Macon County property record for 701 E Garfield Ave, Decatur, IL 62526
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 ba · 672 sqft · built 1947 |
| Lot Size | 0.101 acres (4,408 sqft) |
| Owner | Company Name on File |
| Last Sale | $6,000 (Apr 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $464 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Apr 2021 Sale Nov 2020 Transfer |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 04-12-11-127-002 |
| Primary APN | 04-12-11-127-002 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
|---|---|
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 672 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 672 sqft |
| Basement Area | 672 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 672 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1947 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1947 |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 4,408 sqft (0.101 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 29 ft deep x 152 ft wide |
| Account Number | 041211127002 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 701 E GARFIELD AVE |
| City | DECATUR |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 62526-4551 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | MUNICIPAL |
| Legal Description | NORTH SIDE PARK LOT 1 (EX N11) BLK 1 152X29 |
| Legal Range | 02E |
| Legal Township | 16N |
| Legal Section | 11 |
| Legal Subdivision | MONTGOMERY & SHULLS ADD 01 |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 1 |
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Township / Civil Division | DECATUR |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2002 |
| Census Tract | 3100 |
701 E Garfield Ave is owned by a company that bought it in April 2021.
Source: Macon County records, as of August 5, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Owner of Record | Company Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 600 N NEIL ST, CHAMPAIGN, IL 61824-0808 |
| Owner Type | Company |
| Vesting | Company |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Apr 14, 2021 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Nov 25, 2020 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Apr 14, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Apr 14, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Oct 5, 2007 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20211977141 |
| Deed Book / Page | 4815 / 102 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Mar 25, 2021 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 4815/102 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Recording Date | Apr 14, 2021 |
| Property Address | 701 E GARFIELD AVE, DECATUR, IL 62526-4551 |
| Document Number | 4815/102 |
| Book / Page | 4815 / 102 |
| Map Reference | PB 335 PG 150 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 25, 2021 |
| Instrument | 1977141 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 19, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $9.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Calculated from Transfer Tax |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 907 W MARKETVIEW DR # DR10, 907, CHAMPAIGN, IL 61822-1227 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 600 N NEIL ST UNIT 1363, 1363, CHAMPAIGN, IL 61824-0990 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MACON IL |
| Recording Date | Nov 25, 2020 |
| Property Address | 701 E GARFIELD AVE, DECATUR, IL 62526-4551 |
| Document Number | 4786/256 |
| Book / Page | 4786 / 256 |
| Map Reference | PB 149 PG 536 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 23, 2020 |
| Instrument | 1970957 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 31, 2021 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 1848 COUNTY FARM RD, 1848, MONTICELLO, IL 61856-8071 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 907 W MARKETVIEW DR, CHAMPAIGN, IL 61822-1227 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 701 E Garfield Ave was $464.
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 | $464.00 | $4,979 Land $469 Building $4,510 | $14,938 Land $1,407 Building $13,531 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 701 E Garfield 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 701 E Garfield 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 99.1% of the US · lower than 94% 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 295 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 |
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
| AT&T DSL | 100 / 20 |
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