Welcome to 5542 Thrush Ave, a well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath two-story home offering flexible living space and several important updates. The main level includes a versatile bonus room that could serve as a home office, guest room, or additional bedroom option. Upstairs you’ll find three bedrooms and an updated full bath. The home features replacement windows, a roof replaced in 2020, and mechanical systems replaced approximately 2 years ago. The full unfinished basement includes waterproofing completed in 2020, dual sump pumps, and battery backups. The conditioned breezeway provides additional usable space and connects to the attached 1-car garage. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard with partial fencing and mature landscaping. With many major updates already completed, this home offers a great opportunity to add your own personal touches.
Property Details
Price:
$169,900
MLS #:
6261012
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
SingleFamilyResidence
Listed Date:
Sep 25, 2026
Total Sq Ft:
1,947
Lot Size:
12,000 sqft / 0.28 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1950
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Schools
School District:
Decatur Dist 61
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
1947
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Below Grade Unfinished Area
877
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Levels
Two
Exterior
Architectural Style
Traditional
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
Aluminum Siding
Exterior Features
Fence
Fencing
Yard Fenced
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Attached, Garage
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Roof
Asphalt, Shingle
Stories
2
Window Features
Replacement Windows
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$2,491
Map
Community
- Address5542 Thrush Avenue Decatur IL
- CityDecatur
- CountyMacon
- Zip Code62521
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Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Decatur as of Sep 25, 2026
293
Single Family Listed
82
Avg DOM
$189,097
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 5542 Thrush Avenue Decatur IL is a Single Family for sale in Decatur, IL, 62521. It is listed for $169,900 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 0 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1950. The average listing price for Single Family in Decatur is $189,097.
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