Charming and move-in ready 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home located on a quiet brick road near Springfield’s west side. This well-maintained 784 sq ft home has had only 3 owners since it was built in 1949 and offers classic character, solid construction, and comfortable living.
Known for holding temperature well through the seasons, this solidly built home has been especially energy efficient and comfortable year-round. Improvements completed in 2020 include stainless steel kitchen appliances, new flooring, and bathroom improvements.
The home also features an unfinished basement offering excellent storage or future living space potential. Outside, you’ll find a large fenced backyard along with spacious front and side yards—perfect for pets, gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying extra outdoor space. A detached one-car garage provides convenient parking and additional storage, with additional backyard space offering potential for extra parking if desired.
Conveniently located with easy access to downtown Springfield, Washington Park, Hy-Vee, Scheels, shopping, and everyday amenities, this home offers both a peaceful neighborhood setting and close proximity to everything you need.
A great opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for a comfortable and well-cared-for property.
Offered at $139,000.
Contact Dillon at 217-556-2929.
For sale by owner
Price cut: $4K (6/18)
$125,000
2537 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
2beds
784sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1949
9,024 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic characterLarge fenced backyardBathroom improvementsSolid constructionStainless steel kitchen appliancesDetached one-car garageNew flooring
- 51 days |
- 1,165 |
- 50 |
Listed by:
Property Owner (217) 556-2929
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 784 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Detached
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 9,024 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 22040376031
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Springfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $159/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $104,991
- Annual tax amount: $2,436
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,217/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $125,000-3.1%$159/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2026 | Price change | $129,000-7.2%$165/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $139,000+43.3%$177/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2020 | Sold | $97,000+42.6%$124/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2015 | Listing removed | $850$1/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Professionals #150016 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2015 | Listed for rent | $850$1/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Professionals #150016 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2013 | Sold | $68,000-2.9%$87/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA133659 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2013 | Listed for sale | $70,000$89/sqft |
Source: The Real Estate Group #133659 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,436 +6.1% | $34,997 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $2,296 +5.3% | $31,966 +5.4% |
| 2022 | $2,180 +4.4% | $30,323 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $2,087 +11.2% | $29,187 +22.2% |
| 2020 | $1,878 -8.9% | $23,880 -1.9% |
| 2019 | $2,061 | $24,332 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $2,061 +2.1% | $24,387 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $2,018 +2% | $24,071 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $1,978 +1% | $23,720 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $1,959 +4.3% | $23,436 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $1,878 +386% | $23,284 -14% |
| 2013 | $386 -15.7% | $27,060 |
| 2012 | $459 +2.5% | $27,060 |
| 2011 | $447 +1.6% | $27,060 +1% |
| 2010 | $440 +1.6% | $26,800 +1.4% |
| 2009 | $434 -19.2% | $26,420 +4.2% |
| 2008 | $537 -3.4% | $25,354 +2.6% |
| 2007 | $556 -8.4% | $24,721 +3.8% |
| 2006 | $607 | $23,814 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62704
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Black Hawk Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Jefferson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10Springfield Southeast High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Springfield District # 186
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- Illinois
- Sangamon County
- Springfield
- 62704
- 2537 Holmes Ave
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