City Lot Near Millikin University in Decatur, IL
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Ends Aug 24, 2026
Market demand: Real Estate in Illinois sell about 30% of the time, typically ~2 bids. Based on 169 completed sales over the last year.
- Can carry liens or unpaid assessments that become your responsibility - order a title search before you bid.
- Illinois is a tax lien state. The county sells the unpaid tax debt, not the house. You buy a certificate that earns interest, and you only get the property if the owner never repays.
- Title here usually needs a quiet-title action before it's insurable or resellable, and the former owner has a 30-month redemption period to reclaim the property.
- Often sold as-is and may be occupied. Budget for repairs, possible eviction, and legal costs.
We do not estimate what a specific property owes. Lien and back-tax amounts live in county records and only a title search returns the real number, so any figure produced without one is a guess you should not bid against. Not legal or tax advice - confirm the specifics with a title search and the seller before you bid. Compare all 51 state tax-sale regimes.
Seller
🏢 Illinoisinvestments
Private seller (not a government agency), listed on a platform we index for its fleet and equipment.
Condition: Sold as-is
Full Description
Cost of Holding: Property Taxes $40-$90/Year. No HOA. No Past-Due Taxes. Videos on Decatur: Welcome to Decatur About Decatur: Located in central Illinois, Decatur is a city of stunning contrasts, offering everything from lush green parks and scenic lake vistas to the hustle and bustle of a bustling urban landscape. Its rich history includes being the site of Abraham Lincoln’s first home, and the birthplace of the Chicago Bears. Decatur’s growth was fueled by the creation of Lake Decatur in the early 20th century, and the community is set to celebrate the lake’s centennial anniversary in July 2023 with a special Lake Fest.Decatur is also home to many patents and inventions, such as the Corn Mill, Flyswatter, Slot Machine, and Cattle Dehorner, which are showcased in local museums and libraries. Scovill Park Complex, which overlooks Lake Decatur, offers a range of family-friendly attractions, including the Scovill Zoo and the Children’s Museum of Illinois. Overlook Adventure Park and the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater are also popular destinations for visitors to the area. Property Description: Address: 1004 S Illinois St, Decatur, IL 62521 Lot Size: 40 X 150 Sq ft (0.14 Acres) Coordinates: 39.831102, -88.941536 Parcel ID: 04-12-23-209-001 County: Macon Owner/Seller: Laporte Investments LLC Selling "As-is": The seller owns the property and will issue a quitclaim deed, making the winning bidder the sole owner of the real estate. Buyer pays = Winning bid +$500 for document processing + 10% of purchase winning bid as buyer premium ($500 Min) Property Taxes: All property taxes are paid. The buyer will be responsible for taxes due in 2026 (2025 payable 2026).
Pickup Information
Illinoisinvestments
- Can carry liens or unpaid assessments that become your responsibility - order a title search before you bid.
- Illinois is a tax lien state. The county sells the unpaid tax debt, not the house. You buy a certificate that earns interest, and you only get the property if the owner never repays.
- Title here usually needs a quiet-title action before it's insurable or resellable, and the former owner has a 30-month redemption period to reclaim the property.
- Often sold as-is and may be occupied. Budget for repairs, possible eviction, and legal costs.
We do not estimate what a specific property owes. Lien and back-tax amounts live in county records and only a title search returns the real number, so any figure produced without one is a guess you should not bid against. Not legal or tax advice - confirm the specifics with a title search and the seller before you bid. Compare all 51 state tax-sale regimes.
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