Macon County property record for 3490 E Chestnut Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 ba · 1,100 sqft · built 1953 |
| Lot Size | 0.458 acres (19,950 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $114,000 (May 2012) |
| Tax Bill | $3,354 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jan 2021 Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 09-13-19-427-010 |
| Primary APN | 09-13-19-427-010 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
|---|---|
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,100 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,100 sqft |
| Basement Area | 1,100 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 1,100 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1953 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1953 |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 19,950 sqft (0.458 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 150 ft deep x 132 ft wide |
| Garage Area | 252 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Porch | Porch |
| Porch Area | 392 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
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| Account Number | 091319427010 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 3490 E CHESTNUT AVE |
| City | DECATUR |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 62521-4538 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | MUNICIPAL |
| Legal Description | MORNINGSIDE PLACE AN ADD TO THE CITY OF DECATUR LOT 8 BLK 2 04BK3460/644 132.5X150 03BK3373/659 65,000 03BK3460/643 70,900 |
| Legal Subdivision | MORNINGSIDE PLACE AN ADD |
| Legal Block | 2 |
| Legal Lot Number | 8 |
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Township / Civil Division | LONG CREEK |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2013 |
| Census Tract | 2402 |
3490 E Chestnut Ave is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in May 2012.
Source: Macon County records, as of June 5, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 3490 E CHESTNUT AVE, DECATUR, IL 62521-4538 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | May 21, 2012 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | May 21, 2012 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | May 21, 2012 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20124219-734 |
| Deed Book / Page | 4219 / 734 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Property Address | 3490 E CHESTNUT AVE, DECATUR, IL 62521-4538 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 4797/97 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jan 19, 2021 |
| Book Page | 4797/97 |
| Instrument | 1973353 |
| Name | FREEDOM MORTGAGE |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 264 Months |
| Due | Jul 1, 2042 |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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The 2025 property tax bill for 3490 E Chestnut Ave was $3,354 with a homeowner's exemption.
Source: Macon County assessment roll, as of June 5, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Illinois |
| County | Macon County |
| County Subdivision | Long Creek Township |
| Municipality | Decatur City |
| Unified School District | Decatur School District 61 (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,354.00 | $41,757 Land $4,555 Building $37,202 | $125,283 Land $13,666 Building $111,617 |
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.
FEMA maps place 3490 E Chestnut Ave 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 3490 E Chestnut Ave 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 155 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 |
May also be available: AT&T, T-Mobile.
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