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Pet Friendly
Location
1236 E Clay St, Decatur, IL 62521, USA|SIA
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Property Overview
Strong value for money and excellent value per square foot, plus abundant listing photos, make 1236 E Clay St an appealing option to consider. Nearby top-rated schools, walkable access to 122 mixed‑use spaces, and a bustling, socially active neighborhood contribute to everyday convenience. Proximity to several pet supply stores also supports pet‑friendly living.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Amenities for 1236 E Clay St, SIA
Features
| Driveway | Forced Air |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Neighborhood
| Street |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1236 E Clay St
Property Id: 2448618 Why keep renting when you could own? This home offers: • Affordable monthly payment • Move in right away • No traditional bank financing required • A chance to build ownership instead of paying rent Perfect for someone ready to take the next step toward owning a home but who may not qualify for a traditional mortgage. Opportunities like this don’t last long at this price point.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1236 E Clay St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 452 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.8 miles away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Address details
| Neighborhood | SIA |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 62521 |
| Type | House for rent |
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2 Beds
$650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.NE • 941 W Waggoner St
2 Beds
$625
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Clokey Park • 1103 E Prairie St
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Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.GM Square • 1923 N Church St
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Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Rent trends in SIA
2-bedroom apartments at 1236 E Clay St cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Decatur.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
SIA
Decatur
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $822 |
| December 2024 | $830 |
| January 2025 | $850 |
| February 2025 | $836 |
| March 2025 | $830 |
| April 2025 | $844 |
| May 2025 | $848 |
| June 2025 | $847 |
| July 2025 | $848 |
| August 2025 | $850 |
| September 2025 | $850 |
| October 2025 | $850 |
| November 2025 | $857 |
| December 2025 | $881 |
| January 2026 | $882 |
| February 2026 | $876 |
| March 2026 | $882 |
| April 2026 | $899 |
| May 2026 | $911 |
| June 2026 | $900 |
| July 2026 | $897 |
| August 2026 | $881 |
| September 2026 | $883 |
| October 2026 | $876 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $795 |
| December 2024 | $808 |
| January 2025 | $824 |
| February 2025 | $818 |
| March 2025 | $818 |
| April 2025 | $840 |
| May 2025 | $857 |
| June 2025 | $869 |
| July 2025 | $859 |
| August 2025 | $850 |
| September 2025 | $845 |
| October 2025 | $842 |
| November 2025 | $845 |
| March 2026 | $848 |
| April 2026 | $853 |
| May 2026 | $861 |
| June 2026 | $879 |
| July 2026 | $863 |
| August 2026 | $865 |
| September 2026 | $853 |
| October 2026 | $829 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 7 months ago | $600 |
Schools near 1236 E Clay St
South Shores Elementary School
2500 s franklin st rd
decatur, IL, 62521
K-6Public
C-
Pershing Early Learning Center
2912 n university ave
decatur, IL, 62526
PKPublic
Neighborhood
SIA | Decatur, IL
Getting around Decatur near 1236 E Clay St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 1236 E Clay St, Decatur
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Lsa Resale Shop
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Family Dollar
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Flora Gems
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Blue Brew
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The River Coffee
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Rozette's Coffee Cup
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Connection Coffee
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121 Coffee Run
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Flashback Lounge
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Barb's Place
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Doherty's
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N J's Place
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Beach House
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Cake Lady Supply Store
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Tennessee Meat Market
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Einstein Bros Bagels
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Pinoy
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Mari Mann Herb
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