Welcome home to this well-maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath modified Cape Cod ideally located in the heart of Springfield, just minutes from popular west side shopping, dining, and amenities. The beautifully updated eat-in kitchen, designed by Michael von Behren, serves as the heart of the home and opens seamlessly to the inviting living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Newer hardwood flooring enhances the entire second level, while major mechanical updates include HVAC systems replaced in 2025. The partially finished basement provides additional living or storage space. Outside, enjoy the fenced backyard complete with a pergola is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A detached 2.5-car garage offers ample parking and extra storage. For added convenience, the home has been pre-inspected, repairs have been completed, and the property is being offered as reported. This move-in ready home combines character, comfort, and convenience in a desirable central Springfield location.
For sale
$185,000
1501 W Cook St, Springfield, IL 62704
4beds
2,220sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1945
5,376 Square Feet Lot
$180,800 Zestimate®
$83/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy wood-burning fireplaceBeautifully updated eat-in kitchen
- 2 days |
- 2,033 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Matt Garrison Mobl:217-638-8500,
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1044368
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 14ft 6in x 23ft 7in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 8in x 10ft 11in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 2in x 10ft 11in
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 12ft 6in x 10ft 11in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8ft 4in x 11ft 0in
Other
- Area: 500
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 21ft 11in x 23ft 7in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 9in x 9ft 2in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19ft 1in x 12ft 3in
Main level
- Area: 992
Upper level
- Area: 728
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,720
- Total interior livable area: 2,220 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,376 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 42 x 128
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional parcels included: 1432.0257027
- Parcel number: 1432.0257028
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Springfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $83/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $168,759
- Annual tax amount: $4,397
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
Estimated market value
$180,800
$172,000 - $190,000
$1,533/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $185,000+42.3%$83/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1044368 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2008 | Sold | $130,000$59/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,221 +5.2% | $56,253 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $4,012 +4.8% | $51,382 +5.4% |
| 2022 | $3,830 +4% | $48,740 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $3,683 +2% | $46,915 -0.1% |
| 2020 | $3,610 +5.3% | $46,985 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $3,430 | $46,821 +0.5% |
| 2018 | $3,430 +2.3% | $46,592 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $3,352 +2.2% | $45,989 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $3,279 +1.2% | $45,318 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $3,241 +7% | $44,776 +0.6% |
| 2014 | $3,030 +2.3% | $44,487 +4.5% |
| 2013 | $2,962 +2% | $42,561 |
| 2012 | $2,906 +925.2% | $42,561 |
| 2011 | $283 -89.7% | $42,561 +1% |
| 2010 | $2,759 +3.3% | $42,152 +1.4% |
| 2009 | $2,671 +3.7% | $41,553 +4.2% |
| 2008 | $2,575 +0.3% | $39,877 +3.3% |
| 2007 | $2,568 +2.2% | $38,598 +3.8% |
| 2006 | $2,513 | $37,182 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62704
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Dubois Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10U S Grant Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Springfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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- Sangamon County
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- 62704
- 1501 W Cook St
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