4 days on Rocket
$1,661 Closing Credit¹
#CA1035654, Diane Tinsley, Listing Office: The Real Estate Group, Inc.
$129,500 List price
1400 W Lawrence Ave Springfield, IL 62704
$1,538
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,979 sqft
$65 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1400 W Lawrence Ave
Step back in time in this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom brick two-story just a short walk to Washington Park! The large living room features a vintage fireplace and is ideal for hosting gatherings while the current family room could also be used as a formal dining room. The kitchen at the rear of the home features a wall of cabinets and steps down to the sunroom for flexible living space. There is a main floor laundry nook off the kitchen as well as an additional full bathroom for convenience. Upstairs, the three bedrooms that share a hall bath provide restful retreats and plenty of closet space, considering the era. A highlight of this property is the artist studio located above the attached garage—with barnwood siding, it’s a space flooded with natural light, ideal for painting, crafting, or a serene home office. Outside, there is a privacy-fenced side yard. The roof is approximately 10 years old. Located in a desirable neighborhood just steps away from Washington Park, this historic gem offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of Springfield’s pre-Civil War history—schedule a showing today!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Other
StatusActive
Size1,979 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1850
ParkingAlley Access, Attached, Side Load Garage
MLS #CA1035155
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room, Wood Burning
Summary
- MLS Number: CA1035155
- MLS Name: RMLSA
- Office Name: The Real Estate Group, Inc.
- Listing Agent: Megan Pressnall
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $48,237 | $2,632 |
| 2022 | $45,757 | $2,668 |
| 2021 | $44,044 | $2,680 |
| 2020 | $44,110 | $2,623 |
| 2019 | $43,957 | $2,516 |
| 2018 | $43,742 | $2,516 |
| 2017 | $43,177 | $2,496 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Elizabeth Graham Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•900 W Edwards St
3
Dubois Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•120 S Lincoln Ave
7
Butler Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•1701 S MacArthur Blvd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,125. Typical income of Springfield, IL residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
53%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Symphony or Opera
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
New York & Company
Chico's
IKEA
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Qdoba
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Volvo
Jeep
What do the neighbors listen to?
Active Rock
Talk/Personality
Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1400 W Lawrence Ave
This home is located at 1400 W Lawrence Ave in Springfield, IL and zip code 62704 in the Historic Westside neighborhood. This 1,979 square foot home was built in 1850. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $129,500.
In March 2025 more than 44 listings in Springfield, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 21 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 56 were sold below. In March 2025 in Springfield, IL there were 7.7% more homes for sale than in February. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 29 days, the median list price was $169,742.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.