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$174,900

225 N Columbia Ave Springfield, IL 62702

4 beds
2 full
2,366 sqft
$74 / sqft
House

Property details

About 225 N Columbia Ave

Come see this roomy 4BR/2BA tri-level home tucked on a quiet neighborhood west of MacArthur. This is a solid home ready for new owners to make it their own. Current owners have used lower level room as a bedroom, but could easily be a family room for extra living space. Home offers a dining room, large fenced back yard and washer/dryer hookups on main and lower level. Don't miss!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size2,366 sqft
Year built1961
ParkingAttached
MLS #CA1038116
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Interior: Attic Storage, Cable Available, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Radon Mitigation System
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached
  • Exterior: Replacement Windows
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $174,900
  • Price/SqFt: $73
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,537
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: From W Jefferson to Amos to Columbia.
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Living Area: 2,366 SqFt
  • MLS Number: CA1038116
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Capital
  • Listing Agent: Philip Chiles

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 24, 2006
Home Sold
$124,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$51,327$4,537
2022$48,688$4,362
2021$46,865$4,218
2020$46,936$4,134
2019$46,772$3,425
2018$46,544$3,425
2017$45,942$3,348

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Dubois Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

120 S Lincoln Ave

3

Elizabeth Graham Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

900 W Edwards St

3

Jane Addams Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

10 Babiak Ln

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $27,917. Most Springfield, IL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

60%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

67%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Forever 21Forever 21

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • DodgeDodge
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • JazzJazz
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 225 N Columbia Ave

The listing price of 225 N Columbia Ave property is $174,900.

The property 225 N Columbia Ave is a house located in Springfield, Illinois, 62702.

Active Listing: 225 N Columbia Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 225 N Columbia Ave are: Dubois Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Elizabeth Graham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Jane Addams Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), U S Grant Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lincoln Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Benjamin Franklin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Springfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lanphier High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Springfield Southeast High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,537 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on October 24, 2006 for $124,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 225 N Columbia Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 225 N Columbia Ave is 2,366 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 225 N Columbia Ave is 1961.

This home is located at 225 N Columbia Ave in Springfield, IL and zip code 62702 in the Historic Westside neighborhood. This 2,366 square foot home was built in 1961. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $174,900.

Springfield, IL housing market in June 2025 saw over 88 listings sold above listed price, more than 40 sold at listed price and over 47 sold below. Between May and June 2025, Springfield, IL real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 0.6%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 18 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $175,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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