Macon County property record for 527 Shadow Ln, Decatur, IL 62526
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2.5 ba · 1,516 sqft · built 1973 |
| Lot Size | 0.164 acres (7,150 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $118,900 (Nov 2003) |
| Tax Bill | $5,050 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2019 Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 07-07-27-251-005 |
| Primary APN | 07-07-27-251-005 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Full Baths | 2.5 Baths |
|---|---|
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Building Area | 1,516 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,516 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1973 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1973 |
| Architectural Style | Split Level |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 7,150 sqft (0.164 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 110 ft deep x 65 ft wide |
| Garage Area | 672 sqft |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 32 sqft |
| Deck Area | 120 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
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| Account Number | 070727251005 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 527 SHADOW LN |
| City | DECATUR |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 62526-1146 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | MUNICIPAL |
| Legal Description | LOT 36 SHADOW LANE 2ND ADDITION 03BK3436/963 65X110 01BK3131/475 114,900 |
| Legal Range | 02E |
| Legal Township | 17N |
| Legal Section | 27 |
| Legal Subdivision | SHADOW LANE SECOND ADDITION |
| Legal Lot Number | 36 |
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Township / Civil Division | HICKORY POINT |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1008 |
| Census Tract | 2902 |
527 Shadow Ln is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in November 2003.
Source: Macon County records, as of June 5, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 527 SHADOW LN, DECATUR, IL 62526-1146 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 1, 2003 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Nov 1, 2003 · Amount on File |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Property Address | 527 SHADOW LN, DECATUR, IL 62526-1146 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Nov 13, 2019 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 4704/489 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 21, 2019 |
| Book Page | 4704/489 |
| Instrument | 1952760 |
| Name | LAND OF LINCOLN CU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 84 Months |
| Due | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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The 2025 property tax bill for 527 Shadow Ln was $5,050 with a homeowner's exemption.
Source: Macon County assessment roll, as of June 5, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Illinois |
| County | Macon County |
| County Subdivision | Hickory Point Township |
| Municipality | Decatur City |
| Unified School District | Decatur School District 61 (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,050.00 | $58,996 Land $10,147 Building $48,849 | $177,006 Land $30,444 Building $146,562 |
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 527 Shadow Ln in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 100 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective November 28, 2024 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 100 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Flood Insurance Cost | Premium on File median of 11 policies |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 11 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 25 (1983–2022) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 6 of 25 |
| Most Recent Claim | Sep 2022 · rainfall accumulation |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 527 Shadow Ln 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 359 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Conxxus Fiber | 8,000 / 8,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
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