One block from Washington Park. Character, Updates & Opportunity! Walk to Washington Park! Set on a beautiful, tree-lined stretch of Douglas Avenue, this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow puts you just one block from one of Springfield’s most beloved parks. Step inside and you’ll immediately appreciate the high ceilings, spacious open living areas, and beautiful hardwood flooring throughout, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere with plenty of room to make the home your own. The current owner has made numerous important updates and improvements, including a newer furnace, roof, windows, siding, gutters, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and an updated bathroom with tub/shower and vanity. The result is a home that offers both classic bungalow character and many of the major updates today’s buyers are looking for. Whether you're looking for a home in a fantastic neighborhood or an investment property with a strong location, this Douglas Avenue bungalow is worth a closer look. The property is currently rented, with the existing lease scheduled to end in July 2027.
For sale
$129,900
838 S Douglas Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
3beds
1,227sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in ----
4,320 Square Feet Lot
$125,500 Zestimate®
$106/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
High ceilingsNewer furnaceLuxury vinyl plank flooringBeautiful hardwood flooring throughout
- 6 days
- 972
- 90
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
James J Skeeters Mobl:217-971-6775,
Keller Williams Capital,
Mark Birtch,
Keller Williams Capital
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1046744
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 10ft 95in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 19in x 10ft 45in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10ft 8in x 9ft 22in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14ft 7in x 13ft 6in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 81in x 11ft 23in
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13ft 0in x 13ft 41in
Main level
- Area: 1227
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Range Hood, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,227
- Total interior livable area: 1,227 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Pad
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 4,320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 108
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 14330303011
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Springfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $106/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $98,073
- Annual tax amount: $2,837
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
Estimated market value
$125,500
$119,000 - $132,000
$1,502/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $129,900+10.6%$106/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1046744 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2019 | Listing removed | $925$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2019 | Listed for rent | $925$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2017 | Listing removed | $117,500-6%$96/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2016 | Listed for sale | $125,000+82.5%$102/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2002 | Sold | $68,500$56/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,746 +4% | $32,691 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $2,640 +5.1% | $29,860 +6.5% |
| 2022 | $2,512 +3.4% | $28,037 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $2,429 +2% | $26,987 -0.2% |
| 2020 | $2,381 +1.4% | $27,028 +0.3% |
| 2019 | $2,347 | $26,934 -3.1% |
| 2018 | $2,347 +2.1% | $27,782 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $2,299 +2% | $27,423 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $2,254 +1% | $27,023 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $2,232 +0.5% | $26,700 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $2,220 +2.3% | $26,527 -1% |
| 2013 | $2,170 +2% | $26,787 |
| 2012 | $2,129 +2.5% | $26,787 |
| 2011 | $2,076 +2.6% | $26,787 +1% |
| 2010 | $2,025 +3% | $26,529 +1.4% |
| 2009 | $1,965 +6% | $26,153 +4.2% |
| 2008 | $1,853 -2.9% | $25,098 +0.5% |
| 2007 | $1,909 +1.6% | $24,983 +3.8% |
| 2006 | $1,880 | $24,067 |
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Neighborhood: Historic West Side
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