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$159,900

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,947 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 8 days ago
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Nearly 2,000 square feet of finished above-grade living space for under $170,000. This 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home offers plenty of flexibility, including a main-level bonus room that works well as a home office, guest room, den, or additional living space. Upstairs, a loft provides even more usable space for a reading area, playroom, office, or second den. Major improvements include a roof replaced in 2020, replacement windows, HVAC systems approximately two years old, and a full unfinished basement with waterproofing, dual sump pumps, and battery backups. The conditioned breezeway connects the home to the attached garage, while the property also offers a second driveway for additional parking convenience. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard with partial fencing and mature landscaping. With nearly 2,000 square feet, two full baths, multiple flexible living areas, major systems already addressed, and extra parking, 5542 Thrush Ave offers a lot of house for the money. Schedule your showing and see the space in person.

Full Property Details for 5542 Thrush Ave

General

  • Price: $159,900
  • Taxes: $2,491 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12764889
  • Updated: 10/25/2026
  • Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Decatur
  • County: Macon
  • Township: Decatur
  • Driving Directions: Head South on N. Main St. Turn left onto E. William St. and continue East across Lake Decatur. Turn right onto N. Country Club Rd. Turn left onto E. Thrush Ave. Continue East on Thrush Ave. The property at 5542 Thrush Ave will be on your right.

School Information

  • School District: 61
  • Elem School District: 61
  • Midd School District: 61
  • High School District: 61

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Square Feet: 1,947
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 120 x 100

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Year: 1950
  • Tax Amount: $2,491
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 91316127007

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Schools serving 5542 Thrush Ave

School District:Decatur School District 61
NameGradesDistance
Michael E Baum Elementary School
801 South Lake Ridge Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521
K-61.6 mi
Stephen Decatur Middle School
1 Educational Park, Decatur, IL 62526
7-84.7 mi
Eisenhower High School, Decatur, IL
1200 South 16th Street, Decatur, IL 62521
9-123.6 mi
Macarthur High School
1499 West Grand Avenue, Decatur, IL 62522
9-125.8 mi
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Details
Price
Change
Source
10/19/2026
Price Reduced
$159,900
-5.89%
MLS
9/25/2026
Listed
$169,900
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Tax History for 5542 Thrush Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,491
-4%
$47,051
6%
2024
$2,582
-2%
$44,300
8%
2023
$2,647
-35%
$41,163
6%
2022
$4,072
5%
$38,704
5%
2021
$3,881
584%
$36,692
5%
2020
$567
—
$35,067
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2019
$567
1%
$35,067
2%
2018
$560
—
$34,299
1%
2017
$560
—
$33,875
—
2016
$561
3%
$33,854
1%
2015
$543
—
$33,419
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5542 Thrush Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521 (MLS# 12764889) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5542 Thrush Avenue is currently listed for $159,900 and was received on September 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 5542 Thrush Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Decatur? You can browse all Decatur real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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