Macon County property record for 290 W Cole St, Macon, IL 62544
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1.5 ba · 1,432 sqft · built 1900 |
| Lot Size | 0.161 acres (7,000 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $205,000 (Mar 2026) |
| Tax Bill | $2,010 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jun 2009 Mortgage Mar 2026 Sale & Mortgage + 3 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 16-16-32-228-008 |
| Primary APN | 16-16-32-228-008 |
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| Alternative APN |
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| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
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| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,432 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,432 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1900 |
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| Effective Year Built | Effective 1900 |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Foundation Type | Raised |
| Lot Area | 7,000 sqft (0.161 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 50 ft deep x 140 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 528 sqft |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 84 sqft |
| Deck Area | 42 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
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| Account Number | 161632228008 |
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| Street Address | 290 W COLE ST |
| City | MACON |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 62544-4054 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | MUNICIPAL |
| Legal Description | RR ADD TO TOWN OF MACON LOT 9 BLK 9 140X50 |
| Legal Subdivision | CONTRACT FOR DEED |
| Legal Block | 9 |
| Legal Lot Number | 9 |
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Township / Civil Division | SOUTH MACON |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2083 |
| Census Tract | 2602 |
290 W Cole St is owned by an individual who bought it in March 2026.
Source: Macon County records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1259 BROOKFIELD DR, DECATUR, IL 62521-9084 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2009 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
| Mar 9, 2026 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage FLAT BRANCH MORTGAGE INC |
| Feb 9, 2026 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Apr 3, 2018 | Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage FIRST NATIONAL BANK |
| Jan 3, 2020 | Special Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Mar 9, 2026 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Mar 9, 2026 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Feb 9, 2026 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20262509 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Property Address | 290 W COLE ST, MACON, IL 62544-4054 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 003991/114 |
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| Date | Jun 4, 2009 |
| Book Page | 3991/114 |
| Instrument | 1774927 |
| Name | WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
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| Type | Bank |
| Address | NEWARK, NJ 07101 |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 181 Months |
| Due | Jul 1, 2024 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Recording Date | Mar 9, 2026 |
| Property Address | 290 W COLE ST, MACON, IL 62544-4054 |
| Document Number | 2026R002509 |
| Map Reference | BK 4 PG 406 |
| Instrument Date | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Instrument | 2026R-002509 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $307.50 |
| 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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| Address | 290 W COLE ST, MACON, IL 62544-4054 |
| Document Number | 2026R002510 |
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| Date | Mar 9, 2026 |
| Instrument | 2026R-002510 |
| Name | FLAT BRANCH MORTGAGE INC |
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| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 240 Months |
| Due | Mar 1, 2046 |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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| Rate | 5.5% |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Recording Date | Feb 9, 2026 |
| Property Address | 290 W COLE ST, MACON, IL 62544-4054 |
| Document Number | 2026R001598 |
| Map Reference | BK 4 PG 406 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 13, 2025 |
| Instrument | 2026R-001598 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Mar 11, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $60.00 |
| 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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| Address | 661 BUCKS LAIR CT, MT ZION, IL 62549-1120 |
| Document Type | Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Recording Date | Apr 3, 2018 |
| Property Address | 290 W COLE ST, MACON, IL 62544-4054 |
| Document Number | 4614/556 |
| Book / Page | 4614 / 556 |
| Map Reference | BK 4 PG 406 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 22, 2018 |
| Instrument | 1931614 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 31, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $67.50 |
| 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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| Address | 1708 OAKMONT DR, DECATUR, IL 62521-9136 |
| Document Number | 1931615 |
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| Date | Apr 3, 2018 |
| Instrument | 1931615 |
| Name | FIRST NATIONAL BANK |
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| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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| Document Type | Special Warranty Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Recording Date | Jan 3, 2020 |
| Property Address | 290 W COLE ST, MACON, IL 62544-4054 |
| Document Number | 4717/265 |
| Book / Page | 4717 / 265 |
| Map Reference | PB 4 PG 406 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 22, 2018 |
| Instrument | 1955852 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 31, 2021 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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The 2025 property tax bill for 290 W Cole St was $2,010, up 4% from the year before.
Source: Macon County assessment roll, as of June 5, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Illinois |
| County | Macon County |
| County Subdivision | South Macon Township |
| Municipality | Macon City |
| Unified School District | Meridian Community Unit School District 15 (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,010.00 (+4.04%) | $27,273 (+4.88%) Land $3,369 Building $23,904 | $81,827 (+4.88%) Land $10,108 Building $71,719 |
| 2024 | $1,932.00 Additional exemption filed | $26,004 Land $3,212 Building $22,792 | $78,020 Land $9,637 Building $68,383 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes, not a market price estimate; it is a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 290 W Cole 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.
The area around 290 W Cole St has no burnable land within ember reach, so its wildfire risk is not rated.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
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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 | BOODY COMMUNITY WATER COMPANY serves 232 people · EPA ID IL1150020 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased groundwater from MACON |
| Last State Inspection | Jan 2025 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2024–2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None 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. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 123 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Conxxus Fiber | 8,000 / 8,000 |
| Sparklight Cable | 1,000 / 50 |
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
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