Sitting on nearly an acre at the edge of town in Pleasant Plains schools, this one-owner 2-story downright gem offers space, beautiful views & undeniable pride of ownership in a layout that’s easy to love. A large foyer & charming staircase set the tone while leading you to formal living & dining spaces. Adjacent to the kitchen in an easy floorplan-flow, you'll find a massive family room & picture-window delivering both natural light & a peaceful backdrop with a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace nearby. The kitchen is oversized with abundant cabinetry in a classic layout, bright eat-in nook & backyard views that stretch for miles through the patio access. You'll love a huge laundry room with tons of storage plus the convenient half bath & main floor true 4th BR are an added bonus for guest accommodations, your dream home office or a kiddo's playroom. Upstairs, 3 spacious BRs & 2 full baths share a timeless arrangement where cosmetic updates will go far thanks to solid mechanicals & visible care throughout. This lot and location are the real showstopper—nearly an acre backing to open fields with mature timber, privacy & countryside views that make it easy to forget you’re minutes from town. A well-loved home with a roof new in the 5 yrs or so built for everyday living with quality & care at it's core & endless potential for its next chapter.
Sold for $260,000
$260,000
4857 Margaret Ave, Springfield, IL 62711
4beds
2,257sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1973
0.99 Acres Lot
$265,900 Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$2,560 Estimated rent
Home value
$265,900
$245,000 - $290,000
$2,560/mo
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Floor-to-ceiling brick fireplaceBeautiful viewsNearly an acreMassive family roomCharming staircaseBright eat-in nookPatio access
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Listed by:
Kyle T Killebrew Mobl:217-741-4040,
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Bought with:
Kyle T Killebrew, 475109198
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1040524
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15ft 11in x 12ft 0in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13ft 4in x 11ft 2in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11ft 1in x 11ft 3in
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10ft 9in x 12ft 4in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 1in x 11ft 9in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7ft 11in x 11ft 3in
Family room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 27ft 4in x 13ft 8in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 3in x 11ft 5in
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 2in x 12ft 4in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 20ft 8in x 11ft 8in
Main level
- Area: 1483
Upper level
- Area: 774
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,257
- Total interior livable area: 2,257 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.99 Acres
- Dimensions: 165 x 262
- Features: Corner Lot, Dead End Street, Level, Other
Details
- Parcel number: 1335.0351005
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Springfield
- Subdivision: Frey
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/14/2026 | Sold | $260,000-13.3%$115/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1040524 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2025 | Pending sale | $299,900$133/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1040524 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900$133/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1040524 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,858 +4.6% | $66,603 +7.9% |
| 2023 | $3,690 +5.7% | $61,727 +7.2% |
| 2022 | $3,492 +4.8% | $57,581 +4.5% |
| 2021 | $3,332 +1.8% | $55,117 +2% |
| 2020 | $3,274 +2.1% | $54,021 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $3,207 | $53,731 -0.9% |
| 2018 | $3,207 +2.9% | $54,197 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $3,118 +3.6% | $53,244 +3.5% |
| 2016 | $3,011 +3.2% | $51,463 +4% |
| 2015 | $2,918 +1.7% | $49,484 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $2,869 -0.3% | $48,810 -0.7% |
| 2013 | $2,877 0% | $49,154 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $2,877 +2.9% | $48,356 +2.8% |
| 2011 | $2,795 +0.2% | $47,048 -1.3% |
| 2010 | $2,790 +1.6% | $47,644 |
| 2009 | $2,746 -25.5% | $47,644 -15.2% |
| 2008 | $3,686 +3.6% | $56,154 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $3,560 +1.4% | $53,860 +1.7% |
| 2006 | $3,510 | $52,955 |
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Neighborhood: 62711
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Farmingdale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 4.6 mi
- 7/10Pleasant Plains Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 5/10Pleasant Plains High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11 mi
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