2024 | $3,809.00 | $45,356 Land $3,644 Building $41,712 | $136,082 Land $10,933 Building $125,149 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
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.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · above 71% of Illinois |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 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 |
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| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Dec 2023 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
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| 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 480 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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