Just steps from Washington Park, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and modern updates! The inviting main level features an updated kitchen with white cabinetry, modern countertops, a convenient butler's pantry, and an updated guest bath. An enclosed back porch provides additional flexible living space, while the large deck overlooks the backyard and detached garage. Upstairs, the second floor offers 3 generously sized bedrooms with updated flooring and a full bath. Escape to the private third-floor primary suite featuring its own full bathroom. Roof on house new in 2019. For added peace of mind, this home has been pre-inspected and is being sold as reported. Don't miss your opportunity to own this wonderful home in one of the city's most desirable locations! Driveway is shared. Access to garage from alley.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (8/14)
$170,000
861 S Park Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
4beds
1,646sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1900
4,500 Square Feet Lot
$188,300 Zestimate®
$103/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 18 days |
- 2,845 |
- 205 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jami R Winchester Mobl:217-306-1000,
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1045500
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
- Dimensions: 9ft 8in x 18ft 11in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11ft 3in x 12ft 11in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 8ft 2in x 11ft 3in
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 9ft 4in x 11ft 3in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 2in x 13ft 0in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 11in x 12ft 4in
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 9ft 8in x 12ft 9in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 1in x 13ft 7in
Main level
- Area: 661
Third floor
- Area: 358
Upper level
- Area: 627
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,646
- Total interior livable area: 1,646 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 4,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 150
- Features: Level, Other
Details
- Parcel number: 14320428047
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Springfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $103/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $190,152
- Annual tax amount: $5,016
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$188,300
$179,000 - $198,000
$2,267/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Price change | $170,000-5.6%$103/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1045500 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $180,000+50.1%$109/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1045500 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,600+23.6%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2019 | Listing removed | $1,295$1/sqft |
Source: Providence Partners Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,295$1/sqft |
Source: Providence Partners Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2015 | Listing removed | $119,900$73/sqft |
Source: Charles Robbins REALTOR #151291 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $119,900$73/sqft |
Source: Charles Robbins REALTOR #151291 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2014 | Listing removed | $119,900$73/sqft |
Source: The Real Estate Group #143468 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2014 | Price change | $119,900-7.7%$73/sqft |
Source: The Real Estate Group #143468 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2014 | Price change | $129,900-3.7%$79/sqft |
Source: The Real Estate Group #143468 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2014 | Listed for sale | $134,900+8.4%$82/sqft |
Source: The Real Estate Group #143468 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2007 | Sold | $124,500-3.9%$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2006 | Sold | $129,500$79/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,820 +5.1% | $63,384 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $4,588 +5.6% | $57,895 +6.3% |
| 2022 | $4,345 +3.9% | $54,484 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $4,180 +2% | $52,444 -0.2% |
| 2020 | $4,098 +24.8% | $52,523 +0.3% |
| 2019 | $3,285 | $52,340 +16.6% |
| 2018 | $3,285 +2.3% | $44,876 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $3,210 +2.2% | $44,296 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $3,140 +1.2% | $43,650 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $3,103 +1.3% | $43,128 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $3,063 +2.3% | $42,849 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $2,995 +2% | $42,960 |
| 2012 | $2,937 +2.5% | $42,960 |
| 2011 | $2,865 +2.7% | $42,960 +1% |
| 2010 | $2,789 +3.3% | $42,547 +1.4% |
| 2009 | $2,700 -5.5% | $41,943 -4% |
| 2008 | $2,857 -6.4% | $43,689 -2.8% |
| 2007 | $3,052 +2.1% | $44,937 +3.8% |
| 2006 | $2,990 | $43,288 |
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Neighborhood: Historic West Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Elizabeth Graham Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Benjamin Franklin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Springfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Springfield
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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